Unhurried virtual visits with a board-certified physician — blending evidence-based natural and conventional medicine, so you can make truly informed decisions.
After a decade in medicine, I saw how often a rushed system leaves no time to discuss evidence-based natural options alongside conventional care.
At TeleTonicMD, we restore the balance — presenting all of your options, pharmaceutical and natural, so you can make truly informed decisions about your health.
Time that heals
Extended appointments allow us to explore your lifestyle, diet, exposures, and supplements — leaving no leaf unturned in your care.
Natural and necessary
Evidence-based natural therapies, integrated with conventional medicine — with the time to explain each one and the evidence behind it.
Root causes, not symptoms
Comprehensive care that addresses why you're unwell, not just how it shows up. Every aspect of your health matters.
Services
What we offer
Whether virtual or in your home, unhurried whole-person care — from everyday needs to chronic conditions and integrative options.
Choose a service
01 · Telehealth
Virtual Primary Care
Comprehensive care from the comfort of home — unhurried and thorough.
Throughout my medical career at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Chicago Medicine,
I have witnessed firsthand how a healthcare system built for volume leaves little time for the conversations patients deserve. Too many times,
I have seen a prescription written before there was time to discuss every option, including evidence-based natural approaches.
This realization, combined with my experience managing complex chronic conditions in Medicare patients,
drove me to create TeleTonicMD in 2024 — a practice where every patient receives the time, attention,
and comprehensive information they deserve. Here, we explore all your options, honor your body's natural
healing abilities, and empower you to make decisions that align with your values and goals.
As a Registered Medical Cannabis Certifying Physician and an advocate for integrative medicine,
I bring conventional medical training and an openness to complementary therapies where the evidence supports them.
Our Care Model
TeleTonicMD operates on a hybrid model — a monthly membership for comprehensive, holistic primary care combined with Medicare acceptance for eligible clinical visits. You get the depth of a membership practice with the coverage you've earned.
Pricing
Membership & Pricing
A hybrid care model: monthly membership for comprehensive holistic primary care, with Medicare accepted for eligible clinical visits. Fees are listed up front.
Initial Consultation
$150
Comprehensive 60–90-minute visit
In-depth first visit to understand your health story
Complete history, lifestyle, and nutrition review
Baseline lab and diagnostic workup as needed
Personalized plan tailored to your goals
Natural and conventional options discussed clearly
Medicare is accepted for initial and follow-up visits, and payment plans are available based on income. Fees shown are our usual fees for routine services and may be adjusted for complications or unforeseen circumstances; we will tell you before any change applies. Contact us for details.
What to Expect
How care at TeleTonicMD works.
A first visit of 60 to 90 minutes with Dr. Afzal herself, covering your history, sleep, stress, diet and environment.
Conventional and evidence-based natural options, explained with the evidence behind each, so the decision is yours.
Telehealth anywhere in Illinois, house calls within 50 miles of Chicago, and Medicare accepted for eligible visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer extended appointments (60–90 minutes for initial visits), explore both natural and pharmaceutical options, and provide comprehensive care that addresses root causes. Dr. Afzal takes time to understand your complete health picture — lifestyle, diet, environment, and goals.
We operate on a hybrid model. Our monthly membership covers comprehensive, holistic primary care — direct access to Dr. Afzal between visits, secure messaging you can use anytime, and care coordination — outside of traditional insurance. Additionally, we accept Medicare for eligible clinical visits, which are billed separately. This means Medicare patients can benefit from both the personalized attention of a membership practice and the coverage they've earned. Payment plans are also available based on income.
As a board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Afzal provides primary care for adults living with chronic conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, autoimmune conditions and chronic pain, and works alongside your specialists, including mental health professionals, when you need them. Many patients come to us wanting natural options considered alongside conventional treatment, or a fresh look at a condition that has not improved. Dr. Afzal explains what the evidence shows for each option, including its limits, so you can decide.
Virtual visits are conducted via secure video conferencing. You'll receive a link before your appointment. Dr. Afzal will conduct a thorough consultation, review your health history, and create a personalized treatment plan. Follow-up care includes secure messaging for questions between visits.
Yes. Dr. Afzal is licensed to practice medicine in Illinois and holds an Illinois controlled substance license and a DEA registration, so she can prescribe medications, including controlled substances, when they are appropriate for you, following state and federal rules for telehealth prescribing. She is also a Registered Medical Cannabis Certifying Physician with the Illinois Department of Public Health and can talk through every treatment option with you.
The Treatment Tapes: Decoding Diseases Differently
Dr. Afzal methodically decodes the research behind natural treatment options — what was studied, in whom, and how strong the evidence is — in audio and video.
Physician-written health notes and practice updates from Dr. Afzal, sent occasionally. You may unsubscribe at any time.
This newsletter provides general health education and practice updates. It does not constitute medical advice and does not create a physician-patient relationship.
Contact
Get in touch
Contact TeleTonicMD for virtual primary care appointments and holistic health consultations from home.
Medicare Accepted: We accept Medicare insurance for visits.
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Privacy Policy
Last Updated: July 19, 2025
Information We Collect
TeleTonicMD collects personal and health information necessary to provide quality healthcare services, including:
Personal identifiers (name, address, phone, email)
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Medical Services
TeleTonicMD provides virtual primary care services through licensed healthcare providers. Our services include:
Virtual consultations and follow-up visits
Chronic disease management
Integrative and holistic medicine
Prescription management
Health education and counseling
Patient Responsibilities
As a patient, you agree to:
Provide accurate and complete health information
Follow prescribed treatment plans
Pay for services as agreed
Maintain confidentiality of access credentials
Use services appropriately and respectfully
Limitations and Disclaimers
Virtual care has limitations. Emergency situations require immediate in-person care. Call 911 for medical emergencies. TeleTonicMD is not responsible for technical failures or limitations of telehealth technology.
Payment and Refunds
Payment is due at time of service unless other arrangements are made. We accept Medicare and offer payment plans based on income. Refund requests are evaluated case-by-case.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel or reschedule at any time, ideally with at least 24 hours’ notice. The practice does not currently charge a cancellation, late-cancellation or no-show fee. We reserve the right to terminate services for non-compliance with these terms.
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These terms are governed by Illinois state law. Any disputes will be resolved in Chicago, Illinois courts.