Group Visits offer an innovative and interactive approach to addressing your health condition and meeting your health and wellness goals. While not the standard model of care, group visits are becoming more popular nationwide.

A battery of scientific evidence shows that if you want success in changing something, you should meet with groups of people doing the same.  Research from Framingham Studies shows that obesity, happiness, smoking, and even loneliness are contagious. The social networks of long-lived people favorably shape their health behaviors.

In fact, the world’s longest lived people chose-or were born into- social circles that support health behaviors. These group of friends arecalled “moais” in Okinawa, Japan and are thought to be a leading pillar of their longevity.

What can I expect at a Lakeside Natural Medicine Group Visit?

In an intimate group of approximately 6-8 patients, we will gather in our “food as medicine” kitchen. Dr. Axtell will educate patients on their common health concern and also allow space for individuals to ask questions, share concerns and experiences. The group visits are scheduled as a series of two 75-minute visits that are scheduled approximately four weeks apart.

Patients will work together with the doctor in a hands-on environment to prepare and taste therapeutic foods. At the end of the visit all patients will leave with a wellness packet that include recommendations for a therapeutic diet, lifestyle interventions, recipes, resources, and supplements.

Benefits include:

• Connectivity to others with similar health conditions and similar health goals
• Tools for lasting change using “food as medicine
• Practical advice to use in your everyday life
• Opportunities to ask questions in a safe and nurturing environment
• Value of two visits for the price of one in a supportive group setting
• Sense of community to support healthy habits

Current Offerings:

• Osteopenia/Osteoporosis (strengthen bone, prevent bone loss, and build new bone)
• Cholesterol (lab testing beyond traditional cholesterol tests, lowering cholesterol with diet, supplements for a healthy heart)
• Perimenopause and Menopause (hot flashes and/or night sweats, weight loss resistance, poor sleep or insomnia)
• Metabolic Reset (blood sugar balance, weight loss and improved energy

 

Not local or can’t make it to the scheduled sessions?  No problem! Click here for Digital Guidebook options and take control of your health on your own schedule!

Do you already have a group of 6-8 people with similar health concerns interested in doing a private group visit series?  Email us at info@lakesidenaturalmedicine.com or call the office at (414)939-8748 to inquire about scheduling a private group visit series.

 

 

Naturopathic wellness services are not a substitute for diagnosis and treatment from your medical treatment provider.