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Your Journey

What Happens After You Start Your Visit

A clear, step-by-step roadmap of what to expect once you begin your care with Best Balance.

7 Steps to Your Care

1

Intake

2

Review

3

Plan

4

Labs

5

Rx

6

Start

7

Follow-Up

1

Complete Your Intake

Your visit begins with a secure online form

What You'll Share

Your medical history and current conditions

Current medications and supplements

Symptoms, concerns, and what prompted your visit

Your health goals and what success looks like

Typically takes 10-15 minutes. The more detail you provide, the better your physician can understand your needs.

2

Physician Review

A licensed physician reviews your intake and designs your care

What Happens During Review

Review your complete medical history

Assess whether treatment is medically appropriate

Determine if labs or additional information are needed

Design personalized recommendations based on your goals

Timeline: Most reviews are completed within 1-2 business days

3

Your Treatment Plan

Receive personalized recommendations designed for your goals

Your Plan Includes

Recommended medications or therapies (if appropriate)

Dosing, administration, and timing instructions

Expected benefits and realistic timelines

Possible side effects and how to manage them

Clear pricing for all recommended options

You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss alternatives, or decline treatment. There's no pressure to proceed.

4

Lab Testing(If Needed)

Only ordered when results will meaningfully guide your care

If Labs Are Recommended

Explain why testing is helpful for your care

Direct you to a partner lab with clear pricing

Review results and adjust recommendations

Important: Not every patient needs testing. Labs are only ordered when they'll meaningfully guide your treatment.

Learn more about when labs are used
5

Prescription & Fulfillment

Your medication is prepared and shipped directly to you

Once You Approve Your Plan

1

Your prescription is sent to a trusted compounding or retail pharmacy

2

You'll receive tracking information for your medication

3

Most medications arrive within 5-7 business days

4

Clear instructions for storage and use are included

If you have questions about your medication, you can reach out to your physician or the dispensing pharmacy.

6

Starting Treatment

Begin your medication with guidance and support

Follow Your Schedule

Use the dosing schedule provided by your physician

Track Your Progress

Keep notes on how you're feeling, especially during the first few weeks

Report Symptoms

Share any concerning symptoms or side effects

Support Your Goals

Continue lifestyle practices that complement your treatment

Most patients tolerate treatment well, but everyone's response is different. Your physician is available to help if you have concerns.

Follow-Up & Adjustments

Your care continues with regular check-ins and personalized adjustments

Ongoing Support Includes

Check-ins at key intervals (typically 4-8 weeks)

Dose adjustments based on your response

Ongoing support for questions or concerns

Long-term planning to maintain results

Learn about follow-ups and ongoing care

What If Treatment Isn't Right for Me?

Sometimes medication isn't the best option—and that's okay

Symptom Mismatch

Your symptoms don't align with the treatments we offer

Safety Concerns

A medical contraindication makes treatment unsafe

Better Approaches Available

Other approaches are more likely to help first

Specialist Needed

Further evaluation by a specialist is recommended

If this happens, your physician will explain why and may suggest alternative resources or next steps.

Questions Along the Way?

Your care team is available to help. We believe good care means clear communication, realistic expectations, and support at every step.

Ready to Begin?

Start your visit today. Complete your intake and connect with a physician who specializes in your goals.

Start Your Visit