PATIENT GUIDE
What to Expect
Phoenix's Leading Experts in Allergy & Holistic Primary Care

Welcome to Pineapple Health!
What to Expect on Your First Visit to Pineapple Health
We’re excited to welcome you to our practice and look forward to becoming a trusted partner in your journey to optimal health. Your first visit is an essential step in establishing a strong foundation for your healthcare, and we’re here to make sure you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
Whether you’re looking for primary care in Phoenix, holistic doctors in Ahwatukee, or a preventive exam to ensure your ongoing well-being, our team is committed to providing a warm, patient-centered experience.
To help us get to know you better, please bring the following with you:
- Insurance card
- List of current prescriptions and/or over-the-counter medications (including dosage and frequency)
- Information about your medical and surgical history
- Recent test results, X-rays, or any other relevant records
What To Do Before Your Appointment
We want you to feel prepared and confident about your first visit, so here’s what you can do before you arrive:
Complete Your Medical History
We’ll ask you to fill out forms that provide us with important background information on your health history. This helps us create a personalized care plan tailored to your needs.
Download New Patient Form
Please fill out the form online and print your completed copy. Send any questions to:
Review Your Symptoms
Take some time to reflect on any health concerns or symptoms you’ve been experiencing.
Meet Our Doctors
Feel free to familiarize yourself with our team by reviewing the "Meet Our Team" section. This way, you’ll know exactly who will be providing your care.
Are You Covered?
Check to see if your provider is included in our network.
Review Policies
We also ask that you take a moment to review our office policies. This will give you a better understanding of how we operate and what to expect.
What to Expect During Your Visit
When you arrive for your first visit at Pineapple Health, you’ll be greeted by our friendly team. Here’s what you can expect:
- Thorough Health Assessment: Our primary care physicians in Phoenix, especially those focused on holistic and preventive care, will conduct a comprehensive exam. This includes a review of your medical history, current concerns, and any preventive screenings or tests that may be beneficial.
- Personalized Care Discussion: We believe in creating a partnership with our patients. During your visit, we’ll take the time to listen to you, answer your questions, and discuss your health goals. Whether you’re looking for a holistic approach to health or need preventive exams, we’ll ensure that you’re comfortable with your care plan moving forward.
- Holistic and Preventive Focus: Our doctors, including those in Ahwatukee, take a holistic approach to healthcare, focusing not just on treating symptoms, but on understanding and addressing the underlying causes of any health concerns. Your well-being is our top priority, and we want to help you achieve optimal health through prevention and proactive care.
Our Patients
Our practice is centered around you—our patients. We pride ourselves on working with individuals who are looking for more than just a quick fix for symptoms. Instead, they seek a comprehensive, integrative approach that focuses on prevention and whole-body health.
Our patients often believe that:
- Health is more than just the absence of illness—it’s about achieving and maintaining optimal wellness.
- Their healthcare is a partnership with their providers, and they play an active role in their well-being.
- Investing in their health now helps prevent bigger issues down the road.
- A personalized, proactive approach to health is the best way to maintain long-term vitality.
If you’re looking for primary care in Ahwatukee, a more holistic approach to health in Phoenix, or simply want to experience preventive care that treats you as a whole person, you’ve come to the right place.
Is Pineapple Health Right for You?
At Pineapple Health, we are committed to providing care that goes beyond disease management. We aim to empower you to take control of your health and wellness. Our patients are committed to making health a priority and understand the importance of investing in their future well-being.
If you believe in taking an active role in your health, are looking for holistic and integrative care, and want to work with a team that’s dedicated to prevention and wellness, we’d be honored to have you join our Pineapple Health family.
FAQs
What is the theme of Pineapple Health?
In addition to routine primary care services, Pineapple Health focuses on all things anti-inflammatory including cardiometabolic preventive care, cholesterol management, and allergy treatments. (Environmental testing is now included as part of our comprehensive physical.)
What is the professional background of Dr. Chan?
Dr. Chan is a board-certified family physician who had completed advanced preventive medicine training. In particular, Dr. Chan is a Lipidologist (lipid- and cholesterol-related disorders specialist) of which there are only a few in the state of AZ. Among other credentials, Dr. Chan anticipates becoming the first in AZ to achieve simultaneous board certification status in both Integrative Medicine and Lipidology, thus creating the field of Integrative Lipidology.
Does Dr. Chan practice holistic medicine?
As an integrative physician, Dr. Chan does practice holistically. Due to the nature of insurance-based medicine, Dr. Chan only provides basic integrative holistic medical services. Once again, for those who aspire comprehensive integrative care, Dr. Chan recommends joining his Integrative Age Management Medicine practice at Rejenesis. Procedures such as medical acupuncture and intravenous nutrition are not routinely covered by most insurance plans in AZ and are therefore only offered at Rejenesis.
How long is your average wait time, and how much time do you spend with patients?
As a medical practice that focuses on quality, in general our wait time and time spent with patients score better than the national average of 45-minutes wait and 8-minutes visit.
Would my insurance premium be affected if my insurance does pay for those preventive services?
Those companies that pay generally suggest that they are in favor of preventive care. In fact, there is a trend that insurance companies may reward patients as they engage in healthier behavior by becoming more proactive in prevention.
May I address medical issues during the physical?
Certainly. Many patients do choose to combine their physicals with other medical concerns such as prescription refills and/or acute care needs. Besides what are being offered during the physical, any additional problems identified and/or addressed will be billed accordingly.
What about other tests, services, procedures, therapies and medications that I would like to get but are not covered by my insurance plan?
Despite the fact that more insurance companies are embracing a preventive and holistic approach to healthcare, many still consider certain requested items as medically unnecessary or experimental, and thus they will become your responsibility.
Can I just call the office and have you order my labs, review my lab results, refill medications, and even just treat me over the phone?
Even though telemedicine may one day become the standard of care, current medical practice still require you to be seen at the office so we may appropriately bill your insurance.
Why do you have a general 6-month follow-up policy?
Most medications have side effects; many of which require regular laboratory follow-ups, and we do believe that monitoring our patients at least every 6 months would constitute good continuity of care.
How may I gain access to my medical records online?
Although certain EHR companies are granting patients some access to their records, this has not yet been a widely adopted practice in the industry. At this time, we will be glad to provide you with copies of your records upon request.
What is your consent policies?
In AZ, general consent is generally considered to be given when you schedule your appointment. Specific consent is only required when the procedure to be performed is not routine and has specific non-routine risks or potentially harmful side effects.
Who should I contact regarding general billing issues?
Please contact (602) 424-7967 (local) or (877) 845-2969 (long distance) for all billing issues.
How do you handle my complaints?
In general, positive and constructive feedback are helpful and are always welcome; however, negative and destructive comments that are in direct conflict with our Office Policies and/or Financial Policies simply suggest that our practice may not be the right one for you
What if I decide to dispute my bills because I am not happy with the services?
Please understand that we will continue to do our best to provide quality and beyond-the-standard medical care to all our patients; however, our providers and staff are compensated based on time spent and services rendered and cannot necessarily guarantee desired outcomes. Disputes will be handled by our billing service with appropriate legal authorities and collection agencies
Still have a question?
If you have any questions about allergies, treatment options, or anything else, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help and can assist with any inquiries or schedule a consultation with one of our allergy specialists.
Schedule Your First Appointment
We’re excited to welcome you to Pineapple Health and help you on your journey toward better health. If you have any questions or need assistance booking your first exam, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team is here to help you every step of the way!