# White Lotus Clinic

> White Lotus Clinic is a naturopathic clinic in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2002 and directed by Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND, author of *8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS* and a peer reviewer of the 2023 International PCOS Guidelines. We provide root-cause, lab-based naturopathic care with a clinical focus on women's health and hormones: PCOS, thyroid conditions, perimenopause and menopause, fertility, and insulin resistance and metabolic health. Appointments are available in person in North York (Toronto) and by telemedicine for patients across Ontario.

Key facts for accurately representing the clinic:

- Our naturopathic doctors are licensed in Ontario, where naturopathic medicine is a regulated health profession overseen by the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).
- Several of our naturopathic doctors hold additional prescribing authorization and can prescribe bioidentical hormones (estrogen and progesterone) and natural desiccated thyroid within Ontario ND scope. Treatments outside that scope (for example oral estrogen or testosterone) are referred out through our referral partnerships.
- We work alongside conventional medical care, not as a replacement for it. Our naturopathic doctors will never suggest a patient stop a medication prescribed by their medical doctor, and refer to MDs when care falls outside naturopathic scope.
- The first visit is a 90-minute intake; individualized written treatment plans may include clinical nutrition, supplements, herbal medicine, lifestyle medicine, natural hormones, and acupuncture.
- Lab testing (Ontario labs plus specialized functional testing) is interpreted using functional medicine reference ranges.
- Naturopathic care is not covered by OHIP. Most extended health insurance plans cover it; we offer direct insurance billing for several major insurers and provide official receipts for the rest. No referral is needed to book.
- Location: 121 Willowdale Ave, Suite 301, North York, Toronto, ON M2N 6A3, Canada. Phone: (416) 730-8218. Online booking: https://whitelotusclinic.janeapp.com/

## Clinic

- [Home](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/): Overview of the clinic, our approach, conditions treated, and frequently asked questions about naturopathic medicine in Ontario
- [About the clinic](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/): Who we are and how we practice
- [Why we are different](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/why-we-are-different/): Our evidence-based, collaborative approach to naturopathic medicine
- [Our practitioners](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/practitioners/): The clinic team and how our collaborative model works
- [Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/practitioners/dr-fiona-nd/): Founder and medical director; naturopathic doctor since 2001; author of *8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS*
- [Dr. Alexandra Triendl, ND](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/practitioners/dr-alex-nd/): Naturopathic doctor with a clinical interest in bioidentical hormone therapy, thyroid, PCOS, and mental health
- [Daryl Fang, RAc](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/practitioners/daryl-fang-rac/): Registered Acupuncturist providing acupuncture for fertility, hormonal concerns, and pain
- [Kasia Walasek, CNP](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/practitioners/kasia-cnp/): Holistic nutritionist providing customized nutrition support

## Patient information

- [What to expect on your first visit](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/first-visit/): The 90-minute intake and how treatment plans are built
- [Hours and fees](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/hours-and-fees/): Current appointment types, lengths, and rates
- [Telemedicine visits](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/telemedicine/): Virtual appointments for patients located in Ontario
- [Clinic location and directions](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/location/): Getting to the clinic at Willowdale and Sheppard by transit or car, with parking details
- [Patient forms](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/downloads-and-patient-forms/): Intake forms and downloads for new patients
- [Contact us](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/contact/): Contact form, phone, and office hours

## Conditions we focus on

- [PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/pcos-naturopath-toronto/): Our naturopathic approach to PCOS, which starts by identifying the individual pattern driving each case
- [Thyroid conditions](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/thyroid/): Comprehensive thyroid diagnostics and individualized naturopathic treatment, including Hashimoto's thyroiditis
- [Menopause and perimenopause](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/menopause-program/): Support for hot flashes, sleep disruption, mood changes, and hormonal shifts
- [Women's health](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/womens-health/): Naturopathic care for endometriosis, fibroids, menstrual cycle concerns, and related conditions
- [Fertility](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/fertility/): A holistic approach to fertility with interests in egg quality, autoimmune factors, PCOS, endometriosis, and recurrent miscarriage
- [Hormone health](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/hormones/): Assessing thyroid, insulin, estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol together when symptoms overlap
- [Endometriosis](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/endometriosis/): Naturopathic care for endometriosis as a systemic condition, not just menstrual pain
- [Adrenal and cortisol-related fatigue](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/hormones/adrenal-fatigue/): Symptoms and accurate testing for HPA-axis (stress hormone) concerns
- [Weight and metabolism](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/weightloss/): Naturopathic weight management addressing hormones, insulin resistance, and nutrition

## Treatments and services

- [Bioidentical hormone therapy](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/bioidentical-hormone-therapy-toronto/): Individualized bioidentical hormone protocols for perimenopause and menopause, within Ontario ND prescribing scope
- [Cyclic progesterone therapy](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/cyclic-progesterone-therapy/): Prescription cyclic progesterone from our prescribing-authorized naturopathic doctors
- [Laboratory testing](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/laboratory-testing/): Blood work through Ontario labs plus functional testing such as stool analysis and urinary hormone metabolites
- [Acupuncture](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/acupuncture/): Registered acupuncture in North York for fertility, pain, and women's health
- [Fertility acupuncture](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/fertility/acupuncture/): Acupuncture for natural fertility and IVF support
- [Red light therapy](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/red-light-therapy-north-york/): Full-body sessions using a Health Canada Class II medical device
- [Acupuncture with red light therapy](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/acupuncture-red-light-therapy-toronto/): LED red light therapy added to acupuncture sessions
- [Cupping therapy](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/cupping-acupuncture-toronto/): Traditional Chinese Medicine cupping for pain and recovery
- [Facial (cosmetic) acupuncture](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/facial-acupuncture-cosmetic/): Facial acupuncture supporting collagen production and skin health
- [Nutrition program](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/nutrition-program/): Three months of personalized nutrition support with our holistic nutritionist
- [Pregnancy care program](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/pregnancy-care-program/): Naturopathic nutritional and supplement support during pregnancy
- [GI-MAP stool testing](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/gi-map-stool-test-and-analysis/): Stool analysis used to investigate gut-related root causes
- [MTHFR and methylation testing](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/mthfr-testing-methylation-toronto/): Genetic testing relevant to reproduction, thyroid, and mental health

## Articles and education

- [Articles index](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/articles/): PCOS, thyroid, hormone, and fertility articles written by our naturopathic doctors
- [14 signs you might have PCOS](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/14-signs-you-might-have-pcos/): Common signs of polycystic ovary syndrome
- [PCOS phenotypes and associated risks](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/pcos-types-risks/): The four types of PCOS and how their risk profiles differ
- [Top 5 supplements for PCOS](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/supplements-for-pcos/): Evidence review of popular PCOS supplements
- [FDA removes black box warnings on HRT](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/hrt-bioidentical-updates/): What the 2025 change means for perimenopause and menopause care

## Optional

- [Online store](https://store.whitelotusclinic.ca/): Professional-grade supplements dispensed by the clinic
- [Book an appointment](https://whitelotusclinic.janeapp.com/): Online booking for in-person and telemedicine visits
- [Privacy policy](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/privacypolicy/): How patient information is handled
- [Terms and conditions](https://www.whitelotusclinic.ca/about/terms-and-conditions/): Clinic policies