Our NDs have a strong focus on all women’s health conditions.
We have supported the unique health needs of thousands of women’s through adolescence, young adulthood, pregnancy and post-partum, perimenopause and after menopause.
Some of the conditions we treat include:
- Adrenal Conditions
- Bacterial and Atrophic Vaginitis
- Bio-Identical Hormone Prescriptions
- Cervical Dysplasia and HPV
- Endometriosis
- Fertility
- Fibrocystic Breasts
- Irregular periods
- Menopausal and Perimenopausal Symptoms
- Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding)
- Osteoporosis
- Ovarian Cysts
- Painful Periods
- Perimenopausal Neurological Symptoms
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Premenstrual Syndrome and PMDD
- Fertility
- Fibrocystic Breasts
- Irregular periods
- Menopausal and Perimenopausal Symptoms
- Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding)
- Osteoporosis
- Ovarian Cysts
- Painful Periods
- Perimenopausal Neurological Symptoms
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Premenstrual Syndrome and PMDD
- Pituitary Conditions
- Recurrent Yeast Infections
- Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections
- Sleep Disorders
- Uterine Fibroids
Naturopathic Women's Health: How it Works
The first visit for women’s health is 90 minutes long, which will include a full health assessment by your naturopathic doctor. After taking an extensive history if we need more information we may suggest lab tests that are typically carried out before your next visit to the clinic.
Hormonal conditions are complex and interrelated. We use laboratory testing to understand the true nature of hormonal imbalances so we can correct hormones in relationship to each other.
Our NDs also have a deep knowledge of the hormonal cycles in women and what levels should be at different times. Knowing WHEN to test is as important as knowing WHAT to test, when it comes to hormones! The right testing eliminates guessing and helps patients achieve their goals.
At the end of your first visit, you’ll receive the first stage of your treatment plan including diet suggestions/meal plans, lifestyle counseling, botanical medicine, supplements, and lifestyle suggestions.
Our prescribing NDs also offer bio-identical hormone therapy including NDT (Thyroid), Progesterone and Estrogen formulations to address various hormonal needs.
For women looking to support their pregnancy health, our naturopathic pregnancy and birth program can optimize health for both yourself and baby, and prepare your body for labour.
Our Doctors who are taking New Patients for Women's Health
Articles on Women's Health
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Folic Acid and Folate – What’s the Difference?
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Maca for Depression in Women
Depression is a common condition that many women will experience at one point in their lives. It’s common to experience depression around times of hormonal shifts, such as menopause, premenstrually, or postpartum. Many women do not want to use anti-depressants, or hormone based drugs to treat. There may be a new herbal alternative to address hormonally mediated depression in women.
