Alumni / Leaders in the Field

AANMC Alumni & Speakers

Graduates of naturopathic medical programs from AANMC member schools are choosing and even creating their own careers, carving their own niche and helping to make the world a healthier place.

Discover the many diverse ways of practicing naturopathic medicine. Whether through private or integrated practice, research, travel or education – our AANMC alumni follow varied career paths and lead extraordinarily influential lives.

Meet our leaders in the field of naturopathic medicine:

Dr. Stacey Austin, ND – SCNM alumna
Esteemed naturopathic doctor, occupational therapist, yoga teacher and avid volunteer; former president of the Texas Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
Specialties: auto-immune and cardiovascular diseases, botanical medicine, fibromyalgia, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, nutrition, yoga.
Read Dr. Austin’s bio.

Dr. Kristy Anderson, ND – SCNM alumna
Medical advisor – bioregulatory medicine for Heel USA; serves at a national and international level for Heel USA medical education and medical literature development.
Specialties: naturopathic oncology (cancer) and environmental medicine.
Read Dr. Anderson’s bio.


Dr. Brent Barlow, ND - BINM alumnus
Practicing physician, The Kelowna Wellness Clinic, Kelowna, British Columbia. Author of To Feel Well: Improve Your Digestive System.
Specialties: using diet therapy, botanical medicine, nutritional supplementation, acupuncture, spinal manipulation and other physical medicine treatments to treat the causes of disease.
Read Dr. Barlow's bio.


Dr. Kurt Beil, ND - NCNM alumnus
Adjunct research faculty at the National College of Natural Medicine.
Specialties: environmental medicine, mind-body health, holistic approaches.
Read Dr. Beil's bio.

Dr. Bob Bernhardt, BSc, LLM, MEd, PhD
President of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM); former President of the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC).
Specialty: post-secondary education leadership.
Read Dr. Bernhardt's bio.

Dr. Timothy Birdsall, ND, FABNO - Bastyr alumnus
Vice president of the Integrative Medicine Cancer Treatment Centers of America and co-author of How to Prevent and Treat Cancer with Natural Medicine.
Specialty: naturopathic oncology.
Read Dr. Birdsall's bio.


Dr. Peter Bongiorno, ND, LAc – Bastyr alumnus
Major contributing writer, third edition of The Textbook of Natural Medicine.
Specialties: acupuncture, teaching.
Read Dr. Bongiorno’s bio.
 

Dr. Ryan Bradley, ND – Bastyr alumnus
Developed and supervises the Diabetes & Cardiovascular Wellness Program at Bastyr Center for Natural Health.
Specialties: diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance, cardiovascular conditions, metabolic syndrome (aka syndrome X), drug-nutrient combinations, antioxidants.
Read Dr. Bradley’s bio.
 
Dr. Kimberly Brown, ND, LAc – NCNM alumna
Teaches Oriental medicine at Guilford Technical Community College.
Specialties: Oriental medicine, acupuncture, physical therapy.
Read Dr. Brown’s bio.
 

Dr. Samyar Bukovcan, ND – Bastyr alumnus
Practicing physician and admissions advisor for Bastyr University.
Specialties: musculoskeletal medicine, IV therapy and diet and lifestyle modification.
Read Dr. Bukovcan's bio.

Dr. Ashley Burkman, ND - NUHS alumna
Practising physician, Connecticut Natural Health Specialists.
Specialties: gastroenterology, pediatrics and women’s health.
Read Dr. Burkman's bio.
 

  Dr. Mikyle Byrd-Vaughn, ND – UBCNM alumna
  Practicing health consultant, health care administrator and UBCNM professor.
  Specialties: natural therapies, clinical and research efforts
  Read Dr. Byrd-Vaughn's bio.

Dr. Carlo Calabrese, ND, MPH – NCNM alumnus
Senior investigator at the Helfgott Research Institute; research professor at NCNM.
Specialties: Research in diabetes and metabolic risk.
Read Dr. Calabrese's bio.
 

