


Advanced Age Management in Sharon Center, Ohio operates under the medical direction of John Kocka, M.D., a board-certified age management specialist credentialed by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and certified through the Cenegenetics Medical Institute. Dr. Kocka holds memberships in the International Hormone Society and the International Society for the Study of the Aging Male, bringing specialized training in hormone optimization and longevity medicine to patients throughout Northeast Ohio. The clinic provides in-person consultations where Dr. Kocka develops individualized treatment protocols based on comprehensive lab work, symptom assessment, and patient-specific health goals rather than applying standardized approaches to hormone and metabolic concerns.
Advanced Age Management's peptide therapy menu includes Semaglutide, and Tirzepatide, with treatment protocols customized based on individual health goals and lab work. Additional peptide options may be available based on medical necessity and FDA guidelines.
Dr. Kocka's clinical approach integrates peptide therapy with comprehensive hormone replacement protocols for both men and women, addressing testosterone deficiency, thyroid disorders, estrogen and progesterone imbalances, and adrenal dysfunction through bioidentical hormone optimization. The clinic treats erectile dysfunction through both hormonal correction and targeted peptide interventions, while athletic performance optimization programs combine anabolic support, recovery enhancement, and metabolic conditioning for patients seeking functional improvements. Medical weight loss programs at Advanced Age Management utilize prescription GLP-1 medications alongside metabolic peptides, nutritional guidance, and hormone balancing to address the underlying factors contributing to weight resistance. Preventive medicine protocols focus on early intervention in metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular risk factors, and age-related hormonal decline before symptomatic disease develops.
Patients at Advanced Age Management in Sharon Center begin with detailed consultations that include symptom review, medical history analysis, and discussion of specific health objectives, followed by comprehensive laboratory testing to establish baseline hormone levels, metabolic markers, and other relevant biomarkers. Dr. Kocka reviews lab results directly with patients, explaining findings in practical terms and outlining how specific peptides and hormone therapies address identified deficiencies or imbalances. Treatment plans specify peptide dosing schedules, injection protocols, expected timelines for clinical effects, and monitoring parameters to track progress. Follow-up appointments allow for protocol adjustments based on patient response, symptom resolution, and follow-up laboratory values, with ongoing communication available for questions about administration techniques, side effect management, or treatment expectations.
With 254 five-star reviews on Google, patient feedback consistently references improvements in energy levels, sleep quality, body composition changes, reduction in fatigue, successful weight loss outcomes, and achievement of individualized health goals through the clinic's programs. Advanced Age Management serves patients throughout Medina County and surrounding Northeast Ohio communities who prefer in-person consultations and local access to a physician with specialized training in age management and hormone optimization. The clinic's focus on evidence-based peptide selection, individualized dosing protocols, and comprehensive hormone balancing distinguishes its approach from general wellness practices, providing Sharon Center area residents with access to advanced regenerative therapies typically found only in larger metropolitan markets.
John Kocka· M.D.
John Kocka, M.D.
Medical Supervisor
Dr. John Kocka is a board certified age management specialist from the American Academy of Anti Aging. He also received certification from the Cenegenetics Medical Institute and is a member of the International Hormone Society and the International Society for the Study of the Aging Male. His intensive study into the relationship between aging and low-testosterone make him a trusted resource in testosterone replacement therapy for men. He has treated a wide variety of patients, including professional athletes. In addition to testosterone replacement therapy in and around Cleveland OH, Dr. Kocka also stresses the importance of sleep, nutrition, and exercise to his patients.
Rachel Budd, Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Rachel has been a lead practitioner at Advanced Age Management since 2021. She has extensive medical experience caring for patients as a certified nurse practitioner since 2005, with specialized experience and in depth training in preventive medicine, hormone replacement therapy, approved peptide therapies, medical wellness, aesthetics, dermatology and chronic disease management. Rachel is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal health using progressive therapeutics to improve physical & mental function while guiding patients to prevent future health issues.
Rylee Oberlin, Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomist
Medical Assistant
As a physician-trained medical assistant and certified phlebotomist from a family with a strong medical background, Rylee takes great pride in combining years of clinical knowledge with compassionate care. Rylee is the friendly face (and voice) greeting our patients with an absolutely outstanding attitude and 5-star patient service. The staff jokes (but certainly true) that Rylee is always in a good mood and ready to take on any task every day with a smile. She's also the best phlebotomist we have ever worked with!
Nick Burton, Certified Phlebotomist
Patients Care Coordinator
Nick Burton has been a valued member and team leader at Advanced Age Management team since 2017, serving as a Patient Care Coordinator, health coach and Certified Phlebotomist. Having worked in wellness medicine since 2010, Nick has extensive experience leading patient care wellness programs. Passionate about fitness and nutrition, Nick brings a well-rounded background in personal training, CrossFit, Spinning, and competitive running, with personal achievements in CrossFit competitions and Hyrox racing.
Amy Hilberg
Program Coordinator/Office Manager
Amy has been a team leader at Advanced Age Management since 2015. She has worked as our patient care coordinator, Office Manager, medical assistant, pharmacy liason and health coach. She has attended numerous age management and medical wellness conferences and has in depth knowledge of the HRT/Preventive medicine industry.
Topics Mentioned in Reviews
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Treatment for low testosterone levels to restore energy, vitality, and overall health
Hypothyroidism Therapy
Treatment for underactive thyroid conditions
Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men
Comprehensive hormone optimization for men
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
Treatment options for erectile dysfunction
Medical Peptide Therapy
FDA-approved peptide therapies for various health optimization goals
B12 & Amino Acid Injections
Vitamin B12 and amino acid treatments for energy and wellness
Medical Weight Loss
Medically supervised weight loss programs featuring GLP-1 and related weight loss medicines (semaglutide/B6 and tirzepatide/B6)
Women's HRT
Hormone replacement therapy for women
Age Management
Comprehensive age management and preventive medicine programs
Nutrition and Exercise Programs
Personalized nutrition and exercise coaching
Adrenal Fatigue Treatments
Treatment for adrenal fatigue and related conditions
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