Working with Me
As a primary care provider and naturopathic doctor, my role is to help you navigate your health with a balanced, evidence-based approach. Sometimes that means treating the immediate concern; other times it means asking why that concern developed in the first place. My goal is always to understand the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms, rather than simply managing them.
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I believe the body has an incredible capacity to heal when given the right conditions and support. That is why I prioritize nutrition, lifestyle, targeted nutrients, and natural therapies. At the same time, I also hold prescribing authority and believe pharmaceuticals have an important place in medicine when they are truly indicated. My approach is never "natural versus conventional"—it's about choosing the right tool for the right person at the right time.
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I believe good healthcare extends beyond the appointment itself. My role doesn't end when you leave the clinic. When appropriate, I work alongside other physicians, specialists, and healthcare providers on your team to help ensure your care is coordinated, your questions are answered, and you have the support you need to move forward with confidence.
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I am also mindful that private healthcare can be expensive and I strive to make your care as accessible as possible by recommending high-yield investigations, making use of MSP-covered laboratory testing and imaging whenever appropriate, and tailoring treatment recommendations to your individual circumstances. If the cost of care is ever a barrier, please click Access to Care to learn more about the support that may be available.​
Comprehensive Wellness Plans
Your initial visit is an opportunity for us to take a deep dive into your health—not only your current symptoms, but your health story as a whole. ​When appropriate, your visit may also include a focused physical examination to help guide your assessment and treatment plan. This thorough assessment allows me to understand the bigger picture and identify potential root causes.
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Following our visit, I spend additional time reviewing your history and everything we discussed before creating your personalized Comprehensive Wellness Plan. This is included in the cost of your visit and is delivered within 24 hours.
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My aim is to create a practical plan that is sustainable and tailored specifically to you. It includes:
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Clear treatment goals
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Nutrition recommendations
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Lifestyle and self-care strategies
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Supplement recommendations with dosing and rationale
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Laboratory and imaging recommendations (when appropriate)
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A step-by-step plan for moving forward
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Educational resources I have personally created, including handouts, recipe guides, and condition-specific e-books when relevant
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Following your initial visit, we'll schedule a follow-up appointment (typically 30 minutes) to review your Wellness Plan together. We'll discuss what's working, what's been challenging, what feels realistic, and what needs adjusting. Your treatment plan should fit your life, not the other way around.
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Initially, I generally recommend follow-up appointments every few months while we work toward your health goals. As your health stabilizes, visits often become less frequent and are scheduled as needed. As a primary care provider, I also encourage an annual wellness visit to review your overall health, update your medical history, assess preventive health needs, and address any new concerns before they become bigger problems.
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My intent is never to leave you with an overwhelming list of recommendations and send you on your way. Instead, we'll work together to build habits that are sustainable, refine your plan as we learn more, and support you through each stage of your health journey.