Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Medicine is a specialized primary health care profession that integrates effective traditional and natural forms of medicine with modern evidence –based scientific knowledge and western medical diagnostics.

The practice of naturopathic medicine involves disease diagnosis as well as treatment and prevention using natural therapies. The philosophy is to restore and stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself and to treat the underlying cause of illness, disease or injury.  Symptoms of disease are seen as warning signals of improper functioning of the body, and unfavourable lifestyle habits. The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illnesses, rather than simply treating or suppressing symptoms.

Naturopathic Medicine at Damen Optimal Health addresses the whole person and emphasizes disease as a process rather than as an entity. In other words, the Naturopathic Doctor is focused on the “why” as well as with the “what” of an illness or disease. By selecting natural medicinal substances and holistic healing techniques your ND reduces many risks associated with pharmaceutical interventions, by avoiding the suppression of symptoms when possible and stimulating the individual’s unique healing process.

Naturopathic Medicine is commonly used to treat the following conditions:

  • Anxiety/Stress

  • Arthritis

  • Acid Reflux

  • Blood pressure control

  • Bloating

  • Candidiasis

  • Chronic Fatigue

  • Chronic Pain

  • Lowering Cholesterol

  • Celiac and Colitis

  • Constipation

  • Depression

  • Digestive Disorders

  • Eczema

  • ADHD/Hyperactive Behaviour

  • Food Sensitivities

The word “Doctor” comes from the Latin, docere, to teach. Education is power. The Doctors at Damen Optimal Health Team strive to share information and knowledge with their patients and the general public in order to encourage self-responsibility for health, and enhance the health of society in general.

Treating both acute and chronic conditions, naturopathic treatments are chosen based on the individual  patient – their physiological, structural, psychological, social, spiritual, environment and lifestyle factors.

  • Fertility

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Hot flashes

  • Hormonal Imbalances

  • Heart disease

  • Insomnia

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

  • Migraines

  • Mens Health issues

  • Menopause/Peri menopause

  • Parasites

  • Seasonal Allergies

  • Skin disorders

  • Thyroid Issues

  • Weight Control

  • Womens Health Issues

Damen Optimal Health Team Dispensary:

Our dispensary conveniently carries a variety of professional naturopathic products, vitamins and homeopathics. In order to provide you with the highest quality and most convenient services, our dispensary carries a variety of professional products and homeopathics to help keep you and your family feeling their best. The items provided in the dispensary are there for the convenience of our customers. Customers may purchase their products from any dispensary if they so choose.”

No referral is necessary to be assessed or treated by our Naturopathic Doctor.  We do welcome patients who have been referred by their family doctor or other health care professionals.

The initial naturopathic assessment consists of a thorough health history that will explore all aspects that impact your health. The physical problem focused examination will utilize standard medical techniques and Oriental/Chinese observation of tongue, pulse to form assessment which will help identify the source of the problem.  It may be necessary to conduct an analysis of blood, urine, saliva, hair and other functional tests; as well as review of conventional medical reports and labs. The Naturopathic Doctor will then go over the diagnosis and the suggested therapies that may be used to treat the problem.  The recommended treatment is often prescribed and performed on the first visit depending on the complexity of the case. The typical naturopathic initial assessment takes between 60 and 90 minutes. The Naturopath will inform the patient of the extent of treatment recommended and how long it can be expected to last. The goal of the Naturopathic is to resolve and restore optimal health. The Naturopathic Doctor at Damen Optimal Health Team works side by side with the other practitioners in order to assist patients in achieving full recovery and their optimal state of health and well-being.