Appointments at Lawrence Natural Medicine

1st Appointment • 

During our initial meeting, we'll delve into your health history and current concerns. Working with a naturopathic physician doesn't mean overwhelming yourself with drastic lifestyle changes all at once. Instead, we embark on a journey of achievable steps that gradually become your new habits and lifestyle. We begin by taking small, manageable steps tailored to you. This could involve starting with functional lab testing or addressing any nutritional deficiencies before discussing dietary or exercise adjustments. The first appointment will be tailored to you and therefore, will be different for each person. 

Possible areas of focus on the first meeting may include: dietary patterns, sleep and energy levels, personal and family health history, physical examinations, and laboratory testing. Your first treatment plan may include: dietary suggestions, herbs & supplements, stress management suggestions or an exercise plan. Your healing process has begun! 

2nd Appointment • 

Includes: evaluation of progress, review of test results or follow-up treatment recommendations

Viewing health as a practice is beneficial; it involves dedicating time, exercising patience, and consistently embracing new habits to restore well-being. I find it valuable to engage in discussions about the body's mechanisms and explain my treatment recommendations. Understanding the intricacies of how our body functions—its physiology and biochemistry—empowers you to actively engage in your own health journey. 

Follow-up Visits • A follow-up visit, typically scheduled within two to six weeks, is essential to monitor and ensure the expected progress of your health. Adjustments to your treatment plan may be made during these visits, tailored to your evolving needs. 

Our objective extends beyond immediate health improvements; we aim to prevent future illnesses. Proactively maintaining your health is more efficient and cost-effective than addressing illnesses once they take hold. Periodic preventive healthcare visits help us stay abreast of your evolving needs and advancements in your care. 

Once you've started using naturopathic medicine, we encourage you to consider us for acute issues like colds, flus, bladder infections, and similar concerns. We've found that consistent use of natural medicine yields good results.