Appointments With John
First, it is important that you read John’s Practice Philosophy and are comfortable with it.
Ask yourself, “Am I prepared to look honestly at my lifestyle behaviors?” “Am I ready to take responsibility for my daily choices and habits and become actively engaged in moving them in the direction of health?”
A review of your medical record is often a good starting point, certainly if there is a complicated medical history. This review can take place even before we first meet, expediting our time together.
You may wish to make an individual appointment or be seen as part of a group visit (also called “shared medical appointment”), a newer way for physicians and patients to work together. Group visits are less expensive and especially helpful in supporting changes in health habits and behaviors.
Decide whether you would like me to send a consultation letter to your personal physician summarizing our appointment, my recommendations and steps you have committed to take.
I can provide you with a receipt which you can send to your insurance company.
A sliding fee scale is used for those with no insurance.
Sensitive Examinations
The Lexington office will have no nurse or medical assistant, so there will be only limited examinations and procedures done there. If highly sensitive examinations are necessary, it is recommended that you bring a chaperone.
The Irvine office will offer a wider range of primary care/family physician services including a family nurse practitioner, who performs most of our female exams.