If you do not receive the forms or need assistance completing them, contact the office before your visit at (770) 599-7139.
Dr. McDowell asks what brought you to the office, when the concern began, how it affects daily activities, and what you hope to understand or improve.
Discuss medical conditions, medications, prior injuries, surgeries, pregnancy when relevant, and previous chiropractic or other treatment. Complete information helps the doctor identify risk factors and decide whether referral is needed.
The examination may include movement, posture, joint, muscle, neurological, or other assessments related to the concern.
Imaging is not automatically necessary for every patient. If it is recommended, ask why, where it will be performed, what it may show, how it will affect the care decision, and what it will cost.
Dr. McDowell explains whether chiropractic care may be appropriate. A responsible recommendation includes the proposed technique, expected benefits and limitations, possible risks, alternatives, visit schedule, reassessment point, and anticipated cost.
Some patients may receive care at the first appointment, while others may need imaging, further review, or referral. The clinic must confirm its actual policy rather than promise a same-day adjustment.
This health-insurance information does not apply to auto-accident billing. Auto-insurance billing and lien policies are handled separately — call our office to discuss your specific situation.
Contact the Roswell office to confirm current policies, hours, parking, and directions.
The length depends on the history, examination, and discussion required. Call the office for a time estimate before you schedule.
No. Do not start, stop, or change any medication because of website information. Discuss medication questions with the prescribing healthcare professional.
Not every patient needs imaging. The decision should depend on the history, examination, clinical guidelines, and whether imaging is likely to change management.
A support person may be helpful, but privacy, space, and consent requirements may apply. Call the office to confirm.
McDowell Chiropractic does not currently charge a cancellation or no-show fee. Call or text (770) 599-7139 as soon as possible. Repeated missed appointments or repeated late cancellations may result in dismissal from the practice.
After your appointment is scheduled, the office sends your intake forms electronically through its electronic health record system. Complete them electronically and the information transfers directly into the clinic's EHR. Contact the office before your visit if you do not receive the forms or need help completing them.
Patients are invited to call the office in advance about accessibility accommodations.
