Looking for a Chiropractor in Scarborough

Looking for a Chiropractor in Scarborough

The new patient process

When consulting a chiropractor or other health care professional there should be some golden threads which run through the process of the meeting, broadly speaking there should be a case history and examination to find out exactly what is going on and get an get to know the patient and understand their problem, in this sense patients expect healthcare professionals to demonstrate certain skills and qualities.

1. Clear Communication – Easy-to-understand explanations about their condition, treatment options, and next steps. Avoiding medical jargon and ensuring they fully grasp the information.
2. Empathy and Compassion – Allowing the patient to feel heard, understood, and respected, with the provider acknowledging their concerns and emotions.
3. Thorough Assessment – A detailed evaluation of their symptoms and medical history. Time for the patient to tell their story, not feeling rushed or dismissed.
4. Personalized patient centred Care and Shared Decision-Making – Treatment options tailored to their individual needs and lifestyle. Allowing the patient to be involved in decisions about their care rather than just being told what to do.
5. Clear Next Steps and Action Plan – Knowing what to expect after the consultation. Clear instructions on exercise, lifestyle changes, follow-up appointments, and when to seek further care.
6. Efficiency and Accessibility – Short wait times and reasonable appointment lengths. A
7. Trust and Transparency – Honest discussions about prognosis, risks, and benefits of treatments. Confidence that the provider is knowledgeable and has their best interests in mind.

Here at Scarborough chiropractic, we split this process in to two 30 minute appointments, the first being an initial consultation and examination, this gives the patient time to tell their story, the chiropractor to tease out end fine details and perform a thorough physical examination relevant to the patients complaint. The second appointment, the report of findings and first treatment, again gives the chiropractor the opportunity to reflect on the examination findings and what that means for the patient and their complaint as well as set out a tailored treatment plan and provide their first session of chiropractic care.