SERVICES OFFERED
In our first visit, we will spend an hour together going through your detailed health history, focusing on your main health concerns. A holistic approach is taken using a variety of tools to maximize your healing going forward.
You can expect some nutrition counselling, lifestyle modifications, lab testing, targeted nutriceuticals or herbs as well as specific physical exams. Follow up visits are used to track your progress as well as narrow our treatment plan to suit your needs as your health needs change.
WHAT TO EXPECT
common conditions treated
women’s health
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Premenstrual syndrome affects so many women. It’s common but not normal. Schedule in to address your PMS.
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine imbalances in women. Schedule in to balance your hormones.
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Many couples struggle with fertility. Treating infertility or optimizing fertility can both be achieved. Schedule a consult today.
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Perimenopause and menopause can be a a challenging time in a woman’s life. There are many supportive measures we can take to make you feel well again.
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Yeast, BV, UTIs can be debilitating when they are chronic. Holistic approaches to treatment yield the best results.
gut health
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IBS is a common condition causing bloating and gas as well as either chronic constipation or loose stools.
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SIBO and Candida are both due to imbalances in the gut. We can test to figure out your gut imbalances.
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Sometimes this is related to IBS, sometimes it can be a symptom in and of itself. Constipation needs to be treated to avoid unwanted sequelae of the condition.
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Heartburn or reflux is a common symptom of the gastrointestinal tract. If you are wanting to address this, schedule a consult.
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Crohn’s and colitis are both autoimmune diseases of the gut. They can be debilitating and cause many awful symptoms.
aesthetics
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Botox is a neuromodulator which temporarily weakens muscles to achieve a smoother complexion and relax wrinkles.
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Cosmetic acupuncture is a great natural way to achieve a brighter, smoother complexion. This is a natural alternative to botox.
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Microneedling causes micro trauma to the skin surface allowing for treatment of hyperpigmentation, acne scars, enlarged pores or rough textured skin.
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Gua sha is a massage tool used to activate the lymphatic system of the head and neck. It is used to tone and lift the muscles of the face.
LAB TESTING
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Blood work to assess: nutrients, cholesterol, insulin/glucose, liver, kidney, hormones, inflammation
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Testing for: parasites, yeast, viruses, bacterial overgrowths, H pylori, intestinal health markers
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This is a urine test to assess adrenal hormones (cortisol), sex hormones and their metabolites.
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A scratch test done in office to assess for environmental allergens such as pollens, trees, grasses, molds, dust, etc.
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A test to assess the type of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth.
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In order to test for chronic UTIs and chronic vaginitis (yeast, bacteria or protozoa).
PHYSICAL EXAMS
PAP screening (pelvic exam)
Cervical cancer screening sent to BC Cancer
Focused physical exams
Abdominal exams
Lung exam
Cardiac exam
Neuro exam
Eyes, ear, nose and throat exam
NATUROPATHIC TOOLS
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Nutrition & Lifestyle counseling
Nutrition and lifestyle are foundations to health and prevention of disease.
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Botanical Medicine
Herbs are often used as part of treatment plans in various forms (teas, capsules, alcohol extraction, etc).
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Targeted Nutraceuticals
Nutraceuticals encompass vitamins, minerals and other molecules used to treat illness and prevent disease progression.
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture can be used to treat many issues from pain to anxiety. A custom point protocol is used to help energy flow freely through the body leading to improved energy, hormone balancing, inflammation and anxiety reduction.
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Pharmaceutical Prescriptions
Sometimes pharmaceutical prescriptions are necessary and helpful when treating disease states. Naturopathic Doctors are able to prescribe pharmaceuticals when needed.
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IV & IM therapy
Vitamin and mineral injections to promote healing.
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Injection therapies
Please see injection therapy section here to learn more.
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