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POTS Care in Phoenix, AZ
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome & Autonomic Dysfunction
POTS is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed conditions in primary care. Symptoms are wide-ranging, often invisible & frequently dismissed. At Phoenix Integrative Concierge Medicine (PICM), your physician recognizes autonomic dysfunction, takes your symptoms seriously & stays with you for the long haul.
What Is POTS?
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a form of dysautonomia, a disorder of the autonomic nervous system. That's the system that runs automatic functions like heart rate & blood pressure.
With POTS, your heart rate rises sharply when you stand up: by 30 beats per minute or more in adults, or 40 or more for patients under 19, within 10 minutes of standing, without a drop in blood pressure.
POTS most often affects women between their teens & age 50, though anyone can develop it. There's no cure, but symptoms often improve with the right management plan.
Common Signs & Symptoms
POTS looks different in every patient. Common symptoms include:
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Dizziness or lightheadedness, especially when standing
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Racing heart or palpitations
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Fatigue & exhaustion
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Brain fog
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Fainting or near-fainting
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Shortness of breath
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Trouble sleeping
How PICM Supports POTS Patients
Neurologists & cardiologists are often part of POTS care. But many patients benefit most from a primary care physician who understands autonomic dysfunction & coordinates the broader picture.
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Evaluation & clinical diagnosis support
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Individualized management planning
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Coordination with cardiology & neurology
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Ongoing monitoring & plan adjustments
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Extended visits & telehealth follow-ups when appropriate
You keep your specialists. We communicate with them, request their reports & build one care plan around you.
Your First Visit
Your first visit is a 60-minute, in-person consultation. Bring your records, any past test results & your questions. Expect:
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A full medical & family history
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A physical exam focused on your concerns
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A review of your symptoms, past workups & goals
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An initial care plan
Our Approach
A different kind of medical practice, built for patients who need more.
Modern healthcare often feels rushed, fragmented & insurance-driven. PICM was built to restore what's been lost: time, access & thoughtful, physician-led care. Working independently of insurance companies lets us practice medicine on our patients' terms, not the system's.
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Extended, unhurried appointments
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Same or next-day scheduling
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Direct physician communication
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Specialist coordination across disciplines
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No administrative barriers between you & your doctor
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Focus on you, not billing codes
PICM is located in Arcadia & welcomes POTS patients from across the Phoenix Valley.
Common Questions
1 / Can PICM diagnose POTS?
We provide evaluation & clinical diagnosis support. When specialized autonomic testing is needed, like a tilt table test, we coordinate it with cardiology or neurology.
2 / I already have a POTS diagnosis. Can you still help?
Yes. Many patients come to us after diagnosis, needing someone to manage the day-to-day, adjust the plan over time & coordinate their specialists.
3 / Do I have to stop seeing my cardiologist or neurologist?
No. You keep your current specialists. We work with them & serve as your primary point of contact.
4 / Do you see teens with POTS?
Yes. We care for patients ages 10 & up.
5 / Do you accept insurance?
PICM is membership-based & out-of-network with all insurance carriers. We don't accept Medicare or Medicaid at this time. See membership details or our full FAQ.