Holistic doctor?

[Irelandy]

Hi everyone, I just found out that I have won a consultation with a holistic doctor. I am sceptical but I was wondering what the group think? Is it quackery? Your opinions will be greatly appreciated.

Season's greetings to all.

[Marvin8]

If you're going in lieu of a nephrologist, I'd be wary.

Ask this holistic doctor about his other kidney patients and their results, but don't expect the full truth. Same goes for a nephrologist.

[panda22]

It sounds like a scam

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The consultation may be free but is any follow-up treatment? I would rather be treated by a medical consultant!!

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What do you have to lose? You will have a new experience, and if you go with an open mind, you will learn something. What you do with what you learn is up to you. Go eagerly!

[HealthBuddyMelissa]

Just like with any health practitioner you would see, ask questions, research what they say adn then make a sound judgement that is best for you. I personally am a Holistic Health Coach as well as a nurse, and I think when they are used in conjunction results can be amazing. Communication, and education are the keys to any happy relationship where these two things are concerned.

[Bassetmommer]

HI,

To me, holistic mean whole body medicine. All my doctors practice holistic medicine. I would not have it otherwise.

If they are referring to using an alternative medicine practice, then research what they offer. I have never heard about "winning" a consultation, so that would put me off.

[MarBea]

Hello, I don't see any harm in it, as long as you don't add or change anything, without your primary physician's consent!

I would love to see a holistic physician, my primary physician is a bit holistic, but she is not what I would consider totally holistic.

I see an Acupuncturist, and that is my only holistic practitioner.

If you go, please keep us updated.