What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit is designed to be thorough, thoughtful, and focused on understanding your unique headache history. Many patients who come to Pennsylvania Headache Center have tried multiple treatments without success. This visit is different.
A Different Kind of Medical Visit
You will meet directly with Dr. Peterlin for your entire visit
Appointments are typically 75–90 minutes
The focus is on careful listening, detailed history, and individualized care
No rushed timelines or fragmented care
This approach allows for a deeper understanding of complex or long-standing headache conditions.
What We Will Cover
During your visit, we will:
Review your full headache and medical history
Discuss prior treatments and responses
Identify patterns, triggers, and contributing factors
Develop a personalized diagnostic and treatment plan
Who This Practice Is Designed For?
This practice is best suited for patients who:
Have ongoing or complex headache or migraine conditions
Have not found relief with standard approaches
Are looking for a more in-depth, individualized evaluation
Value extended, one-on-one time with a specialist
Fees and Insurance
Pennsylvania Headache Center operates outside of traditional insurance networks.
Payment is collected at the time of your visit
You will be provided with documentation that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement
Many patients receive partial reimbursement depending on their out-of-network benefits
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and similar plans can often be used