In the wise words of Taylor Swift, “I think I’ve seen this film before…” 

We’ve all been there. You call for an appointment only to be told they can see you in 6 months. The frustration of this long wait is palpable. You hesitantly accept it and pray things don’t get dramatically worse anytime soon. You show up at the office to wait for a provider who is doing their best and also running behind.

PANS/PANDAS, affecting 1 in 200 (or 1-2%) of US children, is broadly characterized by sudden and often dramatic behavioral changes following an infection such as influenza, Lyme disease, or strep throat. Despite the prevalence, the knowledge of these conditions and their impact on children, their families, and the broader community remains misunderstood and undertreated.

As a naturopathic doctor, I often witness the limitations of the conventional medical system in addressing and healing the root causes of PANS and PANDAS. Helping kiddos and their families heal and thrive with these complex conditions requires a holistic, personalized, and comprehensive approach.

With the end of summer quickly approaching (sorry!), it’s a great time to call your provider to schedule your annual checkup.

Annual checkups are vitally important for optimal health and well-being.

In my experience as a doctor, I've seen firsthand how helping to reduce the risk of chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease can save an inordinate amount of time, money, stress, and frustration.

But before you head to your next appointment, make sure you're not making these three common mistakes, which could be keeping you from optimal health.

With summer fast arriving, it feels important to discuss sun care. While avoiding sunburns in the first place is the goal, even the most prevention-focused folks are likely to get a sunburn at some point.

The good news is that sunburns are self-limiting, meaning they will go away on their own in 3-5 days and there are fantastic naturopathic remedies available to provide comfort in the healing process.

Learn more about these naturopathic remedies!

Springtime brings good weather and fun times. But also, mosquito and tick bites, and the occasional sunburn.

Learn how Homeopathy is a great tool for dealing with these common fun-busters.

Struggling to find the right doctor?

This blog post provides 5 essential questions to ask potential healthcare providers to see if they're the right fit for you!

Are you tired of feeling drained, and constantly exhausted even after a full night’s sleep?

You're not alone.

In today's fast-paced world, burnout can be a real struggle.

But the good news is, that recovery from burnout is absolutely possible.