Your Initial Visit
During your initial anorectal assessment and consultation, our doctors and practitioners conduct a thorough perianal inspection, digital rectal exam (DRE), and anoscope exam to evaluate your condition. Once these essential examinations are completed, you will receive a precise diagnosis, a detailed treatment plan tailored to your unique needs, and a clear estimate of the treatment costs. In many cases, your treatment can begin on the same day.
Intake
We’ll begin your first visit by taking your medical history and asking about any previous hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or other anorectal-related concerns you’ve experienced. The information we gather helps our doctors and practitioners determine the most probable cause of your anorectal concerns.
Examination
Following the medical history intake, we perform a thorough perianal inspection, digital rectal exam (DRE), and anoscope exam to evaluate your condition and detect any hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or anal abscesses. If an anal fistula is suspected, additional examinations will be performed.
Diagnosis
Once these checks have been completed, you will receive a professional diagnosis. The doctor/practitioner will rule out certain conditions and determine which disorders may be related to your anorectal symptoms. In addition to hemorrhoids, the diagnosis may include anal fissures, anal skin tags, anal abscesses, anal fistulas, anal papilla, and anal polyps.
Treatment Plan
The doctor or practitioner will provide a detailed treatment plan for long-term relief of hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or other common anorectal disorders. You can start scheduling your pre-treatment, minor surgical procedure, and post-treatment appointments right away. We schedule the entire treatment plan to allow you ample time to prepare for your appointments and make accommodations that minimize the impact on your work and other responsibilities.
Fees, Admin & Orientation
Once the condition has been fully explained, we will provide you with the necessary administrative information, including pricing based on your unique diagnosis, treatment plan, and clinic policies. Additionally, you will receive or arrange a treatment orientation, which covers preparation for your treatment, post-operative care instructions, home self-care guidelines, and more. After reviewing this information, you may consent to begin treatment.
Immediate Treatment
We will complete the first round of treatment during your initial visit to the clinic. Depending on your condition and the severity of your symptoms, this initial treatment may include naturopathic therapy, minor surgical procedures, suppository administration, or another hemorrhoid treatment aimed at addressing symptoms such as anorectal pain, inflammation, bleeding, and other related symptoms.
Your minor surgical procedure visit
At our Calgary hemorrhoids clinic, we use both minor surgical and non-surgical methods for treating hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and performing other anorectal procedures. Our in-office minor surgery is performed by our doctors and practitioners and takes between 10 to 40 minutes, requiring only a local anesthetic.
Your post-treatment visits
Post-treatment care is an essential part of your overall treatment plan, as it greatly influences your final results. Follow-up visits are recommended based on clinical needs and individual recovery progress. During this time, you will receive dedicated, high-quality care to support your anorectal health.
Your final recheck visit
Once your entire treatment course is complete, you will undergo a final recheck protocol to confirm that the treated area is fully healed and ready for discharge. This final appointment evaluates recovery progress and provide further guidance as needed., allowing our healthcare team to verify the healing and provide you with any final guidance for maintaining optimal anorectal health.