Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Lee
Naturopathic Medicine is both an art and a science. It includes diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease using natural therapies. Scientifically researched treatments are often combined with traditional therapies that have been applied for thousands of years.
Treatment options include acupuncture, nutritional counselling, lifestyle counselling, and botanical medicine. Dr. Lee, N.D. combines homeopathy, stress management, Reiki and hydrotherapy into some treatment plans. Also, Specialty testing such as Food Sensitivity Testing is also ordered when appropriate.
Dr. Lee, N.D. spends a lot of time with her patients. Detailed health histories and patient education are the cornerstone of her naturopathic practice. This way, patients actively participate in the healing process and learn to maintain good health. Her goal is to help you reach your full potential through good health.
Principles Of Naturopathic Medicine
- First, do no harm.
- The healing power of nature.
- Treat the cause of illness.
- Doctor as teacher.
- Treat the whole person (each person as a unique individual).
- Prevention.
Naturopathic medicine can help people of all ages, from infants to the elderly. Furthermore, it treats both chronic and acute (recent) illnesses. Here are some diseases commonly treated by naturopathic doctor, Dr. Vanessa Lee, N.D. If you have questions, please reach out to Dr. Lee, or to Aster Wellness Centre.