I was authorised HRT on my third GIC appointment. They are looking for you be full time or near enough, so it varies, but the first two appointments are an assessment, so I think HRT on first appointment is quite rare.
The medicine is typically managed by your local GP. I've started on a daily oral E, and a three monthly AA jab from from the nurse at my GP clinic.
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