Would that treatment be at an inpatient facility for the four weeks? I do know that some of the inpatient clinics in Mexico are that expensive which may not be out of line if you consider what the cost would be at any traditional hospital. Where are you located? I have a directory for naturopaths, homeopaths and some medical/alternative doctors that might be helpful in finding someone to work with your brother right in his own area. Just as a point of reference for you I have copied the list of services offered and the costs of these services from the medical/alternative clinic I go to on an outpatient basis. I have tried to be careful to omit any information that might identify the doctor or the name of his clinic since I believe posting that information would be against this board's rules. I hope you find it helpful Chris.
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The medicine of the 21st Century will map out an individual's genetic uniqueness (genotype) and then give guidance around the types of interventions which would most benefit the individual's genetic expression (phenotype). Diet and nutrition, including specific vitamin, mineral and nutriceutical agents will be a foundational part of such a program. Specific and timely diagnostic testing for the early detection of disease potential in the individual will be another important part. Individual therapy for specific disease will complete this preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic triad. Although this is not available today in its totality, we have available to us what might be considered a preventive maintenance menu which spans the preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic fields. My goal as a medical doctor is to individualize such a program for your specific situation. The goal of the staff at......................... is to help you realize your potential for a healthy life in all spheres.
Consultation with Dr. ...................
This series of consultations formulates your individual needs. Diagnositic Laboratory Testing will be arranged according to your personal health history and family history. Only a portion of these consultations and laboratory tests are covered by the Provincial Health Plan (OHIP). Some of the tests that might be considered, and a short explanatory note, follows. Please note that for any one person only a few of these tests will be advised. The cost of these tests are not OHIP covered. The laboratory testing is done by accredited Canadian and American labs. Costs are in Canadian dollars. (The cost might differ due to fluctuations in the exchange rate and rates for airborne overnight express delivery.)
Initial Consultation with Dr. ........... and Clinic Staff..............................................................................350.00
Initial consultation includes first appointment of one hour with Dr. ..... and follow up appointment, blood chemistry analysis done at local laboratory, Naessens Dark Field Microscopy, toxic metal/mineral analysis and dietary survey, two nutritional sessions with Nutritionist and two mind/body therapy with R.N.
Repeat consultation (After 1 year )....................................125.00
Follow up Visits (Administration Fee) ................................25.00 per 15 minute time period
Follow up Visits with Nutritionist...........................................50.00 per hour
Cardiovascular Risk Panel-1
This is done at OHIP covered laboratories, but includes non-OHIP covered tests. The lab fee will be charged to you directly by the laboratory. This includes the traditional risk factors of cholesterol (HDL/LDL) and triglycerides as well as lesser known risk factors such as Lipoprotein (a),high sensitivity C Reactive Protein, Homocysteine, Bioavailable Testosterone
Vitamin And Mineral Panel -1
This is done at OHIP covered laboratories and the non OHIP covered tests will be charged directly by the laboratory. Includes levels of Vitamin B12, Thiamine, Folic Acid, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Calcium, Phosphorous, Zinc, Ferritin
Hair Analysis
This is a screening test for detection of elevated levels of toxic metals such as Aluminum, Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury, as well as an experimental screening test for nutritional minerals ..........$75.00
Infectious Disease Testing by PCR
Bacteria, Viruses and Fungi are being implicated in chronic degenerative disease states such as certain cancers, cardiovascular disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, infectious arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a highly sensitive laboratory method for detecting infectious disease agents such as Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, Nanobacteria, Borrelia, Herpes, Human Papiloma Virus, Epstein Barr Virus ..........$225.00-$895.00
Antioxidants, Amino Acids and Essential Fatty Acids
This sophisticated test panel tests for free radical oxidative stress which is at the source of many degenerative diseases. It tests for oxidative stress biomarkers, levels of Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, and other antioxidants, and levels of essential amino acids and essential fatty acids. The Amino Acids are building blocks for protein and polypeptides which includes the brain's neurotransmitters. This test can detect an individuals need for specific amino acids and essential fatty acids. Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, Depression, Attention Deficit Disorders and Schizophrenia are a few of the conditions which are affected by deficits in these molecules. ..........$550.00
Spectracell Intracellular Nutrient Analysis.......
This highly innovative test measures how vitamins, minerals, antioxidant systems and other essential micronutrients actually function within your white blood cells. This test uncovers deficiencies in vitamins and essential micronutrients that the standard static tests may miss and if not corrected may impair your health and contribute to long term disease processes. ..........$495.00
Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis
This tests for digestive function, composition of the normal human flora ('good bacteria') and presence of pathogenic bacteria and parasites. ..........$400.00-$750.00
Candida Antibodies
Detects IgG, IgA, IgM antibodies to the yeast Candida in the blood. ..........$125.00
Food Allergy Profile
Some food might not be right for your biochemical makeup. This test takes the guessing out of elimination diets. This tests for IgE and IgG antibodies which might be present in the blood for 100 foods. ........475.00
Dark Field Microscopy
This is an experimental tool for assessing immune system stress ................$55.00
This is by no means an exhaustive list of laboratory analysis available. Some testing might be useful to your particular situation and will be discussed with you during you consultation with Dr. ... You might be particularly interested in the information which can be had from some of the testing procedures and may want to bring up your concerns with the Doctor.
Therapeutic Modalities............
Acupuncture..................................................................35.00
Vitamin/ Mineral /Nutrient Injections. (dependant on admixture)...........................15.00 - 150.00
Intravenous Chelation Therapy.........................................................................150.00
Electromagnetic Field therapy.......................................................35.00
InfraRed Sauna Detoxification......................................................35.00
Physician Assisted Heavy Metal
Detoxification ..................................................150.00