Patient-Centred & Goal-Oriented Naturopathic Medicine
Serving richmond hill & the GTA
Helping you reach your health goals, overcome hurdles in your healthcare and reestablish balance, energy and joy in your everyday living.
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine is an extension of conventional medical care, which combines the science of evidence-based medicine with the art of patient centered, humanistic healthcare.
Naturopathic doctors are primary-care practitioners who practice a preventative approach to medicine, but also work to identify and treat the root cause of disease ultimately supporting the body’s inherent ability to heal. We are well integrated with medical doctors, surgeons and specialists to ensure the best treatment method is prescribed and referrals are made when necessary.
Naturopathic doctors promote a complete wellness plan tailored to your individual needs by taking into consideration that health is equal to the sum of its parts; the biological, psychological and social elements characteristic to you, looking beyond the obvious symptoms, are essential to finding and treating the root cause for disease imbalance.
Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
First, Do No Harm
Heal The Whole Person
Healing Power Of Nature
Doctor As Teacher
Identify And Treat The Cause
Prevention Is The Best Cure
Scope of Practice
Naturopathic philosophy promotes an expanded understanding of health with a strong emphasis on stimulating the body’s natural healing process through ancient healing remedies and modern scientific practices.
Your naturopathic treatment plan will include the use of a variety of the following modalities, which make up the scope of naturopathic practice in Ontario:
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture
Herbal Botanicals
Clinical Nutrition
Health Psychology
Homeopathic Medicine
Lifestyle Modification/ Counseling
Physical Medicine
Conditions I Commonly Treat
Stress Management
Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
Mental Health Concerns: grief, depression and anxiety
Fertility Support
Pain Management
Hormone Imbalances: acne, infertility, PMS and menopause
Allergies, Asthma, Colds and Flus
Weight Loss/ Management
Digestive Complaints: GERD, IBS, IBD, constipation and food intolerances
About the Doctor
Welcome to your new future of healthcare!
As your Naturopathic Doctor I look forward to working with you to help you achieve all of your health goals. I have a passion for living well and I believe you deserve the time and education you require in learning to be your best self and live the life you desire. I will help you reach your health goals, overcome hurdles in your healthcare and reestablish balance, energy and joy in your everyday living!
Health and wellness have always been a passion of mine; from fitness and sports to cooking and nutrition, the ‘study’ of wellness has always been my top priority. This passion and love for medicine led me to completing a five year premedical undergraduate honours degree in Biochemistry and Business from the University of Waterloo. I later went on to complete my four-year naturopathic medical degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine as well as two rigorous North American wide entry-to-practice exams and an additional set of provincial licensing board exams.
I am board-certified in Naturopathic Medicine by the College of Naturopaths of Ontario and have been running a private family based practice for patients of all ages and health levels for the past 6 years. I welcome you to the world of better healthcare and a healthier you! Alternative medicine will be the medicine of tomorrow and I am working hard towards becoming an integral part of that future, today.
Credentials
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc (Hons) - Biochemistry and Business
University of Waterloo
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
My Approach
My approach to your healthcare assessment, diagnosis and treatment will be individualized to you; your past and present medical history, family history, current health concerns as well as a complete physical examination will form the basis for treatment. Treatments may include clinical nutrition, neutraceuticals, supplementation, botanical medicine, hydrotherapy, homeopathic medicine, physical treatment, acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine and diet and lifestyle counselling. Initial appointments are 60 minutes and provide a foundation from which future treatments will be directed.
Follow-up appointments are 30-60 minutes in duration and offer continuity of care and the opportunity for patient education and discussion as well as physical treatment, if required.
Ready to get started?
To learn more about naturopathic medicine or if you would like a chance to speak with me one-on-one about how I can help you achieve your health goals, I am happy to offer all prospective patients a complimentary 15-minute consultation.
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