Yes — a referral from a licensed physician or naturopathic doctor (ND) is required.
If you don’t have one, you can book a 15-minute Iron Consultation at our clinic to determine eligibility and get started right away.

If your practitioner isn’t licensed to refer, or if you’re reaching out directly, our client care team can arrange a short consultation with one of our NDs to review your case.

We offer two high-quality options:

• Monoferric®: Typically a single treatment is enough to restore iron levels.

• Venofer® (Iron Sucrose): Commonly used for pregnant or underweight patients and may require a series of 5 infusions over several weeks.escription

Monoferric: Approximately 2 hours for a full dose (1.5 hours for half), including monitoring time.

Venofer: About 1 hour per session.
Iron is infused slowly, with vital signs checked regularly to ensure comfort and safety.escription

Option 1 – Pay Out-of-Pocket
There are two components to the cost of an iron infusion:

1. The cost of the iron medication itself, which depends on the formulation used.

2. An administration fee, which may be eligible under naturopathic benefits through your extended health plan.

Option 2 – Use Extended Health Coverage
If your drug plan includes prescription coverage, we can coordinate directly with the pharmacy to confirm eligibility. Once approved, the iron will be shipped to our clinic, and you’ll only be responsible for the administration portion at the time of your visdescription

Yes. Infusions are well tolerated and performed under medical supervision.
Mild side effects like a metallic taste, warmth, or temporary fatigue can occur. Serious reactions are rare — our team takes extra precautions by infusing slowly and monitoring throughout your visit.

Many people notice improved energy within a week, while others experience gradual improvement over 4–6 weeks as iron stores rebuild. Most report feeling stronger, clearer, and more energized over time.

• Confirm your insurance coverage prior to your visit

• Eat and hydrate well beforehand

• Plan to spend up to two hours at the clinic for treatment and observation