Initial Consult- Gut Health

Initial Gut Health Consultation
Your digestive health plays a vital role in your overall well-being. In this comprehensive consultation, we take the time to explore your health history, current symptoms, nutrition, and lifestyle factors that may be affecting your gut. Together, we’ll review any available lab work (or recommend specialized testing if needed) to uncover the root causes of issues like bloating, food sensitivities, irregular digestion, fatigue, or chronic inflammation.

You’ll leave this visit with a personalized plan that may include nutrition guidance, lifestyle strategies, supplements, or further diagnostic recommendations—all designed to restore balance, support healing, and help you feel your best from the inside out.

Before Your Visit
To make the most of your initial consultation, all new patients are required to complete intake forms through our secure electronic health record (EHR) system. These forms cover your health history, current symptoms, lifestyle habits, and goals, so that we can better understand your unique needs before we meet.

To ensure we provide you with the most personalized and effective care, please complete all required intake forms in our secure EHR prior to your consultation. These forms must be submitted at least 24 hours before your scheduled session.

Information you’ll be asked to provide includes:

Current symptoms or concerns related to digestion and overall health

Detailed medical history (including past diagnoses, surgeries, and treatments)

Current medications, vitamins, and supplements

Dietary habits and lifestyle factors (exercise, sleep, stress, etc.)

Recent or relevant lab results (if available)

Known food intolerances, sensitivities, or allergies

Primary care provider or specialist information (if applicable)

Completing these forms thoroughly helps us spend your consultation time focusing on solutions and next steps, rather than collecting background information.

Q: What happens during the initial gut health consultation?
A: We’ll review your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and diet in detail. If you have recent lab work, we’ll go over those results together and may recommend additional testing. You’ll leave with a personalized plan tailored to your needs.

Q: Do I need to complete intake forms before my visit?
A: Yes, all intake forms must be submitted through our secure EHR at least 24 hours before your consultation. This ensures your visit is focused on care, not paperwork. We will send you the intake forms after confirming your appointment.

Q: How long is the consultation?
A: The initial gut health consultation typically lasts 45 minutes, giving us time to explore your health concerns in depth and create a tailored plan.

Q: What kinds of issues can a gut health consultation address?
A: We help patients with bloating, indigestion, food sensitivities, constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, brain fog, and other symptoms that may be related to gut imbalance or dysfunction.

Q: Will I need lab tests?
A: Not always. We may recommend specialized testing based on your symptoms and goals, but many patients benefit from nutrition and lifestyle adjustments first.

Q: Are supplements included in the consultation fee?
A: Supplements, labs, or additional treatments are not included in the consultation fee. We’ll discuss recommendations and costs with you before moving forward.

Q: Do you accept insurance?
A: We are currently self-pay only. This allows us to provide personalized, unrushed care without restrictions from insurance companies.

Q: Can I book a follow-up after my initial visit?
A: Yes, follow-up visits are encouraged to track progress and adjust your care plan. Many patients find ongoing support helps them reach their goals faster.