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Damen Optimal Health And Fitness Naturopathic Medicine Doctor with plants

Naturopathic Medicine

How Naturopathic Medicine Works:​

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 naturopathic medicine practice involves disease diagnosis, 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.  Disease symptoms are warning signals of improper body functioning and unfavourable lifestyle habits. The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illnesses rather than simply treating or suppressing symptoms.

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

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Your initial naturopathic assessment consists of a thorough health history exploring all aspects that impact your health. The physical problem-focused examination will utilize standard medical techniques and Oriental/Chinese observation of the tongue and pulse to form an assessment, which will help identify the source of the problem.  It may be necessary to analyze blood, urine, saliva, hair, and other functional tests, as well as review conventional medical reports and labs. 

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Our Naturopathic Doctor will then go over the diagnosis and suggest therapies that may be used to treat the problem.  Depending on the case's complexity, the recommended treatment is often prescribed and performed on the first visit. Our Naturopathic Doctor will inform you of the extent of the recommended treatment and how long it can be expected to last. The goal is to resolve and restore optimal health.

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Our Naturopathic Doctor at Damen Optimal Health and Fitness works alongside the other practitioners to assist patients in achieving full recovery and optimal health and well-being. The typical naturopathic initial assessment takes between 60 and 90 minutes.​

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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.

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Damen Optimal Health Team Dispensary:​

Our dispensary carries various professional products, such as vitamins and homeopathics, to provide you with the highest quality and most convenient services. The items provided in the dispensary are there for our customers' convenience and to help keep you and your family feeling their best. Clients may purchase their products from any dispensary if they so choose.

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Benefits Of Naturopathic Medicine:​​

The word "Doctor" comes from the Latin, docere, to teach. We believe education is power. The Doctors at Damen Optimal Health and Fitness strive to share information and knowledge with their patients and the general public to encourage self-responsibility for health and enhance society's general health.

 

In treating both acute and chronic conditions, naturopathic treatments are chosen based on the individual's physiological, structural, psychological, social, spiritual, environmental and lifestyle factors.

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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

  • Fertility

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Hot flashes

  • Hormonal Imbalances

  • Heart disease

  • Insomnia

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

  • Migraines

  • Men's Health issues

  • Menopause/Perimenopause

  • Parasites

  • Seasonal Allergies

  • Skin disorders

  • Thyroid Issues

  • Weight Control

  • Women's Health Issues
     

Our team is here to support you and address the cause of your illnesses rather than simply treating or suppressing symptoms.

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Naturopathic Medicine Fees:​

Initial Assessment: $175

Follow Up Appointment: $100

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