Infusion Therapy

at Park Integrative Health™, Sherwood Park

Medical infusion services

Park Integrative Health™ (PIH) offers trauma-informed, evidence-based infusion services designed to restore energy, stabilize symptoms, and support individuals living with iron deficiency, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), autonomic dysfunction, and chronic fatigue–related conditions.

Infusion Therapy services include:

IV Iron Therapy (Monoferric®)
IV Saline Therapy (for POTS & Autonomic Dysfunction)
IV High-Dose Nutrient Therapy

All therapies are delivered by experienced nurses in a calm, sensory-aware environment, with medical oversight by our integrative medical team.

IV Iron Therapy – Monoferric®

What We Offer

PIH provides IV iron replenishment with Monoferric®, a modern, highly effective iron formulation that allows full iron repletion in a single infusion for most patients.

Care is provided in a trauma-informed, compassionate setting, with nursing support, medical monitoring, and coordination of all prescription and insurance requirements.

Why IV Iron?

Many people experience debilitating symptoms due to iron deficiency, even when their hemoglobin is normal. Symptoms may include:

  • Persistent fatigue or energy crashes

  • Brain fog, memory issues, or poor focus

  • Shortness of breath or exercise intolerance

  • Restless legs

  • Hair thinning

  • Palpitations

  • Feeling cold or unwell despite adequate rest

Public funding currently requires anemia (Hgb < 100) for IV iron approval; however, evidence now shows that symptomatic iron deficiency without anemia can significantly impair quality of life. Our program fills this important care gap.

Why Monoferric®?

Monoferric® is a next-generation IV iron with clear advantages:

One-and-done dosing

Most patients receive full iron repletion from a single infusion — unlike iron sucrose, which requires 4–6 visits.

Rapid improvement of iron stores

Monoferric replenishes iron quickly, supporting higher energy, improved cognition, and better overall function.

Excellent tolerability

  • No test dose required

  • Very low reaction rate

  • Suitable for those who cannot tolerate oral iron or who have become ill with iron sucrose

Convenient and efficient

Ideal for individuals with chronic fatigue, POTS, long COVID, or limited capacity for multiple appointments.

Cost Transparency

1. Infusion Service Fee (PIH) - $155

Covers:

  • Nursing care and monitoring

  • Trauma-informed environment

  • Physician oversight

  • Appointment coordination

  • Sensory-aware comfort measures

2. Medication Cost (Monoferric®) - $400-$500

The cost of Monoferric® is set externally (not by PIH) and does not go to the clinic.
Typical cost: $400–$500.

Most patients can use extended benefits / prescription plans or an HSA. Our team assists with all special authorization forms and pharmacy coordination.

Referral Required

A physician referral ensures appropriate diagnosis, safety, and follow-up.

If you feel you'd be a candidate for the IV Therapy program, email ifc@pihealth.ca with your interest, and we will be in touch to coordinate a referral.

Alternatively, you may have your family physician complete a referral form.

Download Iron IV referral form‍ ‍Download Saline IV referral form

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IV Iron Therapy FAQs

  • No. IV iron may be appropriate even without anemia if you have symptomatic iron deficiency.

  • About 45–60 minutes, including monitoring.

  • Most patients feel comfortable; some notice mild warmth or fatigue afterward.

  • Often within 1–3 weeks, though this varies.

  • No. Recent bloodwork is required for safety and to determine dosing.

  • Many plans cover Monoferric®; we complete all special authorization forms.

  • No. The drug cost is external and regulated. PIH does not receive any portion of it.

  • Most need one infusion. However, repeat treatments depend on underlying cause.

  • Side effects are uncommon and usually mild. A complete list is available in the information packet you will be provided.

  • Yes, typically at 8–12 weeks. PIH will arrange this.

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IV Saline Therapy (POTS & Autonomic Dysfunction)

What We Offer

PIH provides IV normal saline infusions for individuals with POTS or other forms of autonomic dysfunction who struggle to maintain hydration and blood pressure orally.

Typical infusion: 1 litre of saline, often weekly or as clinically indicated.

Why Saline Infusions?

