A Naturopathic Visit

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The first naturopathic visit includes a full thorough history intake in order to help cultivate the relationship between patient and doctor, and also to gain crucial information about the patients condition. Remember health is not limited to an organ or a system, health is the totality of the individual. All contributing factors are investigated and assessed during this phase. 

An appropriate physical exam will be conducted along with laboratory assessments/tests if required. This will help your doctor obtain a full picture of your condition. 

Lifestyle and dietary counseling are given during the first and second visits when appropriate, along with any acute (immediate) care. It usually takes the first and second visits to gather a full treatment plan customized to your specific needs.  

Naturopathic therapies are implored to treat a variety of conditions. 



Acute cases 
  • Are dealt with promptly with no delay. 
  • Examples of such conditions include, but are not limited to: infection of the ear, throat, urinary tract, intestinal tract, injuries or minor physical trauma, body aches, headaches, etc
  • Emergency situations should always attend a hospital emergency department.



Chronic conditions

These conditions take a little longer to resolve and improve. 
It took a life time of decisions to get to the mind set and health you are at right now, expect to invest a few weeks or months to correct these attributes and habits. 

Such examples range from: 
  • Cardiovascular disease: high blood pressure, postural hypotension, high cholesterol, peripheral vascular disease, coronary artery disease, swollen feet, etc
  • Intestinal conditions: crohn's, ulcerative colitis, constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowels, bloating, flatus, indigestion, Gastroesophageal reflux, heart burn, maldigestion, etc
  • Metabolic and endocrinological disturbances: diabetes, painful menses, infertility, hot flashes, thyroid dysfunction, cortisol abnormalities (Stress), etc 
  • Reproductive health: women reproductive, male reproductive, breast health, genito-urinary conditions, menstrual pain, etc
  • Psychological: anxiety, depression, insomnia, low energy, irritability, addictions, etc
  • Weight loss, weight gain, maintenance
  • Pre and post surgery counseling to optimize healing and reducing scar formation,
  • Skin health and beauty, acne, eczema, etc 
  • Lower back, body aches, leg cramps, etc  
  • Longevity, vitality
  • Quality of life improvements
  • Dietary interventions, counselling and supplementation.