Your Discovery Visit: what to expect
Everything you need for your visit with Dr. Scott Kirchner, D.C., at our Dana Point office. It takes about 3 minutes to read.
Where and when
Your visit time is in your confirmation.
Monarch Bay Chiropractic, 32840 Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite L, Dana Point, CA 92629
We're in Monarch Bay Plaza at the end of Crown Valley Parkway at Pacific Coast Highway, near Salt Creek Grille and Gelson's.
On the day of your visit, if you need help with parking or directions, call the front desk at (949) 661-9777.
Before you come
- Plan to arrive about 10 minutes early.
- Bring a photo ID, your medication list, any recent labs or imaging, and the shoes you wear most.
- For a neuropathy visit: wear socks and shoes that are easy to take off.
- For a knee visit: wear shorts, or loose pants that roll up above the knee.
- We highly encourage you to bring the person who helps you with your health decisions, such as a spouse, family member or close friend.
What happens at your visit
About 75 minutes, from start to finish.
1. A conversation
Dr. Scott Kirchner, D.C., goes over your history, your symptoms and your goals.
2. Testing
For neuropathy: gentle sensation tests (monofilament, tuning fork, pinwheel, hot and cold) and simple balance checks. For knees: a hands-on exam of the knee.
3. Your results, the same day
We explain what we found in plain language.
4. Your options
If the program is a good fit, we'll talk about next steps together. If it isn't a fit, we'll tell you and point you to the right next step.
No pressure and no obligation. You decide what's right for you.
Questions
How long is the visit?
Does the testing hurt?
Do I stop my medications before the visit?
Can I bring someone with me?
I need to change my time. What should I do?
Please don't send health details by email or text. We'll go over everything with you in person.