FAQ

---

I operate as a cash-based practice so I can spend more time with patients, provide individualized care, and avoid the constraints insurance often places on visit length and treatment options. This allows us to focus on what is most helpful for you, rather than what is reimbursable.

That said:
• Conventional lab testing may still be submitted to insurance by you or the lab when appropriate.
• Prescription medications may be processed through your insurance at the pharmacy.
• I can provide documentation (such as superbills) if you choose to submit services for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

Please note that I have opted out of Medicare; services provided through this practice cannot be submitted to Medicare for reimbursement.

I do not provide routine primary care services such as annual physicals, Medicare wellness visits, vaccinations, or routine cancer screenings. These services are typically covered by insurance and are best managed by a primary care provider.

This practice is not designed for urgent or emergency concerns, and I am not available for on-call care. I also do not prescribe long-term controlled medications, including opioids, benzodiazepines, or stimulant medications.

My role is to work alongside your primary care provider or specialists, offering integrative and functional support to complement your existing care and help address underlying contributors to health concerns.

Integrative medicine brings together conventional medical care with evidence-informed complementary approaches, choosing the right tools for each situation. It’s often described as an East-meets-West approach — combining medications and procedures when needed with nutrition, supplements, lifestyle changes, and other complementary therapies.

Functional medicine focuses on understanding why a health concern developed in the first place. Rather than only managing symptoms, it looks for underlying imbalances and root causes, then addresses them using a personalized, bottom-up approach.

You may also hear the term lifestyle medicine, which emphasizes nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management. These principles are already a core part of both integrative and functional medicine. 

Ultimately, these approaches are not separate or competing. They work best when blended, forming a comprehensive, whole-person approach to care — what I consider true healthcare.

Some people associate longer visits or membership-based practices with concierge medicine. While those models focus on access, my work is centered on the approach to care — spending time, understanding root causes, and choosing the right tools for each person. 

When I use the word intuitive, I’m referring to careful listening and pattern recognition developed through training, clinical experience, and ongoing observation. It means paying attention not only to labs and diagnoses, but also to how symptoms connect over time, what your body may be communicating, and what matters most to you.

My approach is always guided by science and grounded in wisdom. Intuition helps inform how information is interpreted and applied in a thoughtful, personalized way. We can hold multiple explanations at once and continue the work together, even when the map isn’t entirely clear.

The first visit is intentionally unhurried and centered on listening. We’ll spend time understanding your health story, what feels most important to you right now, and how your symptoms, experiences, and goals connect over time.

Rather than rushing to conclusions, this visit is about building a shared understanding and beginning to identify patterns that can guide next steps. We’ll discuss possible directions for further evaluation or support and decide together what feels appropriate to explore first.

Everyone’s visit looks a little different. Some people leave with specific next steps; others leave with a deeper sense of understanding and a plan that unfolds over time. The focus is on direction and insight, not having all the answers right away. 

A DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is a fully licensed physician, equivalent to an MD. Both complete four years of medical school plus residency training and may become board certified in primary care or specialties. 

In addition to standard medical training, DOs receive extra education in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) or Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT). In my practice, I primarily use myofascial release — a gentle OMT technique that supports circulation, mobility, and comfort. 

Osteopathic training also emphasizes a whole-person approach to health, recognizing the connection between structure, function, and overall well-being. How this philosophy is applied varies by physician, but it strongly informs how I care for patients.

Yes. Many people I work with have explored a wide range of modalities and continue to benefit from one or several. I approach your history with curiosity and respect, not judgment. What you’ve tried, how your body responded, and what you learned along the way all matter.

You may find this practice a good fit if you are:

• Curious
• Engaged in your health
• Willing to participate actively in the healing process
• Seeking thoughtful, longitudinal care and value collaboration over quick fixes

This approach is especially helpful for individuals with complex or persistent concerns who want a deeper understanding of their health and are open to an evolving, collaborative process over time.

Telehealth visits are available for follow-up care when clinically appropriate, provided you are physically located in Wisconsin during the visit. Other states may be considered in the future as licensure allows.