| Primary Focus | Individualized care emphasizing prevention, lifestyle factors, and overall wellness. | Prevention, diagnosis, and medical treatment of acute and chronic conditions. |
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| Consultation Approach | Extended consultations exploring health history, nutrition, lifestyle, symptoms, and personal goals. | Consultations tailored to medical concerns, clinical priorities, and treatment needs. |
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| Health Assessments | Comprehensive health reviews and clinically appropriate laboratory testing within scope of practice. | Medical examinations, laboratory investigations, diagnostic imaging, and specialist assessments. |
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| Treatment Options | Nutrition and lifestyle guidance, selected supplements, botanical therapies, and other appropriate naturopathic treatments. | Lifestyle interventions, prescription medications, medical procedures, and specialist treatments. |
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| Role in Your Care | Provides regulated naturopathic healthcare that can complement your existing medical care. | Provides primary, preventive, emergency, and specialized medical care. |
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| Insurance Coverage | Extended health benefits may cover eligible services. Direct billing available where supported. | Medically necessary physician services are generally covered by BC MSP. |
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