Infusion Therapy › Iron therapy
Tired of being tired?
Low iron is one of the most common reasons people feel drained, foggy and cold. When tablets have not worked, an iron infusion course restores your iron over three visits, with a physician reviewing your bloodwork first.
Physician-led. Nurse-administered. Thornhill, Tue, Sat and Sun.
3 visits, about 90 minutes eachBloodwork on siteCare in English and Tiếng Việt
Is this you?
Low iron hides in everyday feelings.
Tap what sounds familiar. Three or more is a good reason to check your ferritin. A blood test is the only way to know.
Often the people we see.
Heavy periodsThe most common cause of low iron in women under 50.
Pregnancy and afterIron needs rise sharply, and tablets are often hard to tolerate.
Plant-based or restricted dietsLess absorbable iron from food over time.
Gut conditions or surgeryCeliac, IBD, bariatric surgery or long-term antacids can block absorption.
Three steps. One good afternoon.
Start with step one1OHIP-insured
Assessment and bloodworkA short visit with our physician and a blood draw on site. If you already have recent results, bring them and skip the wait.2Same week
Your planIf your ferritin is low and tablets are not right for you, the physician chooses the iron and dose. We book your infusion, often within days.33 visits, 90 min each
The infusionsA nurse places a small IV and you relax in a lounge chair while 500 mg runs in. We observe you for 30 minutes after, then you go back to your day. Repeat one to two weeks later until the course is done.
The visit
Bring a book. We handle the rest.
- Eat normally and drink water beforehand. No fasting.
- Wear a top with sleeves that roll up. Bring a book, headphones or a laptop.
- A nurse checks your vitals, places the IV and stays close throughout.
- Repeat bloodwork 4 to 8 weeks later shows how your levels responded.
What it costs, plainly.
Your assessment and bloodwork are OHIP-insured. The infusion visit is not. Prices include HST.Bring your own ironAdministration only
$250We write the prescription, you fill it at your pharmacy and bring it in. Most private drug plans cover the iron. We supply the nursing, supplies and monitoring.Per visit, HST includedClinic suppliedMonoferric (ferric derisomaltose)
$550500 mg per visit, iron, nursing and monitoring in one price. A full course is 3 visits, usually one to two weeks apart.Per visit, HST included. Course of 3: $1,650Covered by OHIPPhysician assessment and bloodwork
$0The visit that confirms iron deficiency and the follow-up bloodwork are insured. Only the infusion visits are a fee.Ontario health card requiredQuick answers.
Anything else, ask at your assessment.
No. Book an iron assessment directly. If you have a referral or recent bloodwork from another doctor, bring it and we will use it.
