How Our Care Actually Works
The Process
Five steps to better health
Our care model is built around understanding you fully before recommending anything. Here is what every patient goes through.
“We do not offer generalised, rushed consultations. Every patient receives a personalised care plan developed through a detailed assessment, goal-setting, and frequent follow-ups.”
Your care timeline
A closer look at what each stage of your care involves, from first contact to long-term management.
Initial Contact and Booking
You reach out by phone at (347) 222-9107 or through our online booking system. Our team confirms your appointment, collects your insurance details, and sends intake paperwork ahead of time so your first visit is as productive as possible. Same-day availability is offered for urgent primary care needs.
Full Health History and Assessment
Dr. Fest reviews your medical background, current medications, family history, lifestyle habits, and any prior diagnoses or treatment attempts. This is not a rushed appointment. We dedicate the time needed to truly understand where you are starting from before forming any clinical opinion.
Advanced Lab Testing and Root Cause Investigation
Where clinically indicated, Dr. Fest orders targeted lab panels to assess hormonal, metabolic, nutritional, and immune markers. Functional medicine testing looks beyond standard reference ranges to identify patterns and imbalances that may be driving your symptoms at a root level.
Personalised Treatment Plan Development
Dr. Fest synthesises all assessment and lab data into a fully individualised plan. This outlines which services, therapies, or interventions are most appropriate for your situation, with clear explanations of why each recommendation is being made and what outcomes to expect.
Treatment, Follow-Up, and Long-Term Management
Treatment begins according to your plan, with regular follow-up appointments to track your progress, review updated labs, and adjust the approach as your health responds and evolves. We build long-term relationships with our patients and remain an active partner in your ongoing health management, not just a one-time consultation.
Quick answers before you call
Everything you need to know before booking your first appointment with Dr. Marina Fest.
No referral is required. You can contact our office directly to schedule a new patient appointment for primary care, functional medicine, or any of our specialised wellness services.
We accept most major insurance plans for primary care. Functional medicine consultations and specialised testing may be covered differently. Our staff will walk you through your specific benefits before your visit.
We offer morning, afternoon, and select evening slots. Same-day appointments are available for urgent primary care needs, subject to availability. Call us or book online to find the earliest opening.
Yes. Our New York practice serves adults and teenagers aged 14 and older. Adolescent patients receive the same level of thorough, age-appropriate care as all other patients.
Established patients can access select services via telemedicine. Contact our office to find out which services are available virtually and how to set up your telehealth visit.
Our team manages the transfer process. You will sign a release form and we will coordinate directly with your former provider to obtain everything we need ahead of your appointment.
Still have questions? We are happy to help before you commit to anything.
(347) 222-9107