Your Visit Starts With Us Understanding You
Before any prescription is written, your physician reviews your complete intake
What We Review
Your health history and current conditions
Current medications and supplements
Previous treatments you've tried
Your symptoms and day-to-day challenges
Your long-term health goals
This information helps your physician understand not just what you're dealing with, but what matters most to you.
Clinical Assessment
Your physician evaluates whether medication is appropriate
Medical Appropriateness
Does your history support the use of this therapy?
Safety Screening
Are there any contraindications or medication interactions?
Evidence Strength
What does the research show for your specific situation?
Alternative Options
Are there other approaches that might be equally or more effective?
When Labs Are Ordered
Testing is recommended only when it guides clinical decisions
Testing May Be Recommended When
Baseline values would guide treatment decisions
Hormone levels or metabolic markers need evaluation
Safety monitoring is needed before starting certain medications
Previous lab work is outdated or incomplete
Important: Labs are never ordered "just because." Your physician will explain why testing is helpful and what information it provides.
Choosing the Right Treatment
If medication is appropriate, your physician personalizes every detail
Starting Dose
Low and gradual when possible to minimize side effects
Formulation
Injection, oral, nasal, or topical based on your preference
Frequency
Daily, weekly, or monthly dosing to fit your routine
Duration
Short-term trial vs long-term therapy
Every prescription is tailored to you—not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Informed Consent
Before finalizing, your physician ensures you understand everything
What We'll Discuss Together
How the medication works
Expected benefits and realistic timelines
Possible side effects and how to manage them
Regulatory status (FDA-approved vs compounded)
Cost and insurance considerations
Follow-up plan and monitoring
You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and decide whether to move forward. Treatment is never required or pressured.
When Medication Isn't Recommended
Sometimes your physician may determine that medication isn't the best first step
Lifestyle Approaches First
Your symptoms could be addressed with non-medication approaches
Safety Concerns
A medical contraindication makes treatment unsafe at this time
Further Evaluation Needed
Additional assessment or specialist care is recommended first
Risk-Benefit Balance
The potential risks outweigh the likely benefits for your situation
Your physician's job is to recommend what's most likely to help you safely—even if that means not prescribing medication.
Ongoing Adjustments
Prescriptions aren't set in stone. Your treatment evolves with you.
Your Plan May Evolve Based On
Your response to treatment
Changes in your goals or circumstances
Side effects or tolerability
New lab findings or medical developments
Your physician will check in regularly to ensure your plan continues to serve you well.