About Us

Personalized hormone and metabolic care focused on restoring energy, hormonal balance, and optimal performance. Our approach combines modern medical expertise with individualized treatment plans designed to support long term health, vitality, and overall well being.

Bioidentical Hormone Therapy and Peptide Treatments in Bucks County

OptiBalance Clinic was founded on a simple belief. You deserve to feel incredible, not just normal.

We are a specialized hormone, peptide, and metabolic clinic in Yardley PA serving Bucks County, Newtown, Langhorne, and surrounding communities. Our focus is pro aging medicine driven by data, diagnostics, and disciplined protocols.

As a leading Evexias partner in Bucks County, we utilize EvexiPEL bioidentical hormone pellets supported by comprehensive lab testing and lifestyle integration. We also partner with FarmaKeio 503A pharmacy, which guarantees no more than a 3 percent variance in medication strength. That level of precision differentiates our practice in a market where much wider potency variability is common.

Our Philosophy: Precision Over Prescription

At OptiBalance Clinic, we don’t believe in managing symptoms—we believe in resolving them. Our approach is built on a continuous cycle of data-driven care designed to move you from “surviving” to “thriving.”

  • Identify the Root Cause: We dig deeper than the surface. By focusing on the foundational triggers of fatigue, weight gain, and mental fog, we address the “why” behind your health concerns rather than just masking the effects.
  • Advanced Diagnostics & Validation: Your intuition meets our science. We combine cutting-edge laboratory diagnostics with clinically validated symptom checklists to capture a complete, 360-degree view of your internal health.
  • Biology-Based Protocols: You are biologically unique, and your treatment should be, too. We develop highly personalized protocols—ranging from EvexiPEL® BHRT to metabolic support—tailored specifically to your body’s chemistry and goals.
  • Continuous Optimization: True health is a moving target. We don’t just “set and forget” your treatment; we consistently monitor, refine, and optimize your plan over time to ensure you maintain peak performance at every stage of life.

Our Difference: Precision, Integrity, and Results

At OptiBalance Clinic, we don’t treat hormone health as a “side business.” We provide a specialized, high-touch medical experience designed for those who refuse to settle for “average” health.

  • Dedicated Hormone & Peptide Focus: Unlike “med-spas” where optimization is a cosmetic add-on, hormone and peptide therapy is our core clinical focus. You receive expert care from specialists who live and breathe endocrine health.
  • Data-Driven, Personalized Protocols: We don’t believe in “one-size-fits-all” dosing. By utilizing advanced diagnostics and the InBody 380 analysis, we build a bespoke blueprint that respects your unique biological signature.
  • Elite Compounding Standards: Your safety is our priority. We adhere to the strictest quality controls, partnering with top-tier 503A pharmacies to ensure your treatments meet a variance of under 3%—far exceeding industry standards for potency and purity.
  • Proactive Monitoring & Measurable Outcomes: We don’t just “set and forget.” Through ongoing lab work and symptom tracking, we continuously refine your protocol to ensure you are consistently hitting your target markers and feeling your best.
  • Empowerment Through Education: We believe an informed patient is a successful one. Our care is education-based, meaning we take the time to explain the “why” behind your labs and treatments so you truly understand your body’s transition.
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Our Team

Meet Your Clinic Director:

Paula B. Yakimchyk, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC

Founder & Practice Owner, OptiBalance

Paula Yakimchyk is a high-performance healthcare leader and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) dedicated to helping patients reclaim their vitality, stamina, and peak physical potential. As the founder of OptiBalance, Paula combines elite clinical expertise with a personalized, results-oriented approach to one’s health.

From Critical Care to Peak Performance

Before founding OptiBalance, Paula honed her skills in some of the nation’s most demanding medical environments, including the Emergency Medicine Observation Unit at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Trauma/Emergency Department at Jefferson Health. This high-stakes background taught her how to manage complex patient populations with precision and analytical rigor.

Today, she leverages her experience in managing patients through the acute phase of illness to provide preventative, individualized care tailored to each man’s unique physiology. At OptiBalance, she specializes in:

  • Hormonal Optimization: Restoring drive and energy through expert management of complex conditions.
  • Peak Performance: Developing and implementing evidence-based treatment plans to maximize physical and mental stamina.
  • Bilingual Care: Offering professional healthcare services in English, Polish, and Russian.

A Legacy of Excellence

Beyond her clinical practice, Paula has a lot of experience in academia, serving as a dedicated educator and mentor for the next generation of healthcare providers at various universities. Her unwavering commitment to excellence stems from her Doctorate of Nursing Practice, which she earned at Thomas Jefferson University. Her doctoral research focused on enhancing long-term health outcomes through individualized patient education.
Paula has been recognized throughout her career for her high academic performance and patient advocacy, ensuring that every client at OptiBalance receives care grounded in both clinical expertise and a positive, high-performance mindset. This deep academic foundation and extensive experience in lecturing and mentoring ensure that her practice remains at the forefront of the latest evidence-based treatments.

“My mission at OptiBalance is to bridge the gap between clinical medicine and peak human performance, providing patients with the tools they need to lead high-performance lives.”

Dr. Paula Yakimchyk, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC

Meet Our Hormone Health Nurse Practitioner:

Kaitlyn Kelley, MSN, CRNP, FNP-BC

Kaitlyn Kelley specializes in hormone optimization and functional women’s health. She guides women through perimenopause, menopause, PCOS, and hormone imbalance with personalized, evidence based care focused on long term wellness.

Her clinical expertise centers on restoring energy, metabolic health, sleep quality, mood stability, and overall vitality through thoughtfully curated treatment plans. Kaitlyn is known for her refined, patient centered approach and her commitment to helping women feel balanced, confident, and fully themselves again.

She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Thomas Jefferson University and began her career in emergency medicine before transitioning into family medicine and medical weight management. Over the past two years, she has integrated advanced weight loss therapies, including injectable treatments, into her practice. Her background in acute care, combined with functional and metabolic medicine, allows her to deliver both clinical precision and compassionate, individualized support.

Meet Our Certified Medical Assistant:

Dzhirgal Chudutova

Dzhirgal Chudutova graduated from Volgograd State Medical University in 2013 with a degree in General Medicine. In 2014, she completed her internship in Dermatology at Rostov State Medical University. She brings over eight years of diverse clinical experience, with a strong foundation in patient care, procedural support, and outpatient medical practice.

With her most recent work in Urology, Dzhirgal has gained hands-on experience assisting with testosterone replacement therapy management and pellet insertion procedures. At OptiBalance – The Metabolic and Hormone Clinic, she is dedicated to delivering attentive, compassionate, and professional care while supporting patients throughout their metabolic and hormone optimization journey.

Meet Our Office Manager:

Malerie Hinkie

Malerie joins the OptiBalance family with over 18 years of expertise in medical administration, bringing a wealth of knowledge from her time in top-tier hospital systems and busy private practices. With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, she is the “engine” behind our daily operations, expertly handling everything from complex scheduling to treatment coordination with a calm, solutions-focused touch. Malerie’s mission is simple: to build a seamless, stress-free environment where our clinical team can focus entirely on patient health.

What truly sets Malerie apart is her unique background as a licensed Esthetician, which gives her a deep, personal understanding of the patient experience. She believes that clinical excellence and top-tier service should go hand-in-hand, ensuring that every person who walks through our doors feels heard, valued, and well-cared for. When she isn’t optimizing our office workflows, she is likely out trying new restaurants, traveling with family, or testing her aim at axe throwing and bowling. Malerie is dedicated to maintaining the high standards of trust and professionalism that define the OptiBalance experience.