Madeline Taylor – Medical Herbalist
What is herbal medicine?
Herbal medicine uses the whole part of the plant such as the bark, leaf, flower and root in various forms such as teas, tinctures (alcohol extraction), powders and creams. Herbalists draw on modern research, traditional knowledge and clinical experience to inform herbal practice. Herbal prescriptions are formulated for individuals rather than conditions.
Herbal medicine can be used for a wide range of conditions such as depression, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, period pain, menopause transition, acne, chronic fatigue and more. Herbalists consider other factors such as diet and lifestyle and advise on suitable changes as appropriate.
Initial Full Consultation
Your initial consultation will last between 60 – 90 minutes. Maddy will take your full medical history which will include current and past illnesses, family medical history, diet, medications and a review of bodily systems. Usually, at your first appointment, your pulse and blood pressure will be taken and a tongue diagnosis will take place.
Follow up Consultation
Monthly follow up consultations will last for 30-45 minutes and are essential to monitor your progress, and to amend your prescription if necessary. Maddy will discuss any changes to your health and any challenges you have had with the treatment plan. Your feedback will be used to inform future prescriptions and advice.
Treatment Plan
A holistic assessment will take place and a treatment plan will be custom made for you. This will include herbal medicine and may advise on nutrition and lifestyle changes if necessary. If necessary you will be advised to pursue additional tests, investigations or support via your GP or other private practitioners. Maddy is also able to arrange functional testing if required.
Acute Herbal Medicine Consultation
An acute consultation is a short consultation suitable for acute illness or symptomatic
treatment. For example, you would like medicine for a cough, urinary tract infection
or a period pain mix. This type of consultation is suitable for symptomatic treatment
whereas the full consultation aims to get to the root cause and works holistically.
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