For Patients
Preparation Checklist
Before your appointment, please gather:
- All medical records going back as far as possible, organized chronologically
- Laboratory results from all previous testing (blood work, hormone panels, etc.)
- Brain scans (MRI, CT, qEEG) if you have them
- Growth charts (for children and adolescents)
- Medication history including current and past prescriptions, supplements
- Family medical history with focus on psychiatric and neurological conditions
Medical Records Organization
Organize your records chronologically to help Dr. Hedaya identify patterns and progression over time. Include:
- Hospital discharge summaries
- Specialist consultation notes
- Emergency room visits
- Therapy notes (if available)
- Any genetic testing results
What to Expect
Your First Visit Experience
Dr. Hedaya’s consultation process is thorough and time-intensive, typically lasting 3.5 to 4.5 hours. This focused approach is how Dr. Hedaya finds answers to complex medical problems that others have missed.
During Your Comprehensive Evaluation:
- Detailed History Taking: Dr. Hedaya will spend extensive time understanding your medical history, psychology, symptoms, and goals for your future
- Physical Examination: Partial physical exam focusing on relevant systems
- Records Review: Comprehensive analysis of all your previous medical records and lab data
- Functional Medicine Assessment: Evaluation of over 6,000 data points including hormones, immunity, infections, toxins, nutrition, GI function, and vascular health
- qEEG Brain Assessment: Analysis of brain networks and connectivity patterns
- Collateral Interview: Discussion with a trusted family member or friend who knows you well (brings extra perspective and serves as additional “set of ears”)
Evaluation Process Steps:
- Pre-visit Preparation: Complete detailed forms and organize medical records
- Initial Assessment: Comprehensive history and examination with Dr. Hedaya
- Testing Phase: Laboratory work, genetic analysis, and brain mapping as indicated
- Data Integration: Dr. Hedaya synthesizes all information to identify root causes
- Treatment Planning: Development of personalized protocol based on findings
- Follow-up Scheduling: Next appointment booked before you leave
Timeline Expectations
- Initial Consultation: 3.5-4.5 hours
- Laboratory Results: 1-2 weeks for most tests
- Follow-up Visit: Typically scheduled 2-4 weeks after initial visit
- Treatment Implementation: Begins immediately with initial recommendations
- Progress Monitoring: Ongoing with regular check-ins and lab monitoring
Family Involvement
We encourage bringing a trusted family member or friend to your appointment. They can:
- Provide additional medical history details
- Help remember important information discussed
- Offer support during the evaluation process
- Assist with treatment implementation at home