Doctor-led care · Halifax, Nova Scotia

Know where you stand. Plan what’s next.

Understand your menopause and bone health with experienced family doctors who take time to listen, explain your options and help you make a plan.

Doctor-led care · Halifax, Nova Scotia

Time to talk. Clear answers. Expert care.

Bone density scanning and menopause care with two experienced family doctors who have time to talk.

Doctor-led care · Halifax, Nova Scotia

Time to talk. Clear answers. Expert care.

Bone density scanning and menopause care with two experienced family doctors who have time to talk.

Signs it may be time to check in

BONE HEALTH

Family history of fracture

Low bone density

Anatomical pelvis and lower spine model in soft natural light
Anatomical pelvis and lower spine model in soft natural light

BONE HEALTH

Family history of fracture

Low bone density

Anatomical pelvis and lower spine model in soft natural light
Anatomical pelvis and lower spine model in soft natural light

BONE HEALTH

Family history of fracture

Low bone density

Anatomical pelvis and lower spine model in soft natural light
Anatomical pelvis and lower spine model in soft natural light

MENOPAUSE

Mood and focus

Brain fog

Mixed-race woman looking worried and distracted, with a hand resting at her temple
Mixed-race woman looking worried and distracted, with a hand resting at her temple

MENOPAUSE

Mood and focus

Brain fog

Woman holding a cup beside a softly lit window
Woman holding a cup beside a softly lit window

MENOPAUSE

Mood and focus

Brain fog

Woman holding a cup beside a softly lit window
Woman holding a cup beside a softly lit window

SLEEP

Night sweats

Restless nights

Soft ivory bedding in a peaceful sunlit bedroom
Soft ivory bedding in a peaceful sunlit bedroom

SLEEP

Night sweats

Restless nights

Soft ivory bedding in a peaceful sunlit bedroom
Soft ivory bedding in a peaceful sunlit bedroom

SLEEP

Night sweats

Restless nights

Soft ivory bedding in a peaceful sunlit bedroom
Soft ivory bedding in a peaceful sunlit bedroom

MEET YOUR DOCTORS

MEET YOUR DOCTORS

doctors who have time for you.

Hi, I’m Dr. Astrid Wells

Hi, I’m Dr. Astrid Wells

Hi, I’m Dr. Astrid Wells

FAMILY PHYSICIAN · MENOPAUSE AND VULVAL HEALTH

Astrid has a special interest in menopause and vulval health. She offers vulval skin care, vulval and endometrial (Pipelle) biopsies, pessary fitting, and IUD and Nexplanon insertion.

Hi, I’m Dr. Alison Macbeth

Hi, I’m Dr. Alison Macbeth

Hi, I’m Dr. Alison Macbeth

FAMILY PHYSICIAN · MENOPAUSE AFTER BREAST CANCER

Alison was the Scotland-wide network lead for menopause care for women after breast cancer, and leads that stream at Iris. She also offers pessary fitting, and IUD and Nexplanon insertion.

How it works

Three steps to a clear plan.

From booking to your written plan, here is what to expect.

BOOK ONLINE

Choose your service and a time that suits you, then fill in a short health questionnaire.

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BOOK ONLINE

Choose your service and a time that suits you, then fill in a short health questionnaire.

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BOOK ONLINE

Choose your service and a time that suits you, then fill in a short health questionnaire.

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YOUR PLAN

A clear written plan, shared with your family doctor, with video follow-ups if you need them.

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YOUR PLAN

A clear written plan, shared with your family doctor, with video follow-ups if you need them.

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YOUR PLAN

A clear written plan, shared with your family doctor, with video follow-ups if you need them.

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Doctor and patient talking in a softly lit consultation room

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Doctor and patient talking in a softly lit consultation room

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Doctor and patient talking in a softly lit consultation room

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YOUR VISIT

Your scan, if your service includes one, then time with your doctor to go through your results and options.

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YOUR VISIT

Your scan, if your service includes one, then time with your doctor to go through your results and options.

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YOUR VISIT

Your scan, if your service includes one, then time with your doctor to go through your results and options.

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Doctor and patient reviewing a written care plan

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Doctor and patient reviewing a written care plan

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Doctor and patient reviewing a written care plan

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Bone Health Assessment · $470

A bone density scan and a 20-minute consultation, with your results explained in the same visit.

Menopause Consultation · $595

90 minutes with a doctor to talk through your symptoms and options. You leave with a written plan.

Full Midlife Health Assessment · $895

Your 90-minute menopause consultation, bone density scan and body composition scan together, with one written plan.

After breast cancer

Menopause care led by Dr. Alison Macbeth, alongside your oncology team. Book as a Menopause Consultation, $595.

Services

Bone Health Assessment · $470

A bone density scan and a 20-minute consultation, with your results explained in the same visit.

Menopause Consultation · $595

90 minutes with a doctor to talk through your symptoms and options. You leave with a written plan.

Full Midlife Health Assessment · $895

Your 90-minute menopause consultation, bone density scan and body composition scan together, with one written plan.

After breast cancer

Menopause care led by Dr. Alison Macbeth, alongside your oncology team. Book as a Menopause Consultation, $595.

Services

Bone Health Assessment · $470

A bone density scan and a 20-minute consultation, with your results explained in the same visit.

