Naturopathic Medicine: What I Offer & What I Treat
Naturopathic medicine is a patient-centred approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of illness while supporting your body's natural ability to heal. Treatment plans are personalized and may include nutrition, lifestyle counselling, botanical medicine, nutritional supplementation, laboratory testing, and other evidence-informed natural therapies.
What is naturopathic medicine?
Naturopathic medicine takes an individualized, whole-person approach to healthcare. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, naturopathic doctors consider the broader factors that may be contributing to a person's health concerns and develop treatment plans based on their individual needs.
What does Dr. Wendy Romano offer?
Dr. Romano offers individualized naturopathic care that may include:
Nutrition and lifestyle counselling
Nutritional supplementation
Botanical medicine
Physical medicine
Acupuncture and cupping
Laboratory testing
Allergy and skin scratch testing
Other naturopathic therapies based on individual assessment and treatment needs
What health concerns can naturopathic medicine help with?
Naturopathic medicine may be appropriate for a wide range of acute and chronic health concerns, including:
Digestive health
Skin health and dermatological concerns
Scar concerns
Acute or chronic injuries
Chronic pain
TMJ dysfunction and pain
Neuralgia
Migraines
Fatigue and energy concerns
Stress
Sleep concerns
Hormonal health
Brain health
Autoimmune concerns
Nutrition and lifestyle concerns
Musculoskeletal pain and physical health
Sports-related concerns and injuries
Other acute and chronic health concerns
What treatments may be part of naturopathic care?
Depending on your health history, concerns, and goals, naturopathic treatment may include nutrition and lifestyle counselling, botanical medicine, nutritional supplementation, physical medicine, acupuncture, cupping, laboratory testing, allergy testing, and other individualized therapies.
What happens during your first naturopathic appointment?
Your first appointment includes a comprehensive review of your health history, including your current concerns, medical history, family history, lifestyle, and other relevant factors. You may also be asked to provide previous medical or laboratory results when appropriate.
Appointments are available in person and virtually.
Does Dr. Romano offer virtual naturopathic appointments?
Yes. Initial virtual naturopathic appointments are conducted by secure video. Follow-up appointments may be completed by secure video or phone, depending on your preference.
Dr. Wendy Romano's approach
Dr. Wendy Romano holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and studied naturopathic medicine at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster.
Her training includes nutrition, nutraceutical and botanical medicine, lifestyle counselling, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, cupping, anatomical sciences, and physical medicine.
Her interest in human performance and sports medicine was influenced by her background in martial arts and her own experience rehabilitating injuries.
Dr. Romano takes an individualized, all-systems approach to patient care, considering physical, mental, and emotional factors when developing treatment plans.
Is naturopathic medicine right for me?
Naturopathic medicine may be appropriate if you are looking for an individualized approach to your health concerns and want to explore factors that may be contributing to your symptoms and overall health.
If you're unsure whether naturopathic medicine is appropriate for your concern, a consultation can help determine whether Dr. Romano's approach is a good fit.
Book an Appointment
To book a naturopathic medicine appointment, choose an in-person or virtual appointment based on your needs.