Assessments
As a primary care physician in the province of BC, I use a number of comprehensive conventional and alternative methods to diagnose medical conditions and disease. These diagnostic methods may include the following:
Thorough health history – A detailed investigation of your existing concerns, family history, past medical history, medications, and lifestyle.
Physical Exam – An investigation of the heart, lungs, abdomen, nervous system, head and neck, hair, skin and nails, and musculoskeletal system. An additional focus on woman’s health could include a breast exam and full gynecological exam with PAP test.
Lifelabs laboratory testing – Standard blood and urine tests may be required for appropriate assessment, diagnosis and treatment. These may be done through your medical doctor, or may be requisitioned during your visit.
Advanced laboratory testing – Occasionally more comprehensive testing is required, such as Dutch Comprehensive Hormone testing, Comprehensive Stool Analysis and GI Map, Organic Acids Testing, Heavy Metal testing, SIBO testing, Food Sensitivity testing, Micronutrient testing, and many others.
Previous medical reports and diagnostic testing – All test results (previous blood work, MRIs, X-rays, colonoscopy results, etc) are valuable tools used to assess your health concerns. Please ask for and retain copies of these test results.
Nutritional analysis – Evaluating eating habits, diet, and nutritional status to assess the impact your diet is having on your health.