Saline infusions can help stabilize:

  • Dizziness or near-fainting

  • Tachycardia

  • Fatigue

  • Low blood pressure

  • Difficulty tolerating upright posture

  • Symptoms worsened by dehydration or heat

  • Crashes after minimal activity

For some patients, drinking adequate fluids is not enough to maintain blood pressure, especially during flares, heat sensitivities, menstrual cycles, or long COVID–related dysautonomia.

Why Choose PIH?

  • Accessible scheduling

  • Short wait times

  • No need to drive into central Edmonton

  • Calm, sensory-aware environment

  • Trauma-informed, compassionate staff

  • Flexibility during symptom flares

Ethical Transparency

Some patients may qualify for publicly funded saline infusions through hospital outpatient IV clinics, which require a physician referral.

We will always tell you if you are eligible for a publicly funded option. Our goal is ethical, transparent, patient-centred care.

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  • About 60–90 minutes.

  • Often weekly, but frequency is individualized.

  • Yes, though not appropriate for everyone (e.g., certain cardiac or renal conditions). A clinician will review your history first.

  • Yes. PIH charges a service fee for private saline infusions.

  • Potentially. Some patients qualify through hospital outpatient programs. We will guide you if this option exists for you.

  • Sometimes, depending on your history and symptoms.

  • Yes, this ensures safety and appropriate treatment planning. If you feel you'd be a candidate for the IV Therapy program, email ifc@pihealth.ca with your interest, and we will be in touch to coordinate a referral.

    Alternatively, you can download a referral form here and have your family physician complete it.

  • Usually no. They are typically done separately for safety.

  • Some people feel improvement during the infusion; others later that day. Results vary.

  • No. Saline offers symptom support, not a cure. It complements lifestyle, medication, and pacing strategies.

IV Saline Therapy FAQs

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IV High-Dose Nutrient Therapy

What is IV High-Dose Nutrient (HDN) Therapy?

HDN IV Therapy delivers a targeted blend of vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system entirely.

It is primarily used for patients whose gut is not absorbing nutrients effectively, whether due to a digestive condition, prior surgery, or another cause of malabsorption. It can also treat nutrient deficiencies and manage several conditions, some of which are listed below. 

When nutrients are taken by mouth, they must survive digestion and be absorbed through the gut wall before reaching the bloodstream. For patients with malabsorption, this process is disrupted, so even a well-balanced diet or oral supplements may not be enough to correct a deficiency. Delivering nutrients directly into the bloodstream is especially useful for nutrients that are poorly tolerated in high oral doses (like magnesium, which can cause digestive upset before a therapeutic level is reached) or that depend on a digestive step that malabsorption interrupts (like vitamin B12). 

Your practitioner will periodically recheck your labs to track progress and adjust the therapy as your levels improve, with the goal of returning to oral nutrition and supplementation once your gut function and nutrient status allow.

What is HDN IV Therapy helpful for?

  • Immune support 

  • Malnutrition and/or malabsorption 

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis) 

  • Short bowel syndrome, history of bowel resection, or prior bariatric surgery

  • Celiac disease with ongoing nutrient deficiencies 

  • Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) 

  • History of radiation treatment affecting the intestines

  • Healthy hair, skin and nails

  • Recovery for athletes

What are the benefits of HDN IV Therapy?

HDN IV Therapy bypasses a compromised digestive system by delivering nutrients directly into the bloodstream. It achieves therapeutic nutrient levels that can be difficult or intolerable to reach orally.


HDN IV Therapy also addresses deficiencies that oral supplementation may not correct, particularly for nutrients like vitamin B12. It helps support energy levels when fatigue is tied to an underlying nutrient deficiency.

What ingredients are contained in HDN IV Therapy?

  • Vitamin C: Supports immune function, collagen synthesis,  and antioxidant activity

  • B Vitamins: Support energy production, metabolism, neurotransmitter production, and nervous system function

  • Calcium: Supports bone health, muscle contraction, nerve signalling, and heart rhythm

  • Magnesium: Supports muscle relaxation, nerve function, energy production, and heart rhythm

  • Multi Trace Minerals: Support metabolism, connective tissue formation, nervous system function, insulin signalling, bone formation

  • Selenium: Supports thyroid function and antioxidant activity

  • Zinc: Supports immune function, hormone regulation, and tissue repair

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