Iron Infusions
Restore Your Energy. Rebuild Your Reserves. Feel Like Yourself Again.
Iron Infusions at Ivy Health
Iron deficiency can show up as more than just fatigue.
It's the breathlessness you feel on a simple walk. The brain fog that slows your thinking. The hair shedding that’s hard to ignore. And the "normal" labs that leave you feeling dismissed.
Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies worldwide.
Up to 40% of reproductive women are thought to be iron deficient
And close to 50% of pregnant women
If you’ve been told to “just take iron supplements,” but they upset your stomach or never seem to work, there’s another option.
At Ivy Health, we offer IV Iron Infusions for patients who are truly done guessing and want to get back to feeling like themselves again.
What Is an Iron Infusion?
An iron infusion is a safe, effective way to restore iron stores in the body without the slow, frustrating process of oral supplements.
The iron is delivered directly into your bloodstream, allowing for rapid absorption and faster symptom relief.
Most people feel improvement in their energy, breathlessness, or brain fog within a few weeks. If oral iron hasn't worked for you, or you're dealing with more severe deficiency, this could be the missing piece.
Common Symptoms of Iron Deficiency
You don’t have to “wait until it’s bad enough.” If your ferritin is low (even if you’re not anemic), symptoms can still show up. You might notice:
Fatigue
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Shortness Of Breath
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Hair Thinning
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Restless Legs
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Pale Skin
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Brain Fog
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Heart Palpitations
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Fatigue
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Shortness Of Breath
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Hair Thinning
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Restless Legs
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Pale Skin
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You may be a good candidate if:
You’ve been diagnosed with iron deficiency or low ferritin
You have heavy menstrual bleeding or unexplained fatigue
You’re pregnant or postpartum and trying to stay ahead of deficiency
You have a history of anemia
You struggle with digestive issues like celiac, IBD, or SIBO
You can’t tolerate oral iron due to nausea, constipation, or poor absorption
You follow a vegan or vegetarian diet and are finding it hard to meet your needs
Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency worldwide and up to 40% of reproductive-age women are affected, with even higher rates in pregnancy. You do not need to be anemic to qualify for treatment.
Who Might Benefit from Iron Infusions?
What to Expect: The Iron Infusion Process
Step 3: The Infusion
You’ll come to the clinic and complete a quick pre-infusion check-in and consent form. The infusion itself takes 60–90 minutes, and you'll be monitored by a healthcare provider throughout. Most people tolerate it very well with minimal side effects.
Step 2: Prescription & Booking
Step 1: Assessment Call
Book a 15-minute virtual call with one of our naturopathic doctors. We’ll review your recent labs and symptoms to see if an iron infusion is appropriate for you.
If you’ve had labs done in the past 3 months, we’ll ask you to send them in. If not, we’ll provide a requisition for updated testing.
If you're a good candidate, we’ll send your prescription to a partnering pharmacy and have it delivered directly to the clinic. No extra errands or pickup needed. Once your iron arrives, we’ll book your infusion appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Symptoms of iron deficiency can vary from person to person
Anemia is LATE STAGE SIGN of iron defciiency. Meaning you can be iron deficient for a long time before becoming anemic. AND that you can have many iron deficiency symptoms without being anemic
Symptoms are possible even with mild ferritin deficiencies
Symptoms
Shortness of breath
Getting sicker longer & more often
Canker sores
Cold hands & feet
Hair loss
Lowered libido
Palpitations
Lightheadedness
Headaches
Anxiety and depression
Fatigue
Restless legs or insomnia
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All services within Ivy Health Clinic are private pay. Though many extended health benefits may have coverage that will result your iron infusion to be covered.
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Many drug plans offer coverage for the iron prescription itself
The infusion fee may be covered under your extended health benefits for naturopathic medicine
Please note Ivy Health Clinic does not offer direct billing
Traditional massage typically involves:
Active muscle manipulation and kneading
Working to release muscle tension and knots
Improving circulation and lymphatic drainage
Various pressure levels from light to deep
Various pressure levels from light to deep
BCST involves:
Extremely light touch (about the weight of a nickel)
Listening to your body's natural rhythms and movements
Supporting your nervous system's ability to self-regulate
Creating space for your body to heal itself
Working with trauma and stress held in the nervous system
Think of traditional massage as actively "doing something" to your muscles, while BCST is about "being with" your nervous system and allowing natural healing to emerge. Both are valuable, and many clients benefit from incorporating both approaches into their wellness routine.
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There is an infusion fee that is $225 - $350. This may be covered by your extended benefits under naturopathic medicine
The iron itself has a fee anywhere from $100-$500. It is usually covered (at least partly). You confirm ahead of time by calling your insurance provider or the pharmacist may be able to assist you.
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IV Iron goes directly into the vein thus bypassing the GI tract and eliminating those annoying side effects commonly experiences with oral iron.
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Headache and flu like symptoms for about 1-3 days - the iron flu, occurs in about 30% of people, generally mild and does not prevent people from activities of daily life.
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For most people they will notice an improvement with 2-4 weeks.
Meaning most of your symptoms related to iron deficiency should be improving / resolved. Some symptoms can take longer to resolve.
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This depends, if the reason for the deficiency is not fixed then you will likely continue to need infusions. (ie dietary restrictions, unresolved heavy bleeding, etc)
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A 500mg dose of monoferric raises ferritin by about 100 points after 6 weeks and 1000mg increases ferritin by about 200 points
This level will decrease overtime but will give you a good buffer
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Yes and you need to be in the second or third trimester of pregnancy.
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No - you are able to self refer for an iron infusion - book consult here
Your doctor is welcome to send a referral and it can be sent by fax to - 250-980-3770 or email hello@ivyhealthclinic.
Book Your Iron Assessment Call Today
No more brushing off your fatigue. No more waiting until you hit rock bottom. If you suspect iron deficiency is part of the picture, let’s get clarity.