All consultations are by appointment. I can offer telephone and E mail consultations though it is always preferable to have the initial consultation face to face.

Your initial consultation can take up to two hours and includes taking a full medical history. I look at the current complaint that has brought you to me as well as your past medical history, diet and lifestyle.

I will also take your blood pressure and pulse and look at your irises.

As each person is unique, my aim is to build up as full a picture as possible. I then dispense medicines and will give advice on diet and lifestyle.

At each stage you are invited to be a part of the whole process. You are expert on your body and will also have questions to ask me.

Follow up consultations last about 45 minutes, are usually monthly, and are aimed at checking your response to the herbs and your progress. As your condition changes and improves so your body's requirements will alter and this will be reflected in your medicine.

It may be necessary for me to refer you back to your GP for tests and investigations. I may also refer you to other health care professionals if appropriate.

If you wish to have a telephone or email consultation I will send you a health questionnaire to complete beforehand.