Dr. Eli Camp, ND – SCNM alumna
Faculty member at Everglades University, Sarasota, Fla., and Medical Director of More Thyme, LLC.
Specialties: homeopathic treatment of people who suffer from a variety of acute and chronic conditions.
Read Dr. Camp's Bio.

Dr. Mark Carney, ND, LAc – SCNM alumnus
Authored two upcoming books: Common Sense Medicine and A Faster’s Companion.
Specialties: acupuncture, pediatrics, women's and men's health, herbal medicine, nutrition; public speaking.
Read Dr. Carney’s bio. 
 

    Dr. Alan Christianson, ND – SCNM alumnus
   Practicing physician, founder of Integrative Health and co-author of "The Complete Idiot’s Guide to    Thyroid Disease.'' 
    Specialties: thyroid disorders and pain management.
   Read Dr. Christianson’s bio.

Dr. Michelle Clark, ND – NCNM alumna
AANP chair on the Alliance for State Licensing subcommittee.
Specialties: political activist for state licensure.
Read Dr. Clark’s bio.

Dr. Kieran Cooley, ND – CCNM alumnus
Associate director of research at Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Committed to fostering an evidence-based approach to naturopathic medicine.
Specialties: naturopathic medical research
Read Dr. Cooley's bio.


Dr. Kristina Conner, ND – Bastyr alumna
Faculty member at NUHS
Specialties: hydrotherapy, naturopathic primary care, diet & nutrition
Read Dr. Conner’s bio.

 

Dr. Peter D'Adamo, ND - Bastyr alumnus
AANP Physician of the Year. Editor emeritus, The Journal of Naturopathic Medicine. Prolific author of a series of nutrition books, including the New York Times bestseller, Eat Right 4 Your Type. Personalized medicine shift clinical instructor at UBCNM.
Specialties: General practice, nutrigenomic bioinformatics, epi-glycomics research (primary focus human blood groups).
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. D'Adamo.

Dr. Carrie Louise Daenell, ND – Bastyr alumna
Co-authored Better Breast Health for Life; earns an income in the top one percent of doctors in similar practices, nationally.
Specialties: menopause, hormonal issues, digestion, chronic fatigue, allergies, hepatitis,cholesterol levels, arthritis, immune challenges.
Read Dr. Daenell’s bio.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Daenell.

Dr. Stephanie Draus, ND – NCNM alumna
Founder of The Warrior Project, an organization dedicated to the prevention of domestic violence.
Specialties: addiction recovery, women’s health, mental health, digestive disorders, mind-body and physical medicine.
Read Dr. Draus’ bio.

Dr. Christian Dodge, ND – Bastyr alumnus
Practicing physician at Seattle Healing Arts Center and Bastyr Center for Natural Health; clinic core faculty member at Bastyr University.
Specialties: Management of physical injuries and pain syndromes using hands-on treatments including spinal, cranial, and visceral manipulation. Read Dr. Dodge's bio.

Dr. Greg Eckel, ND, LAc – NCNM alumnus
Practicing physician at an integrative medicine clinic.
Specialties: neurology, physical medicine and pediatrics.
Read Dr. Eckel's bio.

 

Dr. Amy Fasig, ND - Bastyr alumna
Practicing physician and adjunct faculty member at Bastyr University.
Specialties: women's health and integrative endocrinology.
Read Dr. Fasig's bio.


Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, ND – NCNM alumna
Co-author of Evaluating Low Plasma Homocysteine, contributing author of Laboratory Evaluations in Molecular Medicine.
Specialties: research, clinical education, consultation, metabolic profile interpretation; teleconferencing/lecturing.
Read Dr. Fitzgerald’s bio.

Dr. Laura Flanagan, ND – Bastyr alumna
On the WANP Board of Directors, works in an integrated private practice.
Specialties: Digestive health, women's health, allergies, autoimmunity, endocrine imbalances and the role environmental toxins play in chronic illness.
Read Dr. Flanagan's bio.

