How to Prepare for Your First Regenerative Medicine Appointment in NYC: A Practical Patient Guide

Booking your first appointment at Regen Health Physicians NYC is a meaningful step toward addressing a health concern through a regenerative lens. Like any specialized medical consultation, a little preparation goes a long way toward making the visit productive—and toward leaving with clarity on a path forward.

Here's our practical guide for first-time patients.

Before Your Appointment: What to Gather

Your Medical Records

The single most useful thing you can bring is your medical history. This includes:

• Relevant imaging: MRI, X-ray, or ultrasound reports (especially for joint, orthopedic, or hair concerns). Even if the study is from years ago, it provides valuable baseline context.
• Recent lab work: Bloodwork from your primary care physician or specialist within the past 12 months. If you've had hormone panels, thyroid function, CBC, metabolic panel, or inflammatory markers run, bring those.
• Current medications and supplements: A complete list, including dosages and when you started each.
• Prior treatment history: What you've tried for your condition, how long, and what happened.

Your Questions

You will have time with Dr. Dhaliwal to ask questions. Make a short list of what matters most to you:

• What are the realistic outcomes I can expect?
• How many treatments will I likely need?
• What does the evidence say for my specific condition?
• What is the cost and timeline?

Write these down in advance—it's easy to forget questions once you're in the room.

What Happens During the Consultation

History and Goals

Dr. Dhaliwal will begin by understanding your history and your goals. This isn't just about your diagnosis—it's about what's actually bothering you, how it's affecting your life, and what you're hoping to achieve. Be specific: "I want to run a 10K again" is more useful than "I want less knee pain."

Physical Exam and Review

Depending on your concern, there may be a physical exam, a review of your imaging, or a trichoscopy evaluation (for hair concerns). We evaluate the clinical picture holistically, not just the isolated complaint.

Education on Options

Rather than a single prescription, Dr. Dhaliwal will explain the evidence base for applicable regenerative options:

• For joint or orthopedic concerns: PRP injections, Muse stem cell therapy, or amniotic allografts
• For hair loss: PRP scalp treatment, DHT management, nutritional optimization
• For aesthetic concerns: Microneedling with PRP, peptide-based skin support
• For systemic concerns: Hormone optimization, peptide therapy, integrative approaches

You will receive honest information about what the evidence shows, what limitations exist, and what the realistic expectations are for your situation.

Treatment Planning

If you're a good candidate for treatment, we'll discuss the protocol: number of sessions, spacing, what to expect at each stage, and how we'll measure progress. We don't push unnecessary treatments—if your condition is better addressed elsewhere, we'll tell you.

What to Do in the 24-48 Hours Before a PRP Procedure

If your appointment includes or is followed by a PRP injection (some patients proceed to treatment at their first or second visit), here's how to prepare:

• Stay well hydrated: Adequate hydration improves blood volume and PRP quality
• Avoid NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) for 5-7 days before: These reduce platelet function and blunt the regenerative response
• Avoid alcohol for 48 hours: Similarly reduces platelet activity
• Eat a light meal before your appointment: PRP requires a blood draw; feeling well-nourished reduces lightheadedness
• Wear comfortable clothing: Especially for joint or orthopedic appointments

After Your Consultation

You'll leave with a clear written summary of recommendations and next steps. We encourage you to take time to review the information, ask any follow-up questions, and make a decision when you feel ready. There is never pressure to commit to treatment at your first appointment.

Our office is available to answer follow-up questions via phone or email before you decide.

To begin, book your consultation at RHPNY. We serve patients across New York City and beyond—with a second location in Salt Lake City for patients in the western United States.

Learn more about our practice and Dr. Dhaliwal's philosophy on our about page.