Naturopathic Medicine
The practice of Naturopathic medicine is deeply rooted in its philosophy. The six guiding principles are:
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First Do No Harm
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The Healing Power of Nature
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Treat the Whole Person
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Identify and Treat the Cause
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Prevention
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Doctor as Teacher
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When these principles are followed, the disease process may be reversed and one regains a potent quality of life.
Classical Chinese Medicine
Classical Chinese medicine is ultimately about balance and homeostasis. Together, we will harmonize the yin/yang balance to restore optimal functioning so you can thrive.
Modalities such as acupuncture and cupping allow the organ systems to function at their highest potential, while decreasing inflammatory response and improving circulation.
Although both of these therapies are highly touted for their pain relieving effects, they also tone the parasympathetic nervous system and allow a deep state of relaxation.
Dr. Michelle
Dr. Michelle began her post-college career as an outdoor guide and counselor for at-risk youth. Her excitement for wilderness medicine ultimately ignited her medical career.
She attended NUNM in Portland, OR, an accredited Naturopathic medical university and graduated with dual degrees as a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and a MSOM. Her training was a rigorous 6 years, including medical study in addition to nutrition, herbal medicine (both Western and Chinese), homeopathy, physical medicine, and several years of clinical hours under highly trained practitioners in both teaching and community clinics. She remains dedicated to the principles and philosophies of Naturopathic and Classical Chinese medicine.
She had her first child during her fourth year of school, her second just after board exams and her third while transitioning her new practice back to Bend, OR. Now you will find Dr. Michelle on the trails with her hounds, boxing, mobility training, cheering on her kids, swimming, or swinging kettlebells.
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Her passions are steeped in family, the outdoors, nutrition, martial arts, quality movement, swift recovery, and most ardently, living by example.
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Check out her podcast!
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