Dr. Scott Fogle, ND – NCNM alumnus
Director of clinical information and laboratory services for Life Extension.
Specialties: Combining advanced laboratory medicine with nutritional, homeopathic, pharmacological and botanical medicine.
Read Dr. Fogle’s bio.

 
Dr. Carolyn Fuller, ND – Bastyr alumna
Emphasizes "Docere" (doctor as teacher), supporting patients’ health care goals through empowerment and education.
Specialties: lifestyle factors, nutrition, exercise, botanical medicines, homeopathy, physical medicine and pharmaceuticals (as needed).
Read Dr. Fuller’s bio.

 
Dr. Judy Fulop, ND – NCNM alumna
Introduced House Bill #1591 and Senate Bill #1758 in the Illinois legislative process.
Specialties: nutrition, chronic autoimmune and gastrointestinal diseases, cancer, women’s health, integrative care, drug-herb-supplement interactions, homeopathy, botanicals, hydrotherapy.
Read Dr. Fulop’s bio.

 
Dr. Jeanne Galloway, ND – Bastyr alumna
Current president of the Texas Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
Specialties: allergy/asthma treatments, chronic medical conditions, menopausal symptom relief, skin problems, sleep disorders, gastrointestinal issues, herbal medicines, homeopathic remedies, hydrotherapy, detoxification treatments.
Read Dr. Galloway’s bio.

Dr. Clare Garcia, ND - SCNM alumna
Develops personalized treatment plans that stimulate the body's inner vital force of healing.
Specialties: hormone therapy, homeopathy, nutrition, IV treatments.
Read Dr. Garcia's bio.

Dr. Christine Girard, ND – NCNM alumna
Chief medical officer/executive vice president of clinical affairs at SCNM, expert panel member for the CAM Outcomes Research Project (CORP).
Specialties: lecturing on natural medicine, integrative medicine, naturopathic residency programs and child passenger safety.
Read Dr. Girard’s bio.

Dr. Jane Guiltinan, ND – Bastyr alumna
Dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine, Bastyr University; advisory council member, National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (NAAHP); past president, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP); first naturopathic physician in the country elected to a hospital board.
Specialties: women's health, nutrition, plant medicine, homeopathy; microbiology education, infectious diseases, physical/clinical diagnosis, gynecology and clinical laboratory diagnosis.
Read Dr. Guiltinan’s bio.

 Dr. Carl Hangee-Bauer – Bastyr alumnus
Instrumental figure in attaining licensure for NDs in California.
Specialties:  pain and injury managment, immune system challenges, cancer support, digestive issues, stress, anxiety, depression, chronic inflammatory disorders, fatigue and insomnia, acupuncture sports medicine, and smoking cessation.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Hangee-Bauer.

 
Dr. Diane Hawk, ND – SCNM alumna
Was an immunologist in the biomedical field for over 20 years prior to becoming a naturopath.
Specialties: homeopathy, nutrition, herbs, environmental medicine, diabetes, hydrotherapy, mind-body medicine; allergies, fibromyalgia, pain, colds, menopause, chemical sensitivities.
Read Dr. Hawk’s bio.

Dr. Sean Hesler, ND – SCNM alumnus
Founding member of Naturopaths Without Borders. Medical Director of MamaBaby Haiti in Cap Haitien. 2011 recipient of the SCNM Alumni Award for Community Service.
Specialties: Providing medical care to poor and underserved communities worldwide.
Read Dr. Hesler's bio.

Dr. David Hogg, ND – SCNM alumnus
Teaches and coaches patients.
Specialties: Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (BEST), mind-body medicine, homeopathy, botanicals, nutrition/supplementation, hydrotherapy, Jin Shin Jyutsu.
Read Dr. Hogg’s bio.

Dr. Tori Hudson, ND - NCNM alumna
First female full professor of naturopathic medicine in the United States. Author of Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine.
Specialties: women's health, nutrition, herbs, natural hormones, education, research, consulting.
Read Dr. Hudson's bio.

Dr. Jennifer Holdorf, ND - Bridgeport alumna
Founder of New Start Naturopathic. Certified as a FirstLine therapist.
Specialties: clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy and craniosacral therapy.
Read Dr. Holdorf's bio.
 

