Claire Dickinson - BSc (Phytotherapy) M.C.P.P.
Claire graduated as a Medical Herbalist in April 2002. During her four years of studying herbal medicine, Claire worked in Napiers Dispensary at Bristo Place. She has being practicing as a herbalist at the Bristo Place branch since graduating and has being running the 'Digestive Clinic' since 2004. Although Claire enjoys treating a wide variety of health conditions, she has a particular interest in disorders of the digestive system. An initial appointment involves taking a detailed medical history, along with details of the presenting problem; this usually takes about 50 minutes, at the end of which a herbal prescription will be supplied. A follow up appointment takes place about 4 weeks later, at which Claire will review the problem and spend time with the patient looking at their 'diet diary'. Supplements may be given or tests ordered at this time if appropriate. The progression of treatment is then variable, depending on the particular patient and disease. Typically, Claire will review with patients every 3 months until the end of treatment. Digestive disorders which can be helped with herbal medicine include IBS, constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, acidity, ulcers, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis, gallstones and liver disease. If you have a digestive problem and are considering an appointment with Claire but aren't sure if herbal treatment is suitable for you, please call Bristo Place reception on 0131 225 5542, leaving your details and Claire will call you for a chat. Claire has teamed up with IWDL, ARL and York Test Laboratories, and via these organizations is able to offer a wide variety of tests to her patients. Please call the Napiers Bristo Place clinic on 0131 225 5542 to book an appointment or for more information. www.napiers.net |