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Dr. Tina Marcantel is a naturopathic doctor practicing in Gilbert, Arizona. Other East Valley cities she serves are Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Queen Creek, Apache Junction, and the greater Phoenix area. Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about naturopathic medicine and our practice, along with some helpful links to other sites and information on the Internet. Questions about diabetes? Check out our Diabetes FAQ page at Diabetes Central. What is a naturopathic physician? Naturopathic physicians (NMD's) are primary care physicians clinically trained in conventional medical sciences with an emphasis on preventative care. The goal of naturopathic therapy is to find and eliminate the root causes of symptoms presented by the patient. Click here for more detailed information. What does "holistic" treatment mean? Holistic care considers the patient as a whole, including his physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, environmental and cultural needs. Click here for more detailed information. What is "integrative" medicine? Integrative medicine is the practice of combining alternative (naturopathic) and conventional (allopathic) therapies to take advantage of the strengths of each system and to offset their weaknesses. Click here for more detailed information. Homeopathic medicine is a natural pharmaceutical science that uses very small doses of substances from the plant, mineral, and animal kingdoms to stimulate the body's own defenses...The primary principle of homeopathy is the law of similars; that is, the principle that a substance will help to heal symptoms similar to those it is known to cause. Literally any substance, plant, mineral, or animal can become a homeopathic remedy. (Homeopathic Medicine for Children and Infants, Dana Ullman, MPH) To read Dr. Marcantel's article on homeopathy and to learn much more about this topic, click here. Should I see a naturopathic doctor even if I'm not sick? Yes. Naturopathic doctors focus on preventive medicine. Believe it or not, they tend to believe it is better to stay healthy than it is to get sick and need a cure. Even if you are currently healthy, there are often lifestyle or diet changes that can help you head off future trouble (particularly if your medical history reveals a genetic or environmental susceptibility to certain problems). Does Dr. Marcantel do routine physical exams? Yes. Dr. Marcantel does physical exams on initial visits and on
other appointments as needed. Dr. Marcantel will also do physical exams for
high school athletes for a special rate of $35. Can I make Dr. Marcantel my primary care physician? Yes. Dr. Marcantel can serve as your primary care physician. If you already have a PCP, she is happy to communicate with your doctor to coordinate your care. What does Dr. Marcantel charge for her services? Our office charges $185.00 for an initial intake visit. After the initial visit, most follow-up visits will range from a half hour to an hour ($70.00-$110.00). Other services (such as testing, injections, etc.) may have an additional charge. Please inquire about charges before the services are given. The time required for follow-up visits varies depending on the patient's needs. Dr. Marcantel also provides a special rate for a 6-week diabetes jump-start program for diabetics and other packages. For more details about prices and services, please see the Our Services page of our site. Will my insurance cover my visit to Dr. Marcantel? At this time, we do not process insurance claims through our office. However, some insurance policies do cover some services provided by naturopathic physicians. We provide patients with superbills with diagnosis codes that they can submit to their insurance companies for possible reimbursement. What does Dr. Marcantel think about some of the popular diets like the Beverly Hills Diet, the Cabbage Soup diet, and the 3-Hour diet? Dr. Marcantel says, "I'm not going to comment here on whether or not they "work"; I'm sure the authors of these diets can point to anecdotal evidence that it's possible to lose weight short-term while following the plans. The question is how nutritionally sound are these diets and is there a chance they may even do more harm than good for some people?" Read her article on Fad Diets to see her recommendations. I've tried lots of diets, but none seem to work for me. Does Dr. Marcantel have a weight loss program? Dr. Marcantel's weight loss program includes a personalized diet and exercise plan with pharmaceutical grade nutriceutical supplements. She educates the patient on food and menu suggestions and food combinations for effective weight loss, with tips to "jump-start" the metabolism for weight loss. Ongoing support and food diary monitoring are essential services she provides to help the patient achieve success with the program.
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