 

Dr. Daemon Jones, ND - Bridgeport alumna
Adjunct faculty member for Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts. Teaches healthy cooking to people living with chronic debilitating diseases.
Specialties: botanical medicine, nutrition and homeopathy.
Read Dr. Jones's bio.

Dr. Andrew Kaufmann, ND – SCNM alumnus
Has brought a naturopathic approach to diabetes treatment and prevention, working on an Apache reservation in Arizona.
Specialties: diabetes prevention, weight management, metabolic syndrome, endocrinology, healthy cooking, research in naturopathic approaches to weight loss.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Kaufmann.

Dr. Shyrose Karim, ND - SCNM alumna
Personal healing philosophy is to find and treat the root cause of the illness or disease in the body.
Specialties: nutritional counseling, supplement counseling, intravenous vitamin therapy, acupuncture, acute homeopathics
Read Dr. Karim's bio.

Dr. Guru Sandesh Khalsa, ND - NCNM alumnus
President of the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC); President of Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.
Specialties: ND accreditation, leadership
Read Dr. Khalsa's bio.

Dr. Lena Kian, ND - Bastyr alumna
Believes that given the opportunity and a supportive environment, the body has an incredible ability to heal itself.
Specialties: hypertension and diabetes
Read Dr. Kian's bio.


Dr. Patti Kim, ND – NCNM alumna
Applies Eastern and Western philosophies to the prevention of chronic, degenerative illnesses.
Specialties: classical Chinese medicine, homeostasis, clinical nutrition, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, botanicals, acupuncture, qi gong, lifestyle counseling.
Read Dr. Kim’s bio.

Dr. Eva Kozura, ND – Bastyr alumna
June 2011 Bastyr graduate about to begin her residency at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health.
Specialties: medical nutrition therapy (registered dietician); general family practice, including pediatrics; preconception and prenatal care; acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Kozura.

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Dr. Sally LaMont, ND, LAc – NCNM alumna
Associate professor at San Francisco State University’s Department of Health Education’s Institute for Holistic Healing Studies.
Specialties: acupuncture, naturopathic medical science, traditional Chinese medicine; natural foods cooking instructor.
Read Dr. LaMont’s bio.


Dr. Melanie Landers, ND – NCNM alumna
Focuses on food, chemical, and environmental sensitivities.
Specialties: mind-body connection, pediatrics, women’s health, fertility, cancer, nutrition.
Read Dr. Landers’ bio.
 

Dr. Deborah Lantz, ND – Bastyr alumna
Associate dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University.
Specialties: homeopathy and naturopathic modalities.
Read Dr. Lantz's bio.
 

Dr. Frank LaRosa, ND – UBCNM alumnus
Supervising doctor for ND students in UBCNM's clinic lab.
Specialties: combining oriental and naturopathic medical philosophies in patient treatment, weight loss and nutrition.
Read Dr. LaRosa's bio.
 

Dr. Lee, ND, LAc – UBCNM alumna
Owns private practice, worked as a pharmaceutical chemical engineer prior to enrolling in ND school.
Specialties: Natural approaches to infertility treatment.
Read Dr. Lee's bio.

Dr. Brian Leung, ND, DC – UBCNM alumnus
Focuses on emotional, nutritional and structural assessments from a chiropractic and naturopathic perspective.
Specialties: chiropractic biophysics, Sankaran homeopathy, bio-identical hormones, applied kinesiology.
Read Dr. Leung's bio.

Dr. Tara Levy, ND – Bastyr alumna
Helped lead the movement to license NDs in California, and defines success in two words: family and balance.
Specialties: pregnancy, pediatrics, women's health, cancer support; lecturer.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Levy.

Dr. Pina LoGiudice, ND, LAc – Bastyr alumna
Clinical director of InnerSource Natural Health, building the first truly naturopathic and integrative center for women’s health, pregnancy and children. Past vice president of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
Specialties: women's health, pregnancy, children's health.
Read Dr. LoGiudice's bio.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. LoGiudice.


