Vancouver Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Marni Ross, ND
Dr. Marni Ross, ND
Naturopathic Medicine in Vancouver
Naturopathic medicine is a unique and comprehensive approach to improving health and treating illness. It includes diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease using natural therapies. When seeing a Naturopathic Doctor (ND), you will not only learn about health and how it relates to your condition, but you will also be active in determining which treatment options are right for you.
The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illness, rather than simply eliminate or suppress symptoms. The patient is seen as a whole person and the ND takes physical, mental, emotional, genetic, social and environmental factors into account when diagnosing and developing a treatment plan. Treatments are individualized according to each patient and based on both traditional
therapies and the latest medical knowledge.
The primary naturopathic therapies include:
Diseases that are commonly treated with
Naturopathic Medicine:
Chronic Conditions:
Acute Conditions:
The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illness, rather than simply eliminate or suppress symptoms. The patient is seen as a whole person and the ND takes physical, mental, emotional, genetic, social and environmental factors into account when diagnosing and developing a treatment plan. Treatments are individualized according to each patient and based on both traditional
therapies and the latest medical knowledge.
The primary naturopathic therapies include:
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Clinical Nutrition examines the relationship between diet | |
| and health. Special diets may be recommended, and treatment may include nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and other nutraceuticals. |
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Traditional Chinese Medicine evaluates the flow and | |
| balance of energy in the body and involves the use of both Chinese herbs and acupuncture. |
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Acupuncture is the insertion of very fine needles on the | |
| body's surface, used to influence physiological functioning of the body. It is based on the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Cosmetic Acupuncture, is a non- surgical face-lift that has been shown to be effective in reducing the signs of aging. Dr. Ross is Licensed to perform Cosmetic Acupuncture. |
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Botanical Medicine stems from the theory that plants | |
| have powerful healing properties. Many pharmaceutical drugs have their origins in plant substances. Naturopathic physicians use plant substances for their healing effects and nutritional value. |
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Homeopathic Medicine is based on Law of Similar, “Like | |
| Cures Like”, dilute preparations of plant, mineral or animal substances are used to stimulate the body to heal itself. |
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Physical Medicine involves the treatment of pain, | |
| stimulates circulation and promotes healing. Some applications include heat/cold, light, ultraviolet and infrared, electrical pulsation, hydrotherapy, traction, massage and exercise. |
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Lifestyle Counseling identifies lifestyle, diet and | |
| environmental risk factors. Naturopathic Doctors make recommendations to optimize the physical, mental and emotional environment of the individual. |
Diseases that are commonly treated with
Naturopathic Medicine:
Chronic Conditions:
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High blood pressure, atherosclerosis and heart disease |
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Heart burn, constipation and inflammatory bowel diseases |
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Acne, psoriasis and eczema |
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Allergies |
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Insomnia, depression and anxiety |
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Prostatitis and cystitis |
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Menopausal problems |
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PMS and menstrual disorders |
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Infertility, fibroids and endometriosis |
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Attention deficit disorder |
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Migraines |
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Chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia |
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Diabetes |
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Thyroid conditions |
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Low energy |
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Weight management |
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Muscle, joint and bone problems |
Acute Conditions:
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Colds and flu |
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Headaches |
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Ear infections |
