Naturopathic Primary Care

Western evaluation, diagnostics, and treatment

As a Naturopathic Doctor trained in primary care, we act as your first contact and entrance into the healthcare system. We are trained in evaluating any medical concern using Western diagnostic procedures, including physical exams and lab interpretations, to determine the proper diagnosis. This is the first and most important step that has to be done with care and attention to detail. We can order further labs and imaging if more evaluation is needed and can refer you to Western specialists when necessary. Naturopathic Doctors can be your companion throughout your entire life, guiding you down the right path and offering a wide variety of support, which includes but is not limited to pharmaceutical medication.

Preventative screenings

Annual wellness exams, sports physicals, and general check-ups can be completed with your Naturopathic Doctor. At these visits, we’d order age-appropriate screenings and perform risk assessments to determine what other appropriate screenings should be done for you, such as testing for anemia, cardiovascular disease, thyroid disease, hormonal concerns, and STIs. Naturopaths can also be your resource for appropriate cancer screenings.

Functional Medicine

By utilizing specialized training in naturopathic philosophy, naturopathic treatments, clinical ecology, and environmental medicine we strive to optimize the structure and function of the human body. We understand how to implement an abundance of tools such as functional labs, lifestyle counseling, nutrition counseling, hydrotherapy, musculoskeletal/ physical medicine, nutrient therapy, herbal medicine, and pharmaceuticals using a patient-centered approach. We believe that sometimes, there is no need for high-force suppressive pharmaceutical medications, and instead with a more gentle approach, we can establish the foundations of health and offer the body the necessary ingredients to heal itself.

Specialized Nutritional Supplements

Naturopathic Doctors have extensive training in evidence-based nutraceutical prescriptions for function optimization, prevention of disease, and disease management.  We also use nutrient therapy to contend with pharmaceutical side effects and understand the proper screening for nutrient depletions. We understand the importance of quality and can recommend supplement companies that go through extensive third-party testing.

Herbal Medicine

Western herbal medicine utilizes medicinal plants and mushrooms to manage a wide spectrum of diseases from acute infections to cardiovascular disease. We understand biomedical and phyto-therapeutic uses of plants as medicine and offer evidence-based recommendations. We have extensive training in what plant part is used, how best to extract the medicine from the plant, and how to prescribe at therapeutic doses, all while keeping sustainability and ecology in mind.  A breakdown in any of these tenants can lead to unsafe and unethical use of herbal medicine.

Pain Management

Physical medicine offers support in recovering from acute injury and chronic pain. We offer direct hands-on therapies such as deep tissue manipulations and therapeutic stretching, as well as indirect hands-on therapies such as craniosacral therapy.

On top of hands-on therapies, we also offer the following orthopedic and regenerative injections for chronic pain relief, nerve entrapment, and joint stabilization:

  • Trigger point injections

  • Neural and Perineural injections

  • Prolotherapy

Combining physical medicine modalities with lifestyle counseling, ergonomic correction, therapeutic exercises, nutrition counseling and herbal medicine offers a holistic approach to acute and chronic injury healing.

Massage Therapy

I have been a licensed massage therapist since 2019, focusing mainly on sports massage, and rehabilitation massage. My favorite area of the body to work on is the neck, as it plays a crucial role in overall stress and tension relief. I am confident in addressing muscular imbalances in the upper and lower body and improving posture. I’ve had the privilege of working at Roosevelt Chiropractic and Massage, where I’m eagerly expanding my services and continue providing care with that amazing team.

Certifications and Continuing Education:

  • Neck deep tissue

  • Craniosacral Therapy

  • Cupping and myofascial release

  • Myofascial Trigger Point release

  • Kinesiology Taping and Athletic Taping

  • Muscle energy stretching

 Autoimmune Disease

My approach to autoimmune disease focuses on addressing the root causes of immune dysfunction, modulating the immune response, and supporting the body’s natural healing processes. Naturopathic doctors work to identify triggers, such as food sensitivities or environmental toxins. We emphasize a holistic treatment plan, including lifestyle modifications, nutrition, stress management, and personalized herbal or supplement protocols to reduce inflammation and balance the immune system, with the aid of pharmaceuticals if appropriate. The goal is to empower the patient to manage their condition through natural, non-invasive methods.

Mental Healthcare and Stress Reduction

I am passionate about ensuring all my patients have access to comprehensive and whole-person mental healthcare. At Wells Integrative Medicine we understand that our physical body is one piece of the puzzle. How we think and feel can impact our wellness in major ways. If you recently have been diagnosed with a mental illness or are struggling in your life, we can help you understand and work with (rather than against) your inner psyche. Together, we can establish health-promoting behaviors, develop positive coping strategies, and manage distressing symptoms using the many tools we have in our toolkit. (add something about offering tools)

Pharmaceuticals are only one of those tools, and if necessary, we can use genetic testing to determine which pharmaceuticals are right for you. We will employ lower-forced interventions such as lifestyle counseling, nutrition therapy, nutraceuticals, and herbal medicine in conjunction with pharmaceutical medication. Once we remove obstacles to cure and establish the foundations for optimal health, anything is possible.

Digestive Health

According to Hippocrates, “All disease begins in the gut.” This assertion plays out in my Naturopathic medical practice as gastrointestinal (GI) function affects many other body systems including the immune, nervous, integumentary (skin), and metabolic system. I have a clinical interest in Small Intestinal Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO), Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (IFO), and Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD/MCAS) and have specialized clinical education and training in evaluating and managing these conditions safely, and effectively.

Cardiovascular Health

Whether you have already been diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol, or if you want to take active steps in preventing Cardiovascular and Metabolic disease, we are here to offer a holistic approach. Nutrition and lifestyle changes are the first-line treatment for these common conditions, and the importance of these interventions are recognized by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association. As a Naturopathic physician, I’d aim to employ therapeutic nutrition, lifestyle changes, and evidence-based herbal and nutrient supplementation prescriptions, while leveraging my training in behavior change counseling to help with any obstacles that may present themselves during your journey. When a little extra support is required, we can also prescribe and manage pharmaceutical medications and offer adjunctive natural therapies to reduce side effects from pharmaceutical medications.