Integrative Family Medicine - Central Vermont Medical Center
Integrative Medicine • Montpelier, VT
About
Integrative Family Medicine at Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC), Montpelier, Vermont - CVMC is a nonprofit, part of the UVM Health network, serving central Vermont with over 200 providers and a broad range of services including primary care, women’s health, orthopedics, cancer care, neurology, and rehabilitation. - Location: Montpelier area, with CVMC's main offices in Berlin, VT, and multiple sites in the greater Berlin/Montpelier area. - Focus: As part of Integrative Family Medicine, the program combines comprehensive family medicine care with collaborative, patient-centered approaches. While the page summary doesn’t detail specific integrative therapies, CVMC’s network emphasizes coordinated primary care and access to specialists. - Contact: For information or scheduling related to Integrative Family Medicine in Montpelier, CVMC can be reached at CVMC’s general lines (e.g., 802-371-4264, 802-371-4239, or 802-371-4100). Notes: - The provided content confirms CVMC’s parent structure with UVM Health Network and Montpelier/Berlin locations, but does not specify program-level details for “Integrative Family Medicine” beyond general primary care services. If you need specifics (services, providers, or availability in Montpelier), I can search for CVMC’s current integrative/family medicine program pages or contact details.
Clinic Type
Integrative Medicine
Address
156 Main Street Montpelier, VT 05602
Phone
+18022234738
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Opening Hours
Sunday: Closed; Monday: 8 am - 5 pm; Tuesday: 8 am - 5 pm; Wednesday: 8 am - 5 pm; Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm; Friday: 8 am - 5 pm; Saturday: Closed
Telehealth
Available (Requests for online or in-person appointments via MyChart)
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Based on the Central Vermont Medical Center network listing; specific plan eligibility may vary by provider and market.
Insurance, Self-pay, Payment plans may be arranged by Patient Financial Services
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FAQs
What services are offered at Integrative Family Medicine - Montpelier?
A range of family medicine services including primary care for all ages, preventive care, and coordination with specialists.
Do I need to arrive early for my appointment?
Please arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time.
How do I request an appointment?
New and returning patients can request appointments by directly contacting the practice or via MyChart.
What should I do if I need to cancel?
If you are unable to keep a scheduled appointment, please give 24 hours' notice so that the time can be offered to another patient.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- UVM Health Network official provider profile: 170 ratings (specific to Dr. Rima Carlson's profile at this practice) (170)
- TestosteroneTherapy.org (general aggregate site): 2.7 / 5 (30 reviews)
Patients praise
- High praise for individual physicians, particularly Dr. Rima Carlson, noted for being thorough, compassionate, and attentive
- Patients valuing the holistic and comprehensive approach to care
- Positive experiences with the quality of medical care and clinical support provided during appointments
- Effective use of telehealth/video visits reported by some patients
Common complaints
- Difficulties with administrative staff and communication, including challenges reaching the clinic by phone
- Reports of poor responsiveness from staff and long wait times for callbacks
- Concerns regarding billing practices, specifically historical issues with letters warning patients about costs associated with discussing multiple health concerns during physicals
- Isolated reports of perceived dismissive interactions or issues with patient record keeping
"Dr. Carlson was exceptional in hearing my concerns and following up with a thorough assessment. My visit with her exceeded my expectations."
— UVM Health Network Patient Ratings & Comments"The physicians and nurses are great. The administrative staff are absolutely terrible and make it nearly impossible to receive care."
— LocalityBiz user review"Patients at Integrative Family Medicine in Montpelier received a warning before they came in for their primary care check-ups: be careful what you ask your doctor."
— VTDigger report on billing communication issues (2019)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Katie Hall, NP — Oct 8, 2025
- Emily G. Jones, MD | University of Vermont Health
- Marjorie Trombly, LCMHC | University of Vermont Health
- Marjorie Trombly, LCMHC - University of Vermont Health Integrative ... — Jul 1, 2026
- Patient Financial Assistance & Affordable Medical Care in Vermont | VTLawHelp.org — Apr 16, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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