WHAT TO EXPECT – THE PROCESS:
First visits are in person only. Phone and video consults may be an option for return visits.
To book a new patient appointment please email info@drwickland.com OR call 778 356 3306. You will be contacted to book an appointment. Current wait-times are ~ 2 months although cancellation spots do come up! Email responses are faster than leaving a voicemail.
Note: As a licensed naturopathic doctor in BC, I may only treat residents of British Columbia.
Before the first visit –
- Intake and consent forms must be filled out online and submitted prior to your visit. You may also download the forms here OR come 15 minutes early to fill out paper forms. You will be sent a link via email for forms after booking your appointment.
- If you have had recent blood work or imaging tests done, it is helpful to get a copy of the results. These can be brought to your first appointment or request a link to upload electronic copies securely via your Jane Portal.
First visit (75 minutes) – Please bring copies of any recent blood work or imaging tests. You can also request a link to upload electronic copies of any results via your Jane portal.
The goal of the first appointment is to get a good idea of your medical history and current health concerns and to discuss the goals and expectations of naturopathic treatment. A complaint-oriented physical exam may be performed at this time. You will usually receive some testing and/or treatment recommendations on your first visit.
Second visit (30 – 60 minutes) – Generally scheduled two – four weeks later, the second visit may review test results and/or response to initial therapies. We will establish a treatment plan that contains short and long term goals for your health.
Return visits (15 – 45 minutes) – The time between return appointments depends on the severity of the condition and the therapies used. Someone receiving active treatments may come in every month for a follow up. Someone on a stable long-term plan may come in once a season to check in. Bowen technique is often weekly during active treatment.