FOR REFERRING HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS

Thank you for your trust in caring for your patient

Bloom Institute welcomes referrals for specialized mental health, metabolic health, and integrative medical services, including psychedelic-assisted therapy. Explore our referral pathways and connect your patient with the appropriate Bloom clinician or program.

Mental Health and Insomnia Clinic

Dr. Caroline Trieman (Family Medicine) is accepting referrals from physicians and nurse practitioners for adult patients (≥18 years) with the following:

Adult ADHD assessment and management
Anxiety, depression, or difficulty coping with stress/burnout
Insomnia and sleep-related concerns
Midlife cognitive complaints (e.g., brain fog, reduced focus/processing speed, memory concerns)

AHS-covered service. A referral letter with patient information and relevant investigations is sufficient.

Required investigations prior to referral: CBC, ferritin, Vit B12, TSH, HbA1c, Cr/eGFR, ALT, AST, electrolytes, calcium, and albumin. ECG only if there is a history of cardiac pathology, family history of sudden cardiac death <50 years old, significant hypertension, history of arrhythmia, or history of chest pain.

Referrals can be faxed directly to Bloom Institute of Mental Health & Wellness: (403) 948-3353

Bone Health Clinic

Dr. Eric Campbell (Internal Medicine) is accepting referrals from physicians and nurse practitioners. AHS-covered service. A referral letter with patient information and relevant investigations is sufficient.

Helpful investigations prior to referral:

Osteoporosis: BMD (if available), lateral T/L spine X-ray, CBC, creatinine, calcium, albumin, phosphate, PTH, TSH, SPEP, 25-OH vitamin D, fasting serum CTX, celiac screen (if indicated)
Osteoarthritis: X-ray of affected joint(s)
Referrals can be faxed directly to Bloom Institute of Mental Health & Wellness: (403) 948-3353

Metabolic Health Clinic

Services Offered

  • Comprehensive assessment of weight, metabolic function, and related comorbidities

  • Management of dyslipidemia, hypertension, and insulin resistance

  • Initiation and optimization of pharmacotherapy, including GLP-1 agonists, when indicated

  • Nutrition, lifestyle, and behavior-based counseling tailored to individual goals

  • Identification and support for underlying contributors to weight, including binge eating and emotional eating, with access to mental health assessments

Helpful Investigations Prior to Referral:

Fasting lipid panel, HbA1c or fasting glucose, TSH, liver enzymes, creatinine, urinalysis, BMI/waist circumference, blood pressure readings if available. (if indicated)

PAT Clinician Referral Form

Download, complete, and fax to (403) 948-3353.

Incomplete referral forms will not be accepted and will be returned to sender.

Required Labs (within 90 days): CBC, electrolytes, Cr, Ca, Mg, Phos, Albumin, Ferritin, Vitamin B12, TSH, AST, ALT, GGT, Bilirubin Total and Conjugated/Direct, Urinalysis. Drug levels if relevant. Pregnancy test if relevant. HbA1c and lipids if on an antipsychotic. ECG if indicated.

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Appropriate if the patient:

  • Has MDD/PDD, PTSD/CPTSD, GAD, OCD, or Bipolar II (depressive phase)
  • Has not responded to at least two evidence-based treatments
  • Is 18+ and under physician or psychiatrist care
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Not appropriate if:

  • Active psychosis, mania, or schizophrenia
  • Pregnancy, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy within 12 weeks
  • Uncontrolled hypertension or acute cardiovascular disease
  • Active severe substance use disorder
  • Neurocognitive disorders or dementia
  • Previous negative response to psychedelic-assisted therapy