Holistic HealthCare

New Patient Visits

Dr. Varela is Your Naturopathic Medicine Expert! Initial appointments with the doctor are either 60 or 90 minutes long, depending on the complexity of the case. The consult fee includes time spent before + after your visit for Dr. Varela to review any past lab work and all paperwork and intake forms. During your visit, you will learn why you have symptoms + learn how you can resolve them for good! She may use diet, lifestyle changes, supplements, or medication to treat your illness, but she will work with you to discover the most gentle, yet effective way to help your mind + body restore balance. She seeks to promote wellness, create hope, health + healing by working with you!

These visits include:

• An inquiry into your medical concerns + health goals

• A comprehensive review of your medical + lifestyle history

• Interpretation of past lab work + determination of new labs are needed to achieve an optimal, symptom free-life

• Relevant physical exams if necessary

• Assessment of your current medications + supplements

• Detailed treatment recommendations specific to you + fundamental health suggestions

Follow-up Visits usually last 30 minutes during the first 4 months, then 15-30min thereafter. Frequency + necessity depend on each individual, which is typically every 3-4 weeks for the first 4 months for the best outcome. Telehealth is available.

Dr. Toni Varela, NMD does not accept insurance; however we accept HSA + FSA accounts. You may or may not be covered by your insurance plan. Please check with your insurance prior to your visit. Our office does not bill your insurance directly but we can give you a receipt for services, which you may submit for reimbursement.

Acute Care

Dr. Varela offers acute care visits designed to treat pain, colds, flus, or other infections, + review referrals from other healthcare practitioners. These are short, focused, 20 or 30 minute visits that allow her to screen you appropriately for a treatment service + provide prescription for medication or supplementation, which can include IV or injection therapies.

These visits include:

• Focused intake to address your medical concern

• Quick assessment of your current medical history + lifestyle

• Relevant physical exams if necessary

• Determination of necessary labs

• Treatment recommendations + in-office offerings for immediate relief or out-of-office prescriptions to help you feel better fast