Susan Egbert

Susan Egbert

PharmD, RPh | Pharmacist · Medical Writer · Natural Products Chemistry Scientist · Researcher · Consultant

Susan Egbert is a practicing pharmacist and medical writer based in the United States. She earned her PharmD from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2019, and continues to balance clinical practice with active contributions to research across multiple fields.

Beyond pharmacy and writing, Susan works in natural products research and consulting, bringing a research-grounded perspective to medical content. Her combination of community pharmacy experience and ongoing scientific research makes her well-suited for content that requires both clinical accuracy and an understanding of the underlying science.

Susan contributes medical writing and research-backed editorial content for Policy Lab.

You can learn more about Dr. Egbert on LinkedIn.

Focus Areas

  • Community pharmacy
  • Clinical research
  • Medical writing

TRT Side Effects: What to Expect

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can cause both common side effects, such as acne and fluid retention, and more serious risks, including elevated red blood cell counts and fertility suppression.1,2 The likelihood and severity of these effects vary depending on the individual, the prescribed dose, and the delivery method used. Regular monitoring through blood work and … Read more

TRT vs. Steroids: What’s the Difference?

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and anabolic steroids both involve testosterone or synthetic compounds related to it, but they are not the same thing. The core differences lie in purpose, dosing, medical supervision, and legal status, and these distinctions carry real consequences for health and safety. This article explains what separates prescribed hormone therapy from anabolic … Read more