Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine is a unique and distinct system of healthcare. Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are experts in natural medicine, and have unique training in integrating evidence-informed natural therapies with conventional medical care. NDs focus on whole patient wellness, with special attention given to preventative medicine, nutrition and lifestyle factors that can promote health and prevent disease. We provide individualized, evidence-informed care that utilizes the body’s inherent ability to maintain and restore health.
Our providers have doctorates from accredited, four-year, post-graduated, residential naturopathic medical programs. Naturopathic medical training includes comprehensive study of conventional medical sciences (including anatomy, physiology, pathology, cardiology, gynecology, gastroenterology, etc) as well as extensive training in a wide variety of natural therapies (including botanical medicine, nutrition, IV therapy, etc).
NDs are trained in primary care medicine with the ability to diagnose, treat and manage patients with acute and chronic conditions. Conditions we commonly see and treat in our clinic include:
Menstrual Issues (cramps, heavy bleeding, irregular cycles, PMS/PMDD, PCOS, Endometriosis, Fibroids)
Perimenopausal & Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Fertility & Preconception Care (for all genders)
Chronic Fatigue
Digestive Concerns (including IBS, IBD, SIBO, GERD)
Environmental Allergies
Skin Conditions (including Eczema & Acne)
High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol
Anxiety, Depression & Insomnia
Hypothyroidism & Hashimotos Disease
In California, Naturopathic Doctors are licensed and regulated by the California Board of Naturopathic Medicine. NDs must graduate from an accredited naturopathic medical school, pass two nationally standardized board exams, and complete 60 hours of continuing education every two years to obtain and maintain their license.
In California, our ability to practice medicine to the full extent of our training is currently somewhat restricted. Our current scope of practice allows us to independently prescribe natural and synthetic hormones, including thyroid medications, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone therapies. We are not currently able to independently prescribe other types of prescription medications (e.g. antibiotics, blood pressure medication, etc) without MD/DO supervision. For these reasons, we recommend patients maintain a primary care provider (PCP) outside of our clinic. Please keep this in mind when scheduling your appointments.
An initial Naturopathic Medical visit costs $350. This includes an extensive intake with review of medical history and current medical concerns. The doctor may order new labs or imaging, and will discuss a plan of care and recommended follow up. The cost of any labs, imaging, supplements or herbs recommended is separate from the cost of the office visit. An initial ND visit generally lasts 60-75 minutes. Initial pediatric ND visits are generally 60 minutes and cost $285.
Follow up Naturopathic Medical visits are priced based on time spent:
$85 for 15 minutes
$140 for 30 minutes
$190 for 45 minutes
$245 for 60 minutes
$295 for 75 minutes
*Please estimate how much time you will need when scheduling a follow up Naturopathic Medical visit, but know that you will be charged based on the amount of time spent, not the amount of time scheduled. For example, if you schedule a 45 minute visit, but the visit only takes 30 minutes, you will be charged $140. Likewise, if you schedule a 15 minute visit, but the appointment lasts 30 minutes, you will be charged $140. If you know you can only spend a certain amount of time in a visit, please make this clear to your provider at the start of your visit and at the time of scheduling. We appreciate your consideration in helping visits to run smoothly, and allowing our providers to be compensated for their time!
Please see Fees & Insurance Information for more details.
*Please note: We have an intake packet that must be completed prior to scheduling your initial naturopathic medical visit. This allows our doctors to be prepared and make the most efficient use of your time together. Please call or email the clinic to be sent this intake packet. As soon as we receive your completed forms we will call you to schedule your visit.