Dr. Marnie Loomis, ND – NCNM alumna
Director of continuing education and alumni affairs at NCNM.
Specialties: gastrointestinal disorders, women’s cancer screenings, highly sensitive people, nutrition’s impact on health; teaching, researching, writing.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Loomis.
Read Dr. Loomis’ bio.
 
Dr. Holly Lucille, ND – SCNM alumna
Author of Creating and Maintaining Balance: A Women’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health.
Specialties: public health education, addiction and recovery, nutrition and exercise, menopause and andropause, holistic approaches to healing; lecturer.
Read Dr. Lucille’s bio.

Dr. Andrea Maxim, ND – CCNM alumna
Practitioner with a keen interest in diet and lifestyle counseling.
Specialties: designing individualized therapeutic weight loss and hormone balance plans for her patients.
Read Dr. Maxim's bio.

Dr. Matt Mitchell, ND – SCNM alumnus
Private practitioner dedicated to fostering the natural healing properties of the body.
Specialties: clinical nutrition anti-aging therapies, natural and bioidentical hormones, medical weight loss programs, lifestyle education, and musculoskeletal pain management.
Read Dr. Mitchell's bio.

Dr. William Mitchell, ND – Bastyr alumnus
Esteemed naturopathic doctor and educator, practiced from 1998 to 2006; left a profound yet very personal influence on naturopaths worldwide.
Specialties: internationally renowned expert in botanical medicine, pharmacognosy, spiritual essence of plant medicines, teaching kundalini yoga. 
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Mitchell.

Dr. Paul Mittman, ND, DHANP – NCNM alumnus
Founding president of AANMC, current president of SCNM.
Specialties: nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, homeopathy, botanical medicine; researcher, author, public speaker.
Read Dr. Mittman’s bio.


 
Dr. Jana Nalbandian, ND – Bastyr alumna
Faculty member at Bastyr University, clinical faculty member at Bastyr Center for Natural Health.
Specialties: women’s health care, botanical medicine, homeopathy, physical medicine, therapeutic nutrition.
Read Dr. Nalbandian’s bio.

 
Dr. Steve Nenninger, ND – NCNM alumnus
Founding donor of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians (NYANP).
Specialties: correcting imbalances, homeopathy, Chinese and Western herbs, supplements, nutrients; public speaker.
Read Dr. Nenninger’s bio.

Dr. Amy Neuzil, ND – SCNM alumna
Current vice president of the Texas Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
Specialties: counseling, nutrition, physical activity, overall quality of life.
Read Dr. Neuzil’s bio.

Dr. Jody Noé, ND – Bastyr alumna
Practitioner of traditional Cherokee medicine; founding member of the Botanical Medicine Academy.
Specialties: family heath care, integrative oncology, treatment of HIV/Aids and chronic disease.
Read Dr. Noé's bio.

 
Dr. Tabatha Parker, ND – NCNM alumna
Co-founder, executive director and medical director of Natural Doctors International (NDI).
Specialties: diseases of poverty and socio-economic status, parasites, upper respiratory infections, diabetes, hypertension, women's health issues.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Parker.

Dr. Jaquel Patterson, ND – UBCNM alumna
Works on health care initiatives pertaining to issues such as childhood obesity, senior wellness, employee wellness, improved patient care and quality of health care services.
Specialties: health care administration
Read Dr. Patterson's bio.


Dr. Shelese Pratt, ND – NCNM alumna
Studies and practices Brain Integration Technique (BIT) – applied physiology and acupressure for learning difficulties, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, and emotional trauma.
Specialties: clinical nutrition, homeopathy, botanical medicine, hydrotherapy.
Read Dr. Pratt’s bio.

Dr. Michelle Qaqundah, ND – NCNM alumna
Director of naturopathic medicine at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA).
Specialties: women’s health, oncology.
Read Dr. Qaqundah’s bio.


