Physician-Led Ayurvedic Consultations

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book directly.

Why is the initial consultation split into two parts?

The first session is a detailed, comprehensive assessment. I gather information from your completed Patient Intake Form, recent lab work, and any other diagnostic test results — alongside what you share with me directly and my own clinical observations of your tongue, face, palms, torso, skin, hair, speech, superficial and deep pulse, etc. The assessment is intentionally intensive — every layer tells me something different, and the combined picture is what makes an accurate Ayurvedic diagnosis possible. Between the two appointments, I study everything carefully to determine your prakruti (your innate constitution) and your vikruti (your current imbalance). This analysis is what makes an Ayurvedic consultation fundamentally different from a symptom-by-symptom visit. At the Report of Findings, held about two weeks later, I present what I found and the recommendations to begin your healing journey. Rushing either session compromises both — which is why the structure exists. All of it is included in the single $350 fee.

What is the difference between a Follow-Up and a One-Time Consultation?

A Follow-Up is for patients who have already completed the Comprehensive Consultation and are returning to refine their protocol, address new concerns, or check in on progress. A One-Time Consultation is for a single, specific, minor issue. It is available for patients who do not want to invest in a full Comprehensive Consultation, although the Comprehensive remains highly recommended — it gives a much more detailed understanding of the root cause rather than the presenting symptom alone.

How long before I see results?

This depends on the severity of the condition, how long it has been present, and how closely the protocol is followed. Many patients notice improvements in sleep, digestion, and energy within the first two to four weeks. Deeper patterns — hormonal, metabolic, or chronic — typically respond over three to six months. Ayurveda works through consistency, not speed. Follow-Up appointments are typically weekly at first, then move to biweekly as your recommendations take root. This consistency matters — healing is a process of steady adjustment, not a single reset. Haphazard check-ins do not give the protocol the time or feedback it needs to work.

Will I need to take a lot of herbs?

Protocols are designed around you and the root cause of the condition. I use herbs where they are the right tool, but diet, daily rhythm, and targeted lifestyle changes often do more of the work than supplements.

Do you work alongside my family doctor?

Yes. I welcome ongoing communication with your family physician, specialists, and naturopath. Integration, not replacement, is the goal — which is exactly why my practice exists as an integrated model with Appleby Medical Centre.

What about medications I am currently taking?

I review all current medications during our first consultation, informed by the Patient Intake Form you complete beforehand. I research each medication for interactions with the herbs I may prescribe, so that whatever plan I design works safely alongside your existing treatment. I never advise stopping or changing a prescribed medication — that is your physician's decision — and where appropriate, I coordinate directly with your prescribing doctor.

How much does a consultation cost?

The Comprehensive Consultation is $350, which covers both the initial session and the Report of Findings two weeks later. Follow-Up and One-Time Consultations are $65 each. Any herbs or formulations prescribed are a separate cost, and I will always discuss them with you before anything is dispensed.

Do you provide a receipt for insurance or a health spending account?

Yes. You will receive a receipt after your consultation. Many Canadian extended health plans and health spending accounts (HSA/PHSP) reimburse Ayurvedic consultations, but coverage varies significantly by plan — please check directly with your provider before your first visit.

What is your cancellation and rescheduling policy?

I ask for at least 48 hours' notice to reschedule or cancel a consultation. Cancellations made within 48 hours are charged at 50% of the consultation fee. Genuine illness and emergencies are handled with common sense — please just let me know as soon as you can.

What should I prepare before my first consultation?

Four things. First, complete the Patient Intake Form I send you after booking — this is what lets us use our session for real questions rather than paperwork. Second, bring any recent bloodwork, imaging, or specialist reports from the last twelve months. Third, keep a list of your current medications and supplements with doses; screenshots of the bottles work fine. Fourth, please bring water — the first consultation runs approximately two hours, and I want you to stay hydrated and comfortable throughout.