Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process. The practice of naturopathic medicine includes scientific and empirical methods, both modern and traditional.

A licensed naturopathic physician (ND) attends a four-year, graduate-level naturopathic medical school. We are educated in all of the same basic sciences as an MD, but also study holistic and nontoxic approaches to therapy with a strong emphasis on disease prevention and optimizing wellness. In addition to a standard medical curriculum, we also study clinical nutrition, homeopathic medicine, botanical medicine, psychology, and counseling. Following medical school, we take rigorous professional board exams so that we may be licensed by a state or jurisdiction as a primary care general practice physician.

The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae): Naturopathic medicine recognizes an inherent self-healing process in people that is ordered and intelligent. Naturopathic physicians act to identify and remove obstacles to healing and recovery, and to facilitate and augment this inherent self-healing process.

Identify and Treat the Causes (Tolle Causam): The naturopathic physician seeks to identify and remove the underlying causes of illness rather than to merely eliminate or suppress symptoms.

First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere): Naturopathic physicians follow three guidelines to avoid harming the patient:

—> Utilize methods and medicinal substances which minimize the risk of harmful side effects, using the least force necessary to diagnose and treat;

—> Avoid when possible the harmful suppression of symptoms; and

—> Acknowledge, respect, and work with individuals’ self-healing process.

Doctor as Teacher (Docere): Naturopathic physicians educate their patients and encourage self-responsibility for health. They also recognize and employ the therapeutic potential of the doctor-patient relationship.

Treat the Whole Person: Naturopathic physicians treat each patient by taking into account individual physical, mental, emotional, genetic, environmental, social, and other factors. Since total health also includes spiritual health, naturopathic physicians encourage individuals to pursue their personal spiritual development.

Prevention: Naturopathic physicians emphasize the prevention of disease by assessing risk factors, heredity and susceptibility to disease, and by making appropriate interventions in partnership with their patients to prevent illness.

Although NDs treat all medical conditions, some of the most common ailments I treat are:

—> Allergies (food and seasonal)

—> chronic pain

—> digestive issues

—> hormonal imbalances

—> obesity

—> respiratory conditions

—> heart disease

—> fertility problems

—> menopause

—> adrenal fatigue

—> fibromyalgia

—> chronic fatigue syndrome

I use a variety of treatment modalities. Here are some of the common ones I use:

—> Nutrition Counseling

—> Labs

—> Botanical Medicine

—> Supplements

You can expect to work with an empathetic, attentive, and knowledgeable physician. I pride myself on making understanding your body and its needs accessible. My goal is to educate you, and I am dedicated to helping you learn what your body needs.

Prior to an initial visit, I require a complimentary consultation call to review chief concerns and determine if my offering is an appropriate fit. You can schedule it here.

Initial Visit:

—> Scheduled for 120min

—> Review main health concerns and take a full medical history. This can include diet, stress levels, sleep, hormones, digestion, current protocol, and pertinent family history.

—> A physical examination or laboratory testing may be included

—> An initial treatment plan and session review will be created for your reference

Follow-Ups:

—> Scheduled for 60min, 4 weeks from the initial visit

—> Typically this time is used to review lab results, assess symptom improvement, and create an appropriate updated treatment plan

—> Subsequent follow ups are usually scheduled a month apart, to allow appropriate time to establish lifestyle changes and determine efficacy of treatment

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