Herbal Consultation

Introduction: Why Herbal Medicine Needs a Modern Comeback

Herbal medicine is one of the oldest healing systems in the world—and it’s more relevant than ever. At Patients Medical in New York City, we integrate evidence-based herbal therapy with functional diagnostics and conventional medicine to treat chronic health conditions at their root.

Our board-certified doctors and holistic practitioners work together to create custom herbal protocols, aligned with your constitution, lifestyle, and lab data—offering a safe, natural path to healing.

What Is an Herbal Consultation?

An herbal consultation is a comprehensive review of your physical, emotional, and metabolic health by a trained integrative practitioner or physician. Rather than offering over-the-counter herbs, we create a targeted herbal prescription—designed specifically for your symptoms, constitution, and root imbalances.

We Use Herbal Medicine To Support:

Common Symptoms Addressed Through Herbal Care

Patients often seek herbal support when they’re tired of medications or feel dismissed by traditional care. Symptoms we commonly support include:

  • Low energy and brain fog
  • Digestive distress (bloating, constipation, reflux)
  • Hormonal swings or irregular cycles
  • Insomnia or poor-quality sleep
  • Anxiety, mood instability
  • Chronic infections or immune imbalance
  • Skin rashes or recurring breakouts
Common Symptoms Addressed Through Herbal Care
Why Are You Struggling with Symptoms?

Root Causes: Why Are You Struggling with Symptoms?

Our functional herbal consultations focus on why symptoms exist—not just masking them. Common root causes we uncover:

  • Processed diet and nutrient depletion
  • Chronic stress and elevated cortisol
  • Poor detox pathways or liver congestion
  • Leaky gut and microbiome imbalances
  • Environmental toxins or heavy metal load
  • Hormone dysregulation (thyroid, adrenal, estrogen)
  • Mitochondrial or immune dysfunction

By identifying these root issues, we choose herbs that regulate, rebuild, and restore naturally.

Diagnostic Testing We Use with Herbal Consults

Unlike general herbal advice, our consultations are paired with advanced testing when needed:

Stool microbiome & gut integrity testing

Saliva and urine hormone panels

Heavy metal and toxin screenings

Inflammatory markers (CRP, homocysteine)

Food sensitivity testing

Nutritional deficiencies (vitamin & mineral panels)

MTHFR and detox pathway genetics

Cortisol and adrenal rhythm panels

These help us fine-tune herbal prescriptions for precision results.

Integrative Herbal Treatments We Offer

Custom Herbal Prescriptions

Your protocol may include Western, Chinese, or Ayurvedic herbs tailored to your root imbalances.

  • Ashwagandha for stress resilience
  • Milk Thistle for liver support
  • Rhodiola for adrenal function
  • Berberine for blood sugar & gut health
  • Vitex for hormonal balance
  • Skullcap for anxiety and sleep

All are sourced from certified suppliers and prescribed by trained clinicians.

Custom Herbal Prescriptions

Herbal Infusions & Teas

Personalized herbal blends you can take daily as soothing teas or decoctions.

Botanical Tinctures

Highly absorbable, physician-formulated liquid herbs with precise dosing instructions.

Lifestyle & Mind-Body Integration

We complement your herbal care with:

  • Anti-inflammatory nutritional guidance
  • Meditation and stress management
  • Sleep hygiene coaching
  • Detox protocols

 

Combined with Functional Medicine

When needed, we integrate:

  • IV nutrient therapy
  • Bioidentical hormone replacement
  • Gut healing protocols
  • Conventional medications (only when necessary)
Combined with Functional Medicine

Real Case Study: Hannah’s Transformation with Herbal Care

Hannah, 44, came to us with anxiety, poor sleep, digestive issues, and hormonal irregularity. She had tried multiple medications without relief.

After deep case-taking and lab review, we discovered:

  • High cortisol and low DHEA
  • Gut dysbiosis and candida overgrowth
  • Estrogen dominance and low progesterone

Her 3-month herbal plan included:

  • Adaptogenic blend (ashwagandha, rhodiola)
  • Digestive bitters and demulcents
  • Liver-cleansing herbs (milk thistle, dandelion)
  • Hormonal support tincture with Vitex
  • Guided meditation and lifestyle support

By Month 3, her digestion normalized, sleep quality improved, PMS resolved, and anxiety significantly dropped.

Hannah’s Transformation with Herbal Care

Patient Testimonials

Meet Our Doctors

Rashmi Gulati, MD

Medical Director of Patients Medical

Stuart Weg, MD

A holistic pain management physician

Dr. Emine Cosar, MD

Consult Dr. Emine Cosar, MD. For Gynecology

Frequently Asked Questions

We tailor herbs to your body’s needs using both traditional wisdom and modern diagnostics. No guesswork. No one-size-fits-all.

When prescribed correctly by professionals, herbs are very safe and well-tolerated. We also check for medication interactions.

 Yes. We work safely alongside any medications you’re taking and coordinate with your primary care provider.

Yes, we provide high-quality herbs from professional-grade suppliers, including custom formulas.

 Yes, when appropriate. We use advanced labs to understand gut health, hormones, toxins, and more.

Absolutely. Many of our patients have long-standing issues like IBS, autoimmune diseases, anxiety, or fatigue.

 Some patients feel a difference in 1–2 weeks, while deeper healing may take 4–12 weeks depending on the condition.

Yes—but we modify prescriptions specifically for safety. Always let us know if pregnant or nursing.

 Yes, we offer telehealth appointments nationwide, and ship herbs directly to your door.

 We are an out-of-network provider, but offer superbills for reimbursement. Diagnostic labs may be partially covered.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

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Patients Medical PC
1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

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