Before your visit
A few things to know.
What happens at a first weight-management consultation?+
Discuss your goals, weight history, current conditions, medications, and previous approaches with Dr. Blanco. The clinician determines what assessment or testing, if any, is appropriate. Review the proposed medical and lifestyle plan, costs, and follow-up before proceeding.
Does medical weight management always include medication?+
No. Medication is considered only when clinically appropriate after an individual evaluation. Dr. Blanco discusses suitable options, alternatives, expected benefits, risks, and monitoring. A specific medicine or result is not guaranteed.
Are weight-management visits, tests, and medication included in monthly membership?+
The published monthly wellness membership provides one choice of a 60-minute massage, a 60-minute facial, or an IV infusion following clinical assessment. Medical weight-management fees, consultations, coaching, laboratory testing, and medication inclusions are confirmed separately before enrollment.
How do I choose a massage or facial?+
Tell the team which confirmed option you would like to discuss and ask about therapist or provider availability. Massage and stretching sessions range from 60 to 90 minutes; facials last 60 minutes. Your preferences, comfort, and suitability are reviewed before the session.
What should I ask before an IV infusion?+
Ask for the proposed ingredients, the clinical assessment required, appointment length, monitoring, price, and aftercare. The provider determines whether the selected infusion is appropriate for you. Discuss future visits based on your individual response and needs.
Are MSC or NAD treatments available through this program?+
No. MSC and NAD-related approaches are research interests only, pending confirmation of products, clinical evidence, safety, providers, and applicable requirements. No active study or treatment offering is announced. Pricing and membership inclusions remain pending.
Can consultations take place by telemedicine?+
Telemedicine may be arranged when appropriate for your needs and permitted for your location. The treating clinician confirms suitability. Some concerns require an in-person visit or referral. Pricing and booking details remain pending.
Can I ask about ADD/ADHD, PTSD, OCD, depression, or anxiety?+
Yes. Contact ARA with a general inquiry about these concerns. A qualified clinical provider must confirm the appropriate assessment, care, or referral. Dr. Vanessia Norvil, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, provides this support. Specific services, appointment arrangements, and pricing remain to be confirmed.
Can I explore support beyond medication alone?+
You can discuss non-medication care preferences with the clinical provider. Suitable treatment options or referrals depend on individual assessment. Coping-skills and lifestyle coaching can support everyday goals and agreed strategies, but do not replace clinical mental-health treatment. Medication decisions stay with the treating clinician.
Who provides behavioral-health, sleep, and stress consultations?+
Dr. Vanessia Norvil, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, provides behavioral health, sleep, and stress support. Patient eligibility, specific services, availability, and pricing will be confirmed before an appointment is offered.
Which services do you offer?+
ARA’s offerings include Swedish massage, sports massage, deep tissue massage, stretching, facials, Botox® and Dysport® injections, laser tattoo removal, body sculpting and cavitation, scar assessment and treatment planning, IV hydration and vitamin infusions, peptide consultations, and an integrated approach to wellness and functional medicine. Massage and stretching sessions range from 60 to 90 minutes, with different therapists available. Ask the team about current availability, suitability, provider qualifications, and any consultation requirements.
How does Medical Weight Management & Metabolic Wellness work?+
Dr. Blanco oversees medical assessment, treatment decisions, and monitoring. Lifestyle coaching supports agreed goals and sustainable routines. GLP-1 medication options are considered only when clinically appropriate following evaluation. Pricing and membership inclusions are pending; consultations, coaching, laboratory testing, and medication should not be assumed to be included.
Which areas can I discuss for Botox or Dysport?+
ARA offers facial treatment planning for frown lines between the brows, forehead lines, and crow’s feet. The provider determines the appropriate product and areas for your individual treatment plan. Dysport treatment for crow’s feet is off-label in the U.S.; your clinician will discuss the proposed use and alternatives. Botox and Dysport units are not interchangeable, and there is no single full-face dose for everyone.
