New Patient Pathway - Empowered Brain Program 

Starting the Empowered Brain Program is a two-step process.

We are dedicated to working hand in hand with our patients and their family members / caregivers to ensure the greatest successes possible. For that reason, we offer a complimentary discovery video call to meet you, understand your health circumstances and explain how the Empowered Brain Program may apply to your individual situation and goals.

All appointments are performed remotely through secure telehealth video sessions, allowing individuals and caregivers to participate from home.

• 20 minute complimentary video call with Dr. Pine.
• Time to discuss your general health and cognitive health history, concerns and goals.
• Understand the structure, expectations and commitment involved in the Empowered Brain Program.
• Opportunity for general questions and discussion.
• Determine if the Empowered Brain Program aligns with your individual needs and family circumstances.

The initial consultation is designed to develop a clear picture of your general health and cognitive health status. It also serves to get to know you as a person - your interests, passions, needs - your story. This allows us to structure therapeutic care in the most individualized and effective way possible.

The consultation may include: 

• Health history review with both the individual and accompanying family member / caregiver as appropriate.
• Examination and assessments 
  • Neurocognitive testing (CNS Vital Signs)
  • Neurological and orthopedic assessments 
  • Arrangement for additional diagnostic testing such as MRI, X-ray or blood testing as appropriate.
• Initial Report of Findings - discussing assessment outcomes, cognitive trajectory and program expectations. 
• Development of cognitive health goals and initial Empowered Brain Program structure.
• Initial telehealth care schedule and home rehabilitation routines.

If proceeding with care, any recommended home-based neurorehabilitation equipment and nutritional support resources are arranged and shipped directly to your home.

The cost of the Initial Consult is deducted from total program tuition upon commencement of care.

Care Planning Consultation

1 hour consultation - included in Initial Consult fee 

While the Initial Consult focuses primarily on assessment and initial findings, the Care Planning Consultation serves as the Road Map — focused on ensuring you and your family member / caregiver have a clear understanding of the therapeutic direction, structure and expectations moving forward. This includes review of assessment findings, schedule of care, home rehabilitation structure, nutritional planning, and therapeutic priorities for the initial phase of care.

The consultation may include:

• Review of Findings for all assessments performed.
• Discussion of the individual’s current health situation, cognitive trajectory, and therapeutic approach.
• Goals and objectives timeline for the initial 3 months of care.
• Nutritional and lifestyle planning, including meal guidance and recommended nutritional support strategies.
• Home rehabilitation routines and telehealth care structure.
• Initiation of the clinical treatment plan

Ongoing Therapy Consultations

20 minute consultations - included within program tuition

• Weekly appointments - Appointment frequency varies depending on individual needs and stage of care.
• Therapeutic sessions may include Functional Neurology, brain-based rehabilitation, balance, mobility and strength rehabilitation, Functional Medicine, Clinical Nutrition strategies, and other individualized therapeutic interventions. Care is continuously adapted based on current status, assessment findings, and changes in functional performance over time.
• Sessions also include family member / caregiver guidance and support, as well as ongoing discussion regarding patient progress, expectations, successes, and obstacle management.