Naturopathic Medicine
As primary-care doctors whose diagnosis and treatments bridge both conventional and natural medicine perspectives, naturopathic physicians integrate scientific research with natural treatments. A licensed Naturopathic Doctor has completed four years of graduate school at a Naturopathic medical college and has successfully passed North American wide licensing exams (NPLEX). They address the underlying cause of disease and promote the body’s natural healing process and educate patients to continue this process.
Naturopathic doctors are trained in conventional pathology and diagnosis, as well as an array of therapies that support the body’s ability to heal itself. They use nutrition, homeopathy, herbal medicine, lifestyle counseling and Mind-Body Medicine.
A Naturopathic Doctor is committed to the following oath;
- Do no harm.
- Cooperate with the healing power of nature
- Address the fundamental causes of disease
- Heal the whole person through individualized treatment
- Teach the principles of healthy living and preventative medicine
What to Expect
An initial appointment lasts two hours for an adult and 90 minutes for a child. Your appointment will consist of a detailed review of your health history as well as a holistic physical examination of physical and mental-emotional issues. At Acupuncture Healthcare Associates, disease prevention, detoxification and a balanced lifestyle are emphasized, You will be provided with recommendations and information so that you can choose to safely integrate natural options into your overall healthcare. Subsequent appointments vary from 30 to 60 minutes and consist of assessing previous treatments and creating a maintenance plan for your long-term well being. In Michigan, naturopathic medicine is currently private pay only.
From Jen and Hallie’s patients
“I finally feel that someone is really listening to us about our son’s health. Jen made connections between a bunch of his different health problems that our pediatrician never picked up on.” – AG, Mother of 8 year old
“Jen is such a calming presence. She is very detail-oriented and makes me feel well-cared for.’” – RK, Breast Cancer Survivor
“I never thought that I could feel this good again. I sleep better, my mood is completely different, and I feel myself again.” – AS, 56-year-old
Dr. Green looks forward to participating in your health and wellness.
“After participating in naturopathic care I feel more alive with more energy than I realized I could have, I feel like I can be an active member of my life again! This is the care that I have been looking for, a balance between eastern and western medicine.” -MK
“Since making the dietary and lifestyle changes I feel more fulfilled in my life like I have control of my health again. My allergies have really decreased, I am sleeping better and the anxiety that used to be such a burden on life has resolved. My entire being feels better.” -JL
“After bringing my five year old with developmental issues to Hallie, I have seen great improvement in his cognitive ability, his language clarity and his ability to interact with other children. His attention span has increased and he enjoys school much more than he used to. I am so happy we found Naturopathic Medicine” -PN
“Before Naturopathic Medicine I was having horrible symptoms from menopause, the hot flashes were almost unbearable. Doctors usually increase my level of anxiety, but Hallie’s caring nature put my nerves at ease immediately. My hot flashes have disappeared and I feel better than I ever have. “ -NS