Preparing for your visit
What to bring, what happens at the first appointment, and how the plan is made.
- 01Request a visitCall the office or use the booking link to choose a time.
- 02Bring your recordsImaging, prior reports and a medication list help make the first visit useful.
- 03Examination and discussionAn exam and a plain explanation of what is going on.
- 04Decide togetherThe options are laid out so you can choose the plan that fits.
Do I need a referral to see Dr. Vasileff?
Not always. Many patients come to Dr. Vasileff through another physician, especially for sports and overuse injuries, but some insurance plans allow patients to schedule directly.
Call the number on your insurance card, or ask our office when you book; either one can confirm whether your plan requires a referral before your visit.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Four things cover most of what you need: a photo ID, your insurance card, a current medication list, and any prior imaging or test results related to your injury.
If another doctor has already evaluated the same issue, bringing their notes or imaging lets Dr. Vasileff build on that work instead of starting over.
Will I need an X-ray or MRI at my first visit?
Sometimes, but not always.
Dr. Vasileff's exam usually starts with a hands-on look at the joint or area involved, and imaging is ordered when it is needed to confirm or rule something out, not as an automatic first step. His training in sports medicine, completed during fellowship at Henry Ford Health System, shapes how he evaluates athletic and overuse injuries, often starting with movement and strength testing before deciding whether imaging adds anything.
How long does the first visit take?
Plan for about 30 to 45 minutes.
That covers your history, the physical exam, and time to talk through what comes next. A visit that uncovers a more involved issue, such as a hip or tendon problem that needs further workup, may run longer.
What happens after my first visit?
You leave with a plan, not just a visit checked off.
Depending on what the exam finds, that might mean imaging, a trial of conservative treatment such as rest or physical therapy, or a conversation about options like platelet-rich plasma injections or, less often, a procedure such as arthroscopy, a minimally invasive technique that uses a small camera to look inside a joint. If another physician referred you, Dr. Vasileff's office sends a summary back to them.
Is Dr. Vasileff accepting new patients?
Yes. Dr. Vasileff is accepting new patients in Columbus, OH, including referrals for sports medicine and hip preservation concerns.
Ready to talk about your hip, knee, shoulder and ankle?
Call the office or request an appointment. Accepting new patients.