Naturopathic medicine is a health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to treat the underlying cause of disease and to assist in disease prevention.
Naturopathic treatments are chosen based on the individual patient – and all aspects of their physiological, structural, psychological, social, environment and lifestyle factors. In addition to diet and lifestyle changes, natural therapies including botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, naturopathic manipulation and traditional Chinese medicine/acupuncture, may also be used during treatments.
Naturopathic Doctors in Ontario are regulated health professionals. They must have attended an accredited educational institution, obtain professional licensing, and uphold to national standards of practice.
Are you in need of Naturopathic Medicine?
What We Treat
Naturopathic doctors treat the whole patient, not just individual symptoms. Common conditions treated in office include:
What We Do
The First Appointment
In your initial assessment we’ll go through your health history including your past medical history and all symptoms you’re currently experiencing. We spend 60-90 minutes exploring all aspects of your health including diet, lifestyle, sleep, energy and mood. We can also provide full physical examinations.
Blood work and diagnostic testing
We may request a copy of any recent bloodwork that can assist in our treatment management. Naturopathic doctors can also provide you a requisition for bloodwork – though these tests are not covered through OHIP.
What We Do
Additionally, we offer:
- Food Allergy testing (IgE)
- Food Sensitivity testing (IgG)
- Salivary Hormone Testing: Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone, DHEA, and Cortisol
- Celiac Testing
- B12 Injections
- Pre-labor acupuncture, starting at 36 weeks
- Traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture (weekly sessions)
- Birth Plans and Doula support
