Appointment Structure

If you are interested in trying a personalized herbal formula, reach out to Cloud Forest Health for an appointment. Our herbalists will conduct an initial intake appointment to learn about your health history, current symptoms, and lifestyle. We will then create a personalized herbal formula for you.

Intake Appointment

Your initial intake appointment is the most important step in your Chinese herbal medicine journey. Your practitioner will learn about your unique needs and concerns, and create a personalized herbal formula that is tailored to you.

The intake appointment typically takes about 1.5 hours. During this time, your practitioner will ask you a series of questions about your health history, current symptoms, lifestyle, and emotional well-being. They will also listen to your pulses and do a visual inspection of your tongue.

Here are some of the topics that may be covered during your intake appointment:

• Current symptoms: What are your main health concerns? How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?

• Health history: Do you have any chronic health conditions? Have you had any major surgeries or illnesses in the past?

• Medications: Are you currently taking any medications, either over-the-counter or prescription?

• Lifestyle: What is your diet like? Do you exercise regularly? How much sleep do you get?

• Stress levels: How would you describe your stress levels? Do you have any major stressors in your life?

• Emotional well-being: How are you feeling emotionally? Are you experiencing any anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges?

Follow-up Appointments

Follow-up appointments for Chinese herbal medicine are different for each patient, based on their prognosis and treatment goals. The first follow-up appointment will typically occur within 4-8 weeks of the initial intake. Future appointments will be scheduled every 12-16 weeks, as needed or requested.

During your follow-up appointments, your practitioner will assess your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your herbal formula. They will also answer any questions you have and provide support and guidance.

For the initial formula, your practitioner will check in with you frequently to ensure that you are taking the formula as prescribed and that you are not experiencing any side effects. They will also gauge the effects of the formula on your symptoms and overall health.

Moving forward, your practitioner will make any necessary changes or tweaks to your formula as needed. They may also recommend other lifestyle changes, such as diet, exercise, and stress management, to support your healing process.

Working with your practitioner to find the best herbal formula for you can be an enriching journey. It is an opportunity to learn more about your body and how to support your natural healing process.

Here are some tips for getting the most out of your follow-up appointments:

• Be prepared to discuss your progress and any changes you have noticed in your symptoms.

• Ask any questions you have about the formula, its effects, and how to take it properly.

• Be honest with your practitioner about how you are feeling and whether you are experiencing any side effects.

• Be open to feedback and suggestions from your practitioner.

Remember, your practitioner is there to help you achieve your health goals. By working together, you can find the best herbal formula for you and support your healing journey.

IN PERSON APPOINTMENTS

Please email David W. Kruse at david@cloudforesthealth.com for your in person appointment in Willsboro, NY or Plattsburgh, NY.

VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS

Online appointments are available for any location in the U.S. Email David W. Kruse at david@cloudforesthealth.com 

FREE CONSULTATION

Cloud Forest Health offers a free 30-minute consultation to provide detailed information about the intake process and to answer any questions.