What we do
About
Holistic & Integrative Medicine
“Integrative medicine has a larger meaning and mission, its focus being on health and healing rather than disease and treatment. It views patients as whole people with minds and spirits as well as bodies and includes these dimensions into diagnosis and treatment”
British Medical Journal, January 2001.
Disease or ill health arises as a result of imbalance, either from within the body or due to external factors in the environment such as chemicals, bacteria, viruses, parasites or heavy metals.
Here at Sydney Holistic & Cosmetic Medicine, rather than suppress symptoms, we support the body’s natural healing processes. Using the very best in medical advancements combined with a holistic therapies programme, we’ve helped make a significant difference in the quality of life for those suffering from chronic illnesses or disease.
We understand humans are complex and that our health is impacted by a number of factors.
Therefore, our focus is tailored to the individual addressing their physical, psychological, mental, social and spiritual needs. And combining the best of conventional and natural holistic therapies in order to maximise the body’s natural healing mechanisms.
What we specialise in
Functional Medicine
Functional medicine differs from conventional medicine in that it attempts to alleviate symptoms by identifying their underlying cause.
For example; if you go to the doctor and find out you have high cholesterol, you’ll be given medication to lower it. And you may be expected to take that drug for the rest of your life.
Functional medicine will investigate further into why your cholesterol is high and how to manage it naturally.
Herbal Medicine
A treatment that combines traditional herbalism with modern clinical evidence-based herbal medicine.
Consultations
Initial Consultation
Chris Tsoutis MD ND takes a thorough view of his patients using holistic management of all health issues. Most particularly the management of chronic and complex problems and wellness programs.
The initial consultation usually takes 1 hour. In complex cases, up to 2 hours (approx.). And will include discussing your medical history, previous relevant reports, pathology tests, and any health concerns and goals.
Further pathology tests or screenings may be requested, then discussing your results, including your physical, emotional and mental state to help ascertain the best course of management and treatment.
Follow up – Reassessment consultation
Follow up visits include progress evaluation and program assessment. Screenings are used to check your progress. This could take from 30-60 minutes.
Phone / Skype / FaceTime consult, or email queries
$60 per 15 minutes.
For patients unable to attend the health centre either because of the severity of illness or they live far away.
Parking
Plenty of free parking along Annandale Street.
Bus
470 from Central to Lilyfield.