Dr. Betty Radelet, DC, ND – NCNM alumna
Oldest practicing naturopathic physician in Oregon; broke new ground by earning her ND degree in 1968, as a widowed mother of seven.
Specialties: women’s health, pediatrics, gerontology, touch for health, diet and exercise for disease prevention; lecturer.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Radelet.

Dr. Loren Riccio, ND, LM, CPM – Bastyr alumna
Adjunct faculty at Bastyr University, certified midwife.
Specialties: Midwifery, pediatrics and prenatal complications. Providing continuity of care for women and their families that begins at preconception and continues throughout life’s transitions for mother, baby, and family.
Read Dr. Riccio's bio.
 

Jud Richland, MPH, MPA
CEO, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP)
Focus: state and federal advocacy efforts, increasing public awareness of naturopathic medicine, expanding research and educational offerings, collaborating with organizations that share AANP's vision, and helping AANP-member NDs build successful practices.
Read Mr. Richland's bio.

Dr. Maya Roth, ND - UBCNM Alumna
Emphasizes risk modification, lifestyle optimization and hormone balance.
Specialties: integrative family medicine, women's health, children's health and environmental medicine.
Read Dr. Roth's bio. 
 

Dr. Daniel  Rubin, ND, FABNO - SCNM alumnus
Founding president of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP), founding vice-chairperson of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology Board of Medical Examiners.
Specialty: Oncology
Read Dr. Rubin's bio.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Rubin.
 

  Dr. Dugald Seely, ND, MSc, BSc
  Director of research at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM).
  Specialities: integrative cancer care.
  Read Dr. Seely’s bio.
 

Dr. Steven Sinclair, ND, LAc – SCNM alumnus
Associate editor for The Alternative Medicine Review.
Specialties: natural and botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy.
Read Dr. Sinclair’s bio.
 

Dr. Barbara Siminovich-Blok, ND - UBCNM alumna
Adjunct professor of biochemistry at UBCNM and resident physician at Griffin Integrative Medical Center.
Specialties: pain management and traditional Chinese medicine.
Read Dr. Siminovich-Blok's bio.

Dr. Kelly Simms, Naturopathic Resident – SCNM alumna
Selected as one of two participants in the country for the Integrative Therapeutics-STAIR Residency program, which emphasizes integrative medical practice.
Specialties: nutrition, gastroenterology, endocrinology, research science, mentoring, community involvement and national lobbying.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Simms.

Dr. DeJarra Kamil Sims, ND – SCNM alumna
Creator of the Board Saturation Preparation (BSP) program for naturopathic medical students.
Specialties: Holistic drug and alcohol rehabilitation, naturopathic medical board preparation.
Read Dr. Sims' bio.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Sims.


Dr. Shannon Sinsheimer, ND – NCNM alumna
Also studied homeopathy in Mumbai, India.
Specialties: lifestyle counseling, diet modification, nutritional supplementation, homeopathy, botanicals; neurological conditions, pulmonary wellness, endocrine disorders.
Read Dr. Sinsheimer’s bio.
 

Dr. Jared Skowron, ND – NCNM alumnus
Faculty member of UBCNM; private practitioner and author of Fundamentals of Naturopathic Pediatrics.
Specialties: autism, ADHD, pediatrics
Read Dr. Skowron's bio.
 

Dr. Fraser Smith, ND – CCNM alumnus
Assistant dean of the naturopathic medicine program at NUHS; president of the Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
Specialties: naturopathic medical education
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Smith.
Read Dr. Smith's bio.


Dr. Michael Smith, ND – SCNM alumnus
Member of several naturopathic associations.
Specialties: classical homeopathy, clinical nutrition, diabetes.
Read Dr. Smith’s bio.



Dr. Sharon Stills, ND – SCNM alumna
Began as a massage therapist; now brings European medicine to the US, particularly, to the yet unlicensed state of New York.
Specialties: European biological medicine, esogetic colorpuncture, cancer treatment, bio-identical hormone replacement; national lecturer, medical consultant.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Stills.

Dr. Rob "Doc Rob" Streisfeld, ND – SCNM alumnus
Educational speaker and author of A Healthier Ever After, focusing on lessons for more healthful living.
Specialty: education
Read Dr. Streisfeld's bio.

