Naturopathic Sports Medicine

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FAQ

Naturopathic Medicine can be a whole new world to discover. Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions:

1. What is Naturopathic Medicine? — Medicine that aims to treat the whole person – mental, emotional, physical. Addresses the root cause of disease and is excellent when used for prevention.
2. Is a Naturopath considered a Doctor? How long did you go to school? — Yes. Naturopaths have to do an undergraduate degree and then 4 years of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. K had 9 years of post-secondary education.
3. Is this covered by OHIP? — No. Not at this time.
4. Can you do direct billing? — Yes. For most insurance plans under Telus Health.
5. Are supplements covered by my benefits? Is lab work covered by my benefits? — No. Not at this time.
6. What do I need to do to prepare for my first visit? What should I expect for my first visit? — Fill out the Intake forms that will be sent to you via e-mail by Dr. K and e-mail them back to her before the visit. Bring or wear clothing that will allow assessments and treatment of a specific area. Come 5-10 mins early to allow time to read and sign the Consent Form. Expect to be there for 60-90 Mins. Dr. K will go over your health history, perform assessments, provide treatment options and give home work. Be open to change!
7. What are you doing to prevent the spread of COVID19? — We are allowing more time between patients, no one is in the waiting area, everyone is wearing masks at all times, all surfaces are disinfected after each patient leaves, screening before arrival at the clinic, again upon arrival and temperature taken (this is for patients and practitioners).