Our Approach
"The doctor of the future will give no medicine
but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame,
in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease."
~Thomas Alva Edison
Our Philosophy
Earthmed Naturopathic Clinic is a general practice with a specialty in women and children's medicine and sports related injuries. Our goal is to help individuals regain control of their health in a holistic way through education and natural therapies.
Naturopathic Medicine is founded on the holistic concept that the body is a self-repairing mechanism that strives to maintain it's balance. Pointed in the right direction, with support given at needed times, the body will realign or rebalance itself in its own time.
Natural Women and Children's Healthcare Dr. Doan takes an integrative approach to fertility treatments using Traditional Chinese Medicine and draws on other modalities to naturally enhance fertility as well as support Assisted Fertility Treatments like In Vitro Fertilization. She also works with women and children post-partum.
The treatment of childrens ailments through homeopathic medicine, herbal medicine and diet changes are offered, as well as alternatives to the numerous antibiotic treatments and vaccinations prescribed.
Natural treatments and alternatives for various gynecological conditions and other conditions relevant to all stages of a womans life
(i.e. menopause, menstruation, osteoporosis, heart disease, infertility, pregnancy, pre and post-natal care etc.) are offered, including annual clinical breast exams and Paps.
Sports Injury Medicine
The use of acupuncture to treat pain has been well documented, and in conjunction with cranial osteopathy, deep tissue massage, hydrotherapy, homeopathic medicines and other naturopathic advice, a unique level of healing can take place, addressing trauma, injury and conditions of chronic pain.
How do we do this?
Homeopathic Medicine
Homeopathy is a large part of what we do at the clinic and we encourage you as a patient to familiarize yourself with it. Homeopathic medicine is used extensively by Medical Doctors as a first line course of treatment in many European countries, including England, France, and Germany, Australia, and India, among others.There are three mainstream Homeopathic hospitals in the UK, one in London, Glasgow and Brighton.
Your medical history during your initial visit will include many homeopathic questions including your dreams. Some cases are complex, so expect that you may have your remedy mailed to you after your visit.
Oriental Medicine & Acupuncture
Chinese medicine has been documented and proven to be especially effective in a number conditions for example, pain management, including all sorts of back pain and muscular pain and sports injuries, fertility treatments, to enhance IVF treatments, trauma and injury management, addiction, and as part of a quit smoking program. Many of my patients find Acupuncture very important as part of a stress reduction program, being surprisingly relaxing.
Dr. Doan has a second licence in acupuncture in British Columbia.
Medical Herbalism
Dr.Doