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INTRAVENOUS THERAPY (IV)

RELAX IN OUR LOUNGE-LIKE SETTING AND ENJOY CUSTOMIZED IV VITAMIN THERAPY TO HELP ENHNACE YOUR WELLNESS.

AT THREE TIDES WELLNESS, ALL OF OUR CLIENTS ARE ASSESSED AND TREATED BY A LICENSED NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR AND EACH IV HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE MOST EFFECTIVE SUPPORT.

WHAT IS IV THERAPY?

IV therapy is a safe and gentle treatment that allows essential vitamins and nutrients to be delivered throughout the body while bypassing the digestive tract. This bypass effect lets us achieve therapeutic levels of these nutrients where our bodies need them most to help achieve symptom relief and optimal health. Many patients say they feel invigorated after an IV treatment.

WHAT CAN IV THERAPY TREAT/ SUPPORT?

Energy Support (general wellness, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia)
Immune Function (cold and flu season, pre/post travel)
Skin (acne, aging)
Digestive Support (Chrons, Collitus, IBS)
Hormonal Health (PMS, PMDD, Fertility, thyroid)
Mental Health (stress support, anxiety, burnout, depression)
Athletic Recovery
Migraines
Metabolic Health (weight loss, thyroid Conditions)

HOW TO BOOK IV THERAPY

Current patients can select the IV bag recommended by their Naturopathic Doctor and find a time slot online.
New patients seeking IV treatment only are asked to please book the IV Therapy Initial Visit - Virtual Only (30 Minutes, $165) - This visit is required prior to booking your IV treatment. This quick assessment allows your Naturopathic Doctor to ensure you are a candidate for IV therapy and help you choose the right formulation to support your health goals. This visit can be claimed under your Naturopathic benefit package.
- ***Please note that blood work may be required for you to received IV treatment. If so your Naturopathic Doctor will provide a requisition at your initial appointment.
- For those looking for full Naturopathic Scope of Support please book a Naturopathic Initial Appointment and IV Therapy can be initiated after this visit

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NEW OFFERERING

Iron IV Therapy

What to Expect at Our Clinic

Iron deficiency can impact energy, mood, hair, exercise tolerance, focus, and overall quality of life. When oral iron is not tolerated or hasn’t worked, IV iron may be a safe and effective option.

When Is IV Iron Recommended?

IV iron may be appropriate if:

Ferritin is low (generally <30 mcg/L, or low relative to inflammation)
You have iron deficiency anemia
Oral iron has failed after 3+ months
You cannot tolerate oral iron
You have poor absorption (celiac, IBD, post-bariatric surgery)
You have ongoing iron loss (e.g., heavy menstrual bleeding)
Symptoms are significantly affecting daily life
You require iron repletion before surgery

Pregnancy (after first trimester) with iron deficiency

Iron deficiency can result in:

fatigue
hair loss
anxiety
dizziness
restless legs
feeling cold all the time
exercise intolerance

And if you’ve ever been told you have an iron deficiency and to take the supplement… you might know what a dirty trick that can feel like. Hello constipation, stomach cramps, and nausea (for some of us). But we suffer through it because the side effects are better than the symptoms. This is because we only are able to absorb 10-30% of oral iron.

If this story sounds familiar you might be a candidate for Iron IV. One IV bag can often replenish your stores, improve symptoms, and replace the need for oral supplements in just over an hour.

How to get started!

Step 1: Lab Work & Assessment

Meeting with Naturopathic Doctor

30 Minute IV Initial Consult of you are only interested in Iron IV and not comprehensive Naturopathic Care
1 Hour Initial Naturopathic Visit if you wish to access comprehensive care (includes: nutrition counselling, supplement prescription, hormone therapy, exercise prescription, and lifestyle counselling)

Before treatment, we require lab work that has been done in the last 3 months:

CBC
Ferritin
Inflammatory marker (ESR or CRP)
Kidney function
Transferrin saturation

This may be ordered by the ND at your first meeting or sent to us before your visit if you have had this completed by another healthcare professional. Blood work ordered by our ND is not OHIP covered but may be eligible for submission to your insurance.

Step 2: Prescription Process

IV iron requires a prescription.

Your ND completes your assessment, and then refers your case (with your consent) to our collaborating Nurse Practitioner (NP):

Our NP:

Reviews your case
Writes the prescription (if appropriate).
Provides follow-up lab requisition for 4–6 weeks post-treatment

You will pick up the iron from your pharmacy and bring it to your IV appointment.

Step 3: Your IV Appointment

Before infusion

Review and sign consent
Vitals checked

During infusion

Iron is diluted in saline and given slowly
Rate starts low and increases gradually
You are monitored throughout
Infusions typically take 30–90 minutes depending on dose.

After Your Infusion

Monitored for 15 minutes post-treatment
Complete your bloodwork 4–6 weeks later (req is given by our NP- there is generally no additional cost for this)
Follow up with your ND after the lab work, who then reviews results and determines if additional treatment is needed
We continue addressing the root cause of iron deficiency with Naturopathic Care

Possible Side Effects

Most people tolerate IV iron well.

Common (usually mild):

Headache
Flushing
Metallic taste
Mild aches or fatigue

Rare:

Allergic reaction
Breathing difficulty
Iron tattoo

Our team is trained and equipped to manage reactions if they occur.

Cost Associated

Naturopathic Initial Visit (if you would like comprehensive care) $375 OR IV Initial Appointment (IV only) $165 (this can usually be claimed under Naturopathic Medicine through extended insurance plans)
- Blood work through the ND (if not already complete in the last 3 months from another provider is approximately $150-200 and may be eligible to submit through insurance).
$100 Referral/ Delegation Fee for our NP to review your chart and prescribe Iron if appropriate
- Your follow up lab work is included in this fee and is usually free of charge
Iron Prescription can range from $300-$600 but this is most often covered by your drug plan. You may wish to call them in advance and inquire if they cover “Monoferric or Venofer Iron” if prescribed by an NP. Most plans do cover this.
Iron IV Appointment Fee $160 (can be claimed to most insurance plans) + Iron IV Supply Fee $50 (not usually claimable to insurance)
Follow up appointments with the ND as required (30 minutes - $165). If you are being followed by another provider this may not be required.