What to expect for your first naturopathic visit
First steps
- Call the clinic to book an appointment.
- Fill out the appropriate forms prior to your first visit (Forms) or arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete the forms at the clinic.
What to expect during the initial appointment
Your initial appointment at Adara with a naturopathic doctor (ND) will be 60-90 minutes long. During this visit, your ND will take the time to gather extensive information concerning your current health concern and medical history. A relevant physical examination will also be conducted during your visit and an individually customized treatment plan will be discussed with you.
Subsequent follow-up appointments will range between 15-60 minutes where there will be further discussion of your personalized treatment plan and a detailed look at the progression of your health.
Your initial appointment will include:
- Comprehensive medical intake and baseline assessment
- Physical exam
- Functional blood work (optional, if indicated)
- Functional urinary work-up (optional, if indicated)
