What Is
Naturopathic Medicine?
First, let me say, I am a geek. I mean that in the most complimentary way. In my quest to become a doctor, I studied with a vengeance. I loved it! The more I learned, the more impassioned I grew. Biology, physiology, biochemistry, physics (my favorite) made sense, reinforced one another, and collectively served as a foundation on which all other information was cultivated. With this knowledge I learned and now wholeheartedly practice and teach naturopathic medicine. In order to introduce you to this medical art, I want to share its six fundamental principles, so you may understand why a “science geek” like me embraces a form of medicine deeply rooted in tradition.
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Our Clients Say...
This letter is to anyone considering letting Amy Bader help you.
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I was a 59 year old high energy woman that has Fibromyalgia. There is a long story on painkillers, MDs, FNPs, pain specialists & endocrinologists that led me to be crashing down physically. When I finally found Amy, I was so exhausted & fatigued that I didn’t have enough energy to take a shower for 3 or 4 days at a time. I was foggy, confused, couldn’t find the words I wanted, had gastro distress, pretty much everything except headaches. I was unable to function at a normal level. I spent my days on the couch sleeping or watching TV. Not my normal activities!
Dr. Bader turned around my chronic digestive health issues. It takes time, but here I am years later feeling great, and I have her to thank for setting me in the right direction for diet and daily healthful habits. She always took time to talk and thus treat the “whole person" and not just the most glaring symptom.
I believe Naturopathic Medicine is the health care of the future. It has been very helpful working with Doctor Bader, I have learned and changed so much. She is caring and understanding. It’s empowering to take charge of my life and health with her support. Amy and Lisa make a great team and are very professional. I strongly believe in the idea of treating the whole person and primarily focusing on a Natural approach. Thank you.
I have always been a man who ran from medications, I was always scared of side effects. I began to have some problems when I got into my seventies, and after I saw how she helped my wife, I asked Dr. Bader if she could help me, she said she thought she could. I must admit I am a stubborn old cowboy but she has helped me a lot. Dr. Bader and Lisa are two of the nicest most accommodating people you will ever meet, they are just like family, they are both there for us if we have a problem or questions. I highly recommend Dr. Bader to anyone who has had problems getting relief from their health problems.
I am a 72 year old women who for 5 years had a problem with pressure in my chest, I went to several doctors had lots of tests done and was given prescriptions that made me feel worse.
I read about naturopathic medicine and thought maybe there was still hope out there for me. I looked on the internet for a naturopathic doctor and was very blessed to find Dr. Amy Bader.
Suffering with uncommon ailments became a norm for me until seeing Dr. Bader. Nervous but hopeful, Lisa, Dr. Bader’s Office Manager puts you at ease the minute you walk through the door. Minutes later, when seeing Dr. Bader for the first time, sitting across from her in her office, seems like you are now a partner in your own health and well being. This is was what I knew I needed.
A year ago, at the recommendation of a friend, I decided to see Dr. Amy Bader for some ongoing health issues. From my very first visit, her kind and compassionate approach put me at ease.
Dr. Bader obviously loves what she does, and is very thorough and tenacious to uncover and identity underlying issues, not just treat the symptoms.
Amy has been my Naturopath for several years. In three words, she is amazing! I was having trouble with many chronic symptoms from hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, osteoporosis, allergies and menopause. She helped me clean up my diet and got me on the supplements and meds I needed. She helped me to feel normal again and she didn’t mind answering my many questions. I am in great shape now thanks to her. I still always consult her with all my health issues. I have recommended her to my sister, niece and many friends. I would definitely recommend her to anyone suffering from chronic diseases or anyone just wanting to get healthier.
In January of 2009, I was very ill. I had sharp stomach pains, severe constipation and violent vomiting, for nearly a month. My medical doctor gave me a half-gallon jug of liquid laxative that didn’t work and made my stomach pains worse, and diagnosed me with a urinary tract infection that I didn’t have.
I have worked with Dr. Amy Bader for close to 5 years. On our first appointment, she was able to view my health challenges and incidents that I described that occurred 20 years earlier and show how they all might have common causes. She taught that food is medicine and helped me to learn more healthy habits. On a recent MD visit, my primary care physician was very pleased that my weight had remained stable since that time and all my blood work is great. Dr. Bader is encouraging and personable and I really enjoy working with her to continue good health.
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