Getting Started

Naturopathic medicine support is a commitment that requires valuable time and resources, so let’s ensure I can meet your needs and help you thrive before your first visit.  Email a short paragraph of your chief concerns and how you found me to see if we are a good fit.  If I think you are a good fit, you will get an email from staff to coordinate your first visit.

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Before your first visit

I work with women and men from all over Ontario, Canada.

To book an appointment, fill out the contact form HERE and we will get back to you within 24 hours.

Once you have secured your first visit time and date with a receptionist, they will then email you forms to be filled through the JANE EMR, a confidential online electronic medical record APP where you will complete a thorough intake form and three consent forms.

The JANE EMR portal is where we will meet for virtual appointments and provides access to your naturopathic medicine plans, records and lab results. If you prefer an in person appointment, please specify this in your contact form.

In order to make the most of your time during your first appointment, please complete the following:

INTAKE FORMS & CONSENT FORMS
 All forms must be submitted prior to your appointment.

PREVIOUS LAB TESTING
Once you have secured your appointment and filled out your intake and consent forms, you can come back here and use this encrypted web form to send any lab reports, imaging reports, or other medical records you wish to share with Dr. Tanya Wylde, ND. Patient privacy is important to me. I use HUSHMAIL, an encrypted secure web form that meets all Ontario and Canadian Medical Privacy Laws. CLICK HERE to share.

SUPPLEMENTS
I will review all of your supplements to ensure that they are are effective (good quality brands, at the right dosages, safe, and appropriate for you). It is a priority for me to have patients only take what is absolutely necessary.

MEDICATIONS
I will also ensure that you are taking your medications and supplements in a way to support maximal absorption and avoid interactions.

HORMONE THERAPY
Our goal is to empower you to make informed decisions about your hormone replacement therapy by providing you with access to a diverse range of bioidentical hormone options. As we navigate the process of finding the right hormone dosage for you, we prioritize your comfort and well-being by carefully monitoring your response to treatment and making adjustments as needed.

 

During your first visit

  • You will spend up to 75 minutes long 
  • An in-depth medical, nutrition, and lifestyle history intake.
  • Analysis and review of your previous lab work, supplements, medications and/or hormone therapy you are currently taking.
  • An open exchange with the time and space to have all your questions answered.
  • I will connect the dots and explain how your symptoms may be connected and treated.
  • You will receive a naturopathic plan of action which will include some or all of the following:
    • Health goals determined together
    • Nutrition recommendations
    • Medical-grade supplements/herbal support
    • Bio-identical Hormone prescription when appropriate may be prescribed on your first or second visit **
    • Lifestyle enhancements
    • Additional laboratory and functional medicine tests (through Life Labs, Doctors Data, Rocky Mountain Analytical or ICL Integrative Laboratory Services)
    • Stress management techniques
    • In some cases, you may be referred to partner practitioners for a more comprehensive treatment approach
    • Recommendations for a follow-up appointment
  • Initial Consultation Fee: $300 *Includes reviewing blood work results, providing a plan of action, and conducting research before and after your visit.  Fees do not include lab work or supplements.
  • Lab fees vary depending on what will be tested.
  • Bio-identical Hormone prescription** Hormone prescriptions can be made after a thorough benefit-risk ratio has been completed and most recent clinical screenings are added to your chart including:  Blood work, Physical Exam, PAP exam, Pelvic Ultrasound, Breast Ultrasound & Mammogram if complete

Follow up visits

  • Expect a 45 minute follow up consult within 2-6 weeks of the initial visit
  • Review and interpretation of any lab work requested on previous visits.
  • Bio-Identical Hormone prescription tailored to meet your needs
  • A progress-check of your healing plan.
  • Enhancements or adjustments made to your healing plan (based on lab work, progress, symptoms, as- needed.)
  • Third and subsequent visits vary in length between 30-60 minutes (time will vary depending on your needs)
  • Follow Up Consultation fees are based on time and range from $120 to $240. 

 

How often will you follow up?

We will work on a schedule together. Decisions are first and foremost based on your health concerns, then we will assess your finances and health insurance coverage.

Generally, patients begin with monthly to bi-monthly appointments until their main health concerns have been resolved.

Once patients have achieved a level of improved health that they are happy with, they transition to having appointments on an as needed basis or for annual health check ups.

Healthy patients have the option to maintain quarterly or yearly visit for nutrient/functional medicine; to assess lifestyle and supplement strategies are still optimal for their needs; or address an acute infection or concern they require treatment for.

Patients receiving a Bio-Identical Hormone prescription visit monthly for 3 months then 3 times per year thereafter.  See our fee guide for more details: HERE

Weight loss patients and diabetic patients often visit monthly until they have reached their target weight loss and blood sugar goals. Note that more frequent visits maybe necessary in the beginning.  See our fee guide for our weigh loss program details HERE

 

 

In-between visits

  • Record your questions and concerns and bring them to your next visit at which point we can review them together in detail.
  • Send short and quick inquiries via email however, we cannot guarantee an immediate reply.
  • Some emails/inquiries may prompt an immediate consult. In this case, a receptionist will contact you to arrange an appointment.

Fees & Cancellation Policy

  • for complete fee and cancellation details.
  • Most extended health insurance plans cover Naturopathic medical services, including Sun Life, Blue Cross, Great-West Life, Green Shield, London Life and many other insurance providers.
  • Please note: *Costs of all lab tests and treatment recommendations such as supplements are additional to the cost of the visit