Menopause Consultation · $595

90 minutes with a doctor to talk through your symptoms and options. You leave with a written plan.

Full Midlife Health Assessment · $895

Your 90-minute menopause consultation, bone density scan and body composition scan together, with one written plan.

After breast cancer

Menopause care led by Dr. Alison Macbeth, alongside your oncology team. Book as a Menopause Consultation, $595.

Services

Pricing

Clear prices, no surprises.

One price for each service. Receipts provided for health spending accounts. Insurance may cover part — check with your plan.

BONE HEALTH ASSESSMENT

$470

/ assessment

Your scan and results, explained by a doctor.

includes

Bone density scan

20-minute consultation

Results explained in the same visit

Summary sent to your family doctor

Book online

BONE HEALTH ASSESSMENT

$470

/ assessment

Your scan and results, explained by a doctor.

includes

Bone density scan

20-minute consultation

Results explained in the same visit

Summary sent to your family doctor

Book online

BONE HEALTH ASSESSMENT

$470

/ assessment

Your scan and results, explained by a doctor.

includes

Bone density scan

20-minute consultation

Results explained in the same visit

Summary sent to your family doctor

Book online

MENOPAUSE CONSULTATION

$595

/ 90 minutes

Time to talk through your symptoms and options.

includes

90 minutes with a doctor

Your symptoms, history and options

A written plan

Summary sent to your family doctor

Book online

MENOPAUSE CONSULTATION

$595

/ 90 minutes

Time to talk through your symptoms and options.

includes

90 minutes with a doctor

Your symptoms, history and options

A written plan

Summary sent to your family doctor

Book online

MENOPAUSE CONSULTATION

$595

/ 90 minutes

Time to talk through your symptoms and options.

includes

90 minutes with a doctor

Your symptoms, history and options

A written plan

Summary sent to your family doctor

Book online

Also available: Full Midlife Health Assessment $895 (menopause consultation, bone density scan and body composition scan) · Treatment Review $120 (20 minutes, for patients seen in the last 14 months) · Bone Density Scan add-on $350 · Bone and Body Composition Scan add-on $400.

Not sure which service is right for you?

Not sure which service is right for you?

Send us a message and we’ll help you choose the right appointment.

from the clinic

The questions we hear most.

You’re not the only one wondering. Choose what’s on your mind — Astrid and Alison are here to listen.

Understanding your results

“My bone density is low. What does that mean for me?”

A scan result is a starting point, not the whole story. We’ll explain what it means alongside your health history and talk through practical next steps with you.

Answer from Dr. Astrid Scott-Wells

why iris

Care built around time and clarity.

Experienced doctors, long appointments and a plan you can keep.

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Doctor-led. Evidence-based.

Unhurried.

A woman enjoying a quiet moment with a warm drink by a window
A woman resting beside the water in soft evening light

TIME TO TALK

CLEAR ANSWERS

EXPERT CARE

90 min

for a full menopause consultation

A woman enjoying a quiet moment with a warm drink by a window

Doctor-led. Evidence-based.

Unhurried.

A woman enjoying a quiet moment with a warm drink by a window
A woman resting beside the water in soft evening light

TIME TO TALK

CLEAR ANSWERS

EXPERT CARE

90 min

for a full menopause consultation

A woman enjoying a quiet moment with a warm drink by a window

Doctor-led. Evidence-based.

Unhurried.

A woman enjoying a quiet moment with a warm drink by a window
A woman resting beside the water in soft evening light

TIME TO TALK

CLEAR ANSWERS

EXPERT CARE

90 min

for a full menopause consultation

Faqs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Answers about appointments, scans and what to expect.

Still have questions?

We’re happy to help.

What happens at my first appointment?

Your first visit is in person in Halifax. Your doctor goes through your history, symptoms and goals, and explains your options.

Do I need a referral?

No referral is needed.

Is this covered by MSI?

Iris services are private and not covered by MSI. Receipts are provided for health spending accounts, and insurance may cover part — check with your plan.

Does this replace my family doctor?

No. Iris works alongside your family doctor, and we send them a summary of your results and plan.

What is a REMS scan?

REMS is a bone density scan that uses ultrasound rather than X-rays.

Do you offer follow-up appointments?

Yes. Follow-ups can be by video across Atlantic Canada.

What happens at my first appointment?

Your first visit is in person in Halifax. Your doctor goes through your history, symptoms and goals, and explains your options.

Do I need a referral?

No referral is needed.

Is this covered by MSI?

Iris services are private and not covered by MSI. Receipts are provided for health spending accounts, and insurance may cover part — check with your plan.

Does this replace my family doctor?

No. Iris works alongside your family doctor, and we send them a summary of your results and plan.

What is a REMS scan?

REMS is a bone density scan that uses ultrasound rather than X-rays.

Do you offer follow-up appointments?

Yes. Follow-ups can be by video across Atlantic Canada.

Still have questions?

We’re happy to help.

your next step

Time to talk. Clear answers. Expert care.

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your next step

Time to talk. Clear answers. Expert care.

© 2026 Iris Health and Wellness. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy · Terms of Use

your next step

Time to talk. Clear answers. Expert care.

© 2026 Iris Health and Wellness. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy · Terms of Use