◆ THE JOURNEY · STEP 01 OF 03

Most patients leave their first cardiology visit with more questions than answers. We change that.

Your Step 1 Explore visit is where your HHC journey begins. In a private physician consultation with Dr. Druz, we review your complete medical history, prior test results, current medications and supplements, and nutritional patterns — then map your personalized cardiovascular risk profile. Most patients complete a HeartWell Toolkit at-home blood and genetic test before this visit so that Dr. Druz can review your results in real time and build your care plan around actual data from day one.

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The integrative cardiology journey
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Explore
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Your Step 1 Explore visit is where your HHC journey begins. In a private physician consultation with Dr. Druz, we review your complete medical history, prior test results, current medications and supplements, and nutritional patterns — then map your personalized cardiovascular risk profile.

Most patients complete a HeartWell Toolkit at-home blood and genetic test before this visit so that Dr. Druz can review your results in real time and build your care plan around actual data from day one.

Your first step is a real consultation — not an intake form

At Holistic Heart Centers, your first step isn't a 10-minute intake form — it's a thorough physician consultation designed to give both you and Dr. Druz a complete picture of where your cardiovascular health stands and why. We review your entire medical history, family history, prior cardiac tests and imaging, current medications and supplements, and your nutritional patterns — all in one focused, personalized visit.

We strongly recommend completing a HeartWell Toolkit at-home test before your Step 1 visit. These at-home blood and genetic kits — using a simple fingerstick sample and saliva collection — give us advanced lipid profiles, inflammatory markers, metabolic indicators, and genetic risk factors before your consultation begins. When the data is ready when you walk in, Dr. Druz can review your results in real time and build your care plan around actual numbers from day one.

What's included

  • Detailed medical and family history intake
  • Review of all prior cardiac tests, imaging reports, and laboratory results
  • Medication and supplement review with clinical context
  • Nutritional assessment and lifestyle review
  • Personalized cardiovascular risk profile based on your specific history and data
  • HeartWell Toolkit results review in real time (when completed before the visit)
  • Written care plan with specific next-step recommendations
  • Recommendation for the Fit in Your GENES® program tier most appropriate for your situation

What to expect

FormatStep 1 is a virtual visit. You can add a HeartWell Toolkit or Foundational genetic testing to have more data prior to your assessment.
PreparationComplete HeartWell Toolkit testing in advance if possible. Bring prior blood work, a list of current medications and supplements, any cardiac imaging or stress test reports, and your family cardiac history.
What you receiveA written care plan with specific next-step recommendations — including which testing is most appropriate for your profile and which Fit in Your GENES® program fits your needs. Our program enrollments are typically from 90 days to 12 months, followed by a membership.
No referral requiredWe accept self-referred patients. No referral from another physician is needed.
InsuranceHHC is a cash-pay practice. A superbill is provided after each visit for out-of-network or FSA/HSA reimbursement submission.
WHAT COMES NEXT

What comes next

After your Step 1 consultation, your care plan will outline whether Step 2: Deep-Dive diagnostic testing is recommended — and which specific tests are most relevant for your profile. Most patients move into advanced laboratory testing and targeted cardiac imaging. Some patients move directly to Step 3: Engage if their history and prior testing already provide sufficient data.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Step 1, answered.

01Do I need a referral to book a Step 1 visit?+
No referral is required. Dr. Druz accepts self-referred patients directly. You can schedule your Step 1 visit online through this page or by calling or texting 877-511-5166.
02Does insurance cover the Step 1 visit?+
HHC does not accept insurance directly. We provide a detailed superbill after each visit for out-of-network reimbursement submission. HeartWell Toolkit testing and physician services are often eligible for FSA and HSA reimbursement — check with your plan.
03What should I bring or prepare?+
We recommend completing a HeartWell Toolkit at-home test before your visit so Dr. Druz can review your results in real time. Also helpful: any prior blood work, a list of current medications and supplements, cardiac imaging or stress test reports, and your family cardiac history.
04Is this visit virtual or in person?+
The Step 1 visit is available virtually via telehealth. We'll confirm the details when you book.
05How is this different from an annual physical?+
A standard annual physical checks a limited set of basic vital signs and labs — designed to detect disease that's already present. Your Step 1 Explore visit is a deep, focused cardiovascular evaluation that integrates your complete history, prior testing, medications, supplements, nutrition, and HeartWell Toolkit data to build a personalized risk profile and care plan. It takes far more time and produces far more actionable information.

Book Your Step 1: Explore Visit