FAQ

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I operate as a cash-based practice so I can spend more time with patients, offer individualized care, and avoid the constraints that 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 can still be submitted to insurance by you or your lab when appropriate.
• Prescription medications may be processed through your insurance at the pharmacy.
• I’m happy to provide documentation (e.g., superbills) if you choose to submit services for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

Please note that I have opted out of Medicare, so services cannot be submitted to Medicare for reimbursement.

 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.

When I use the word intuitive, I’m referring to careful listening and pattern recognition developed through training and experience. It means paying attention not only to labs and diagnoses, but also to how symptoms connect over time, what your body is 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. 

A DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is a fully licensed physician, similar 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.

At this time, 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.

I also encourage patients to maintain a relationship with a primary care provider for hospital or emergency department follow-up care, as they typically have direct access to hospital records, imaging, and laboratory results.

This practice is not designed for urgent or emergency concerns, and I am not available for on-call care. In addition, I do not prescribe long-term or chronic 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.

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.

This practice is a good fit for people who are:
• Curious
• Engaged in their health
• Willing to participate actively in the healing process

It’s especially helpful for those with complex or persistent concerns who want a deeper understanding of their health and who are open to a collaborative approach.

Because I intentionally limit the number of patients I work with in order to provide unhurried, thoughtful care, appointments are reserved specifically for you.

I understand that unexpected things come up and offer one courtesy exception for late cancellations or missed appointments. After that, late cancellations may be charged and repeated no-shows may result in dismissal from the practice.

Full details are reviewed and acknowledged as part of the informed consent process.

Yes. Telehealth visits are currently available for follow-up visits for patients that are/will be in the state of Wisconsin at the time of their visit.  Telehealth visits in Illinois are anticipated in the future.