Dr. Emily Telfair, ND – Bastyr alumna
Researcher for Pinnacle Care International, a healthcare advocacy group based in Baltimore, MD.
Specialties: Clinical nutrition, lifestyle counseling, homeopathy, botanical medicine & craniosacral therapy.
Read Dr. Telfair's bio.

Dr. Sara Thyr, ND, LAc, LM – Bastyr alumna
Co-authored Refined to Real Food; president of the New Hampshire Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
Specialties: detoxification, women’s health, infertility, midwifery, pediatrics, family medicine; lecturer, teacher.
Read Dr. Thyr’s bio.

Michael Traub, ND, DHANP, CCH, FABNO – NCNM alumnus
Prominent educator and proponent of naturopathic medicine, currently researching the benefits of vitamin D.
Specialties: cancer, dermatology, homeopathy, education, consultation and helping others achieve balance in life.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Traub.

Meghan Walker, ND, & Erin Wiley, ND – CCNM alumni
Cofounders and codirectors of the Integrative Health Institute in Toronto, Ontario.
Specialties: environmental medicine, digestive health, cancer prevention, autoimmune conditions, healthful weight loss, endocrinology and anxiety and depression.
See our Spotlight feature on Drs. Walker and Wiley.

Wendy Weber, ND, PhD, MPH – Bastyr alumna
Research associate professor at Bastyr University, supervisor of the ADHD wellness clinic at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health; AANP member and convention research committee co-chair.
Specialties: mental health conditions and issues, abdominal pain, headaches and allergies.
Read Dr. Weber’s bio.

Dr. Maurice Werness, ND – Bastyr alumnus
Co-authored several books on natural healing.
Specialties: mental, physical and emotional components of health, biochemistry, herbal medicine, nutrition; speaking, teaching.
Read Dr. Werness’ bio.


Dr. Doni Wilson, ND, LM – Bastyr alumna
President of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians (NYANP).
Specialties: women’s and children’s health, midwifery; midwife, doula, speaker.
Read Dr. Wilson’s bio.



Dr. Donese Worden, ND, MA – SCNM alumna
Has found success as a doctor from day one, in a career she finds both deeply satisfying and financially rewarding.
Specialties: bioenergetic medicine, cold laser, therapeutic injections, mind/body therapies; public lecturer/educator.
See our Spotlight feature on Dr. Worden.

Dr. Joanne Wu, ND, LAc – NCNM alumna
Previously an ecosystem biologist; believes in combining ancient and modern knowledge, yin and yang, Eastern and Western, art and science.
Specialties: acupuncture, Chinese/Oriental medicine, intrinsic natural healing abilities, our connection to our environment.
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Dr. JoAnn Yanez, ND - SCNM alumna
Executive Director, AANMC. Former board member, NYANP and CNME. Recipient of the SCNM Legacy and NYANP Physician of the Year awards in recognition of commitment to promoting excellence in naturopathic medicine.
Specialty: promotion of high quality naturopathic medical education in the U.S. and Canada.

Read Dr. Yanez's bio.

Dr. Renee Young, ND - UBCNM alumna
Values the variety of tools utilzed in naturopathic medicine.
Specialties: women's health, weight loss and hormonal issues.
Read Dr. Young's bio.
 
 

Dr. Eugene R. Zampieron, ND, MH (AHG) - Bastyr alumnus
Founding advisory board member and senior-most faculty member of the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Specialties: pharmacognosy, ethnobotany and geriatrics with an emphasis on holistic rheumatology.
Read Dr. Zampieron's bio.

Dr. Heather Zwickey, PhD – NCNM faculty
Director of research at the Helfgott Research Institute, assistant professor of immunology (both at NCNM).
Specialties: research in botanicals, hydrotherapy, energy medicine, effects of diet on inflammation and immune activation; microbiology, infectious disease, vaccine development, autoimmunity; researcher, lecturer, professor.
Read Dr. Zwickey’s bio.

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