Expert Details
Naturopathic Medicine and Certified Nutrition, Focus on Utilizing Integrative Medicine to Treat Chronic Disease
ID: 738002
Washington, USA
Expert completed 415 hours precepting with other healthcare providers—including DCs, DPMs, NDs, and MDs—in the areas of geriatric medicine, family medicine, cardiology, urology, men’s health, physical medicine, and emergency medicine at Evergreen Hospital Emergency Department. During his residency, his integrative medicine expertise was further honed with rotations in Virginia Mason Hospital’s department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Spine Clinic, Swedish Family Medicine’s department of Integrative Medicine, and Harborview Medical Center’s Emergency Department. Expert also volunteered as an attending physician for the Alternative Healthcare Access Campaign (AHAC), which serves indigent populations.
He has been published in Naturopathic Doctor News and Reviews, Townsend Letter, Integrative Medicine Alert, Natural Medicine Journal, Holistic Primary Care, Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal, and the Natural Nutmeg. He has appeared on KRON4 News, multiple national radio shows, and lectured as an expert for the National Psoriasis Foundation and National Arthritis Foundation, across the country and internationally, at various medical conferences.
Past accomplishments include the Bastyr University Graduate Fund Scholarship; a venture grant to the British College of Osteopathic Medicine in London; and the Outstanding Teaching Award from Hess Educational Organization in Taichung City, Taiwan. He was a volunteer at North Country Community Health Center in Flagstaff, Arizona and research assistant.
Expert’s clinical focus is utilizing integrative medicine to treat chronic disease. He has a strong interest in difficult and refractory cases, allergies, gastrointestinal issues, neurological and neurodegenerative disorders, endocrinology, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, autoimmune disease, development and behavioral issues, HIV/AIDS, and geriatrics. He has extensive knowledge and training in the basic medical sciences, physical medicine (osseous manipulation, craniosacral therapy, hydrotherapy and physiotherapy), botanical medicine, homeopathy, biotherapeutic drainage, Ayurveda, counseling, pharmacology, and diet and nutrient therapies.
Expert believes that ultimately, we are all responsible for our own health and well-being, but at times we need some guidance to get back on the road to optimal health. He pledges to work with you and your other healthcare practitioners to help you achieve that goal.
Expert earned a BS in biology, with an emphasis in human physiology and functional morphology, from Northern Arizona University and his Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Bastyr University. He also completed a semester abroad at the School of Science and Technology, University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. He has advanced training and certification in homeopathy, completing an 18-month course at the New England School of Homeopathy.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 2010 | Degree: ND | Subject: Naturopathic medicine | Institution: Bastyr University |
| Year: 2002 | Degree: BS | Subject: Biology | Institution: Northern Arizona University |
Work History
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| Years: 2020 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Director of Product Development, Scientific and Clinical Education | Department: |
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| Years: 2020 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Independent Consultant | Department: |
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| Years: 2018 to 2020 | Employer: Proventa LLC | Title: Independent Consultant | Department: |
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| Years: 2018 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Owner | Department: Medicine |
Responsibilities:Attend to patients of all ages and genders, from acute to complex chronic diseases. |
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| Years: 2016 to 2020 | Employer: BioSpec Nutritionals | Title: Scientific, Clinical and Formulation Consultant | Department: |
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| Years: 2016 to 2020 | Employer: U.N.Y. | Title: Formulation Consultant | Department: |
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| Years: 2013 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Director of Product Development, Scientific and Clinical Education | Department: Product Development, Scientific and Clinical Education |
Responsibilities:Direct all new activities of new products and existing portfolio (~285 products), from idea concept, to formulation, to product launch. Direct all scientific and clinical educational opportunities and outreach. |
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Career Accomplishments
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| Bay Area Homeopathy Association (BAHA) Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine (AIHM) Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine (AARM) National Arthritis Foundation (NAF) |
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| ND 2010 NESH 2010 Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) 2012 Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) |
| Professional Appointments |
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| International Medical Wellness Association; Medical Wellness Advisor International Society for Naturopathic Medicine, Beijing, China; - Instructor for Nutritional International Training - President, lead advisor and educator Employer FOCUS Newsletter; Editor-in-Chief (Focus publishes emerging nutritional science and scientific theories for healthcare practitioners and physicians) Employer; Scientific Advisor (Provide guidance, assistance and expert level advice on ingredients, product formulations and strategy to address today’s challenging dietary supplement landscape) FOCUS Newsletter; Assistant Medical Editor (Focus publishes emerging nutritional science and scientific theories for healthcare practitioners and physicians) Modern Health Care Practitioner; Expert Contributor (Online resource designed for medical professionals interested in researching and applying evidence-based integrative treatment options in their practice) Curejoy; Expert Contributor (Online platform to seek the most genuine and reliable information on Alternative and Natural healthcare from the experts in the field.) The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine; Expert Reviewer (Manuscript reviewer in my fields of expertise) |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| Bastyr University Student Employee of the Month University Graduate Fund Scholarship: $1000: Bastyr University, Seattle, WA Venture grant: $2,700: British College of Osteopathic Medicine, London, England • Establish preceptorship site • Study osteopathic, chiropractic, and naturopathic medicine with student clinicians and clinical faculty • Learn about legalities of practicing naturopathic medicine in the U.K., particularly with a license from the U.S. • Learn how they’ve achieved greater recognition and insurance coverage from their government Outstanding Teaching Award: Hess Educational Organization: Taichung City, Taiwan |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| Presentations and Reviews: 77 Publications: 32 |
