Question 1

What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Accepted Answer

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of of primary health care that emphasizes prevention and the self-healing process through the use of natural therapies.

Our guiding principles: 
Do no harm to the patient 
Identify and treat the cause
Treat the whole person
Harness the body’s inherent wisdom to heal itself
Elevate patient health literacy.
Reduce risk of disease by focusing on prevention

Question 2

Why work with a Naturopathic Doctor?

Accepted Answer

Naturopathic Doctors undergo 4+ years of education at accredited naturopathic medical university or college which consists of 2 years of biomedical didactic courses and 2 years of supervised clinical experience. Two national board exams must be passed to obtain licensure. Not to be confused with a "naturopath", where an online degree can be obtained without any clinical experience.

In Arizona, naturopathic doctors can work as primary care physicians, order labs, and prescribe prescription medications. Our training includes botanical medicine, physical medicine, nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine, and other nature cure modalities in addition to pharmacology.

Question 3

Do you Accept Insurance?

Accepted Answer

I am not contracted with any insurance providers or bill insurance directly. This allows me to provide higher quality care, a detailed treatment plan, and spend more time with my patients to better understand your needs. All of my pricing is transparent and you will not encounter any hidden fees.

Question 4

Can you be my Primary Care Provider?

Accepted Answer

While Naturopathic Doctors are trained as Primary Care Physicians (PCP’s), I provide adjunctive care for concerns related to mental and menstrual health. Virtual client’s are required to have established care with a PCP in their area to conduct physical exams, overall health maintenance, and manage certain medications.

Question 5

Can I work with you if I don't reside in Arizona?

Accepted Answer

I am currently only licensed in the state of Arizona, therefore, I can’t be your doctor if you live outside of the state. However, I do offer health coaching and education including providing more information about a diagnosis, indications for various treatments, and referrals and resources in your area.

Question 6

How do I start my Healthcare Journey With you?

Accepted Answer

If you are interested in receiving quality care from the comfort of your home, start your journey by booking a discovery call with me. This is a great way for us to get to know one another and see if we'd be a good fit to continue your care. I am accepting patients/clients, so book your introductory call today!

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