What happens during a peptide consultation?+
Discuss your goals, relevant health history, current medications, supplements, and existing care with the clinical provider. The consultation covers suitability, the evidence and uncertainties around any proposed option, potential risks, alternatives, and possible next steps. Specific peptide products and administration routes will be confirmed with the provider before they are listed.
Does a peptide consultation mean I will receive treatment?+
No. A consultation is an opportunity to ask questions and receive an individual assessment. It does not establish eligibility, authorize a prescription, reserve a treatment, or commit you to proceed. The team confirms consultation pricing and appointment details; any proposed treatment requires a separate clinical discussion.
What does Integrated Wellness & Functional Medicine involve?+
Start with a conversation about your goals, daily routines, health history, and existing care. Topics may include nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and practical lifestyle goals. The qualified clinical provider determines whether medical evaluation, testing, treatment, or referral is appropriate. Coaching supports agreed goals and does not replace medical care.
How do I start an integrated wellness consultation?+
Contact the team with a general inquiry about your goals and preferred appointment options. The team confirms provider assignment, visit length, pricing, and any membership inclusions before booking. Specific tests, supplements, and treatment packages are discussed individually and are not automatically included.
What should I expect from a cavitation massage appointment?+
Start with a consultation about your goals, health history, skin condition, and the area you would like assessed. ARA uses the KIM 8 Slimming System, and sessions last approximately 45 to 60 minutes. The team explains suitable treatment areas, risks, pricing, and aftercare. The treatment plan depends on your assessment; outcomes vary.
Is cavitation body contouring a weight-loss treatment?+
No. Non-invasive body contouring is not intended to produce weight loss or provide the health benefits of weight loss. Not everyone achieves the desired cosmetic effect, results may be temporary, and more than one session may be considered after assessment.
What should I expect from laser tattoo removal?+
Start with a clinical assessment of your tattoo, skin type, medical history, and goals. The provider discusses the proposed Q-switched Nd:YAG laser approach, consent, risks, preparation, aftercare, and follow-up. Multiple sessions may be needed, and complete removal is not guaranteed. Appointment length and pricing depend on the individual treatment plan.
Can scars be completely removed?+
Scar treatment aims to improve appearance, and a scar may remain visible. The provider first assesses the scar type, location, age, skin type, and healing history, then discusses available methods, realistic goals, risks, and aftercare. The appropriate treatment method and number of visits are determined individually.
How do Botox and Dysport appointments work?+
Start with an individual consultation to discuss your goals, medical history, and previous cosmetic treatments. The clinical provider assesses suitability and explains the proposed product, treatment areas, potential benefits, risks, pricing, and aftercare. Botox Cosmetic and Dysport have different product-specific uses and dosing units; the provider selects the treatment plan. Appointment length and follow-up arrangements are confirmed with the team.
What can I expect during a facial?+
Facial sessions last 60 minutes. Hydrating, deep-cleansing, and sensitive-skin options are available, with exfoliation, extractions, masks, and facial massage selected for your skin and appointment. Discuss your skin-care goals and preferences with the team before your session.
How does monthly membership work?+
Monthly membership includes one service each month: a 60-minute massage of your choice, a 60-minute facial, or an IV infusion of your choice. IV infusions require an appropriate clinical assessment. Contact Janell for monthly pricing, appointments, and full membership terms. Expressing interest does not enroll you or authorize a payment.
How do I book an appointment?+
Online booking has not been set up yet. Call ARA or prepare an email inquiry to Janell about availability. Your appointment is confirmed only when the team provides confirmation.
Is a wellness visit part of a clinical study?+
Wellness inquiries and appointments are separate from clinical research participation. They do not enroll you in a study or establish research eligibility.
What should I include in my inquiry?+
Include your name, reply email, and a general question. Do not send medical records, health histories, insurance information, or other sensitive details. The team can arrange an appropriate channel if needed.
