"Ask Darline!"

This service provides quick responses to medical questions. It is not intended to replace the advice of your physician, but to explain why he/she may have chosen a particular medication or treatment over another, active properties of medications, overviews of disease states and typical treatments given, and help obtaining referrals to specialists (Limited Areas, call for specifics).

You might wonder, "Why can't I just ask my doctor?" You most certainly can and that should always be your first point of contact! But if you want an additional perspective or additional information, you can "Ask Darline!"

If you feel overwhelmed by all the information on the Internet and can't discern what's pertinent and what isn't, "Ask Darline!"

Appropriate Questions for this service are:

My husband is on a new blood pressure medication. What, if any, side effects should we be aware of?

My sister has been recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. What is this? How did she get it? How is it treated? Will I get it?
I am considering consulting with an acupuncturist. What should I look for in a practitioner?

The fees for this service are the following:

If it's a question I can answer in 5 minutes or less, there is no charge.

Up to 15 minutes: $25.
30 minutes: $49.
45 minutes: $75.

Fees are based on $1.66 per minute. For answers requiring more than 45 minutes, please make an appointment for a consultation at which time we can better assess your needs and provide more personalized service. Calls and e-mails will be answered as promptly as possible, and always within one business day. To "Ask Darline!" call (512) 288-0827 or e-mail Darline@nextstepfitness.com