Additional Experience
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| EDUCATION 1/10-9/11 New England School of Homeopathy (NESH), Seattle, WA Philosophy and case-taking, materia medica, repertory, case analysis and long-term follow-up care. Emphasis on the Herscu method of Cycles and Segments, which informs all aspects of practice. 7/05-06/10 Bastyr University, Seattle, WA, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, GPA – 3.57 Five-year post-graduate (330 quarter credits), doctoral level study with two years in the same basic sciences as an M.D. In addition to a standard medical school curriculum, three years of study in botanical medicine, homeopathy, diet and nutrient therapy, psychology and counseling, pharmacology, physical manipulation and hydrotherapy/physiotherapy. Coursework and clinical rotations totaling over 4,400 hrs. 8/96-5/02 Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, Bachelor of Science in Biology • Emphasis in human physiology and functional morphology, minor in chemistry Coursework (175 semester units) includes biology (encompassing genetics, microbiology, ecology, plant structure and function, zoology, mycology, developmental biology); human physiology and anatomy; human behavior; human nutrition (naturopathic and allopathic); religious studies; ancient history; modern European history; physical and cultural anthropology, including future studies; physics; chemistry (general, organic and biochemistry). 7/02-12/02 University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand • One semester at the School of Science and Technology Studied microbial and population genetics; human and other mammals’ structure, form, and function; took two cultural anthropology courses focusing on Oceania and their respective societies and cultures. Teaching Experience: - Instructor for Directed Study, Survey of Western Clinical Sciences 3 • This three-course sequence emphasizes the systemic approach to Western pathology and the signs and symptoms that are clinically associated with disease in the various organ systems. Students learn basic physical exam skills from a Western clinical sciences perspective, including an overview to the fundamentals of laboratory test interpretation. Recognition of signs and symptoms, as well as objective findings that would indicate the necessity for a referral, are extremely important to contemporary acupuncture practice. - Professional Tutor, Survey of Western Clinical Sciences 3 - Teaching Assistant, Naturopathic Manipulation 4 (6 sections) • Assist professor in teaching assessment, diagnosis and manipulation of cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine, pelvis, extremities and joints. Teach high velocity, low amplitude impulse techniques and their indications and contraindications. Administer midterm and final examinations. - Teaching Assistant, Physical Clinical Diagnosis Lab 2 • Directly assist students in gaining more experience and greater understanding of head and neck, thorax and lung, cardiac, vascular, abdominal, and neurological exams. - Teaching Assistant, Physical Clinical Diagnosis Lab 3 (2 sections) • Directly assist students in gaining more experience and greater understanding of detailed regional exams; learn basic diagnostic/exam skills for the musculoskeletal system, the breast and genital systems, the anorectal system, and the pediatric patient. - Teaching Assistant, Naturopathic Manipulation 1 • Assist professor in student competencies including taking and charting a history for a musculoskeletal chief complaint, recognizing dysfunction in stance and gait, identifying soft tissue and joint dysfunction, and performing neuromuscular techniques. • Teach students how to apply knowledge of anatomy, assessments, palpation and manipulation techniques to clinical settings. • Administer midterm and final examination practicums. - Teaching Assistant, Naturopathic Manipulation 3 (3 sections) • Assist professor in teaching assessment, diagnosis and manipulation of cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine and pelvis. Administer midterm and final examinations. - Teaching Assistant, Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis II Lab • Assist students in acquiring phlebotomy techniques in finger-sticks, venipuncture, syringe and butterfly, as well as when to use and not use these in a clinical setting. • Assist in promulgating knowledge of the clinical use and competency in performing serology tests (rheumatoid factor-RF) and C-reactive protein (CRP); immunoassay slide tests including H. pylori, Mono testing and Strep Group A. • Assist in helping students perform ABO blood type testing, whole blood glucose testing using the Acu-check Elite home testing system, along with demonstrating proper test preparation and the clinical application of glucose testing in screening for diabetes, hypoglycemia and impaired glucose tolerance. • Assist in stool occult blood testing with proper specimen collection. - Teaching Assistant, Myofascial Analysis • Administer hands-on final exam. Analysis of gait and posture. Graded students on accuracy of musculoskeletal involvement in a given pathology as well as treatment options. - Teaching Assistant, Botanical Medicine 1 Lab • Assist professor in promulgating therapeutic/medicinal use of herbs, their contraindications and mechanisms of actions. - Teaching Assistant, Hydrotherapy/Physiotherapy Lab, 2 sections • Assist professor in promulgating indications, contraindications, physiologic actions and rationale for use of constitutional hydrotherapy, contrast hydrotherapy, electric stimulation, interferential, hyperthermia, hot packs, cryotherapy, wet sheet packs, TENS unit, ultrasound, diathermy, UV and infrared treatments, and cold laser applications. |
| Other Relevant Experience |
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| Hungarian traditional hydrotherapy treatments, 2008 Traditional Peruvian medical treatments, emphasis on Amazon, 2007 Botanical Medicine in Italy, 2006 |