Appointment time. Choose a provider who will spend enough time with you so that he or she can gain a full understanding of your needs.
Are the right questions being asked? In order to understand you as a whole person and not just a disease, be prepared to answer lots of questions, including questions about your diet, exercise, sleep habits, how you feel emotionally, your religious beliefs and practices, close relationships, and more.
Treatment options. When determining a treatment approach, does the wellness plan go beyond pills? Make sure the practitioner examines all lifestyle factors, along with medical factors that could be contributing to your illness.
American Holistic Medical Association: "Frequently Asked Questions;" "How to Choose a Holistic Physician/Practitioner;" Principles of Holistic Medicine;" "Holistic Medicine;" and "Comparing Holistic and Conventional Medicine."
American Cancer Society: "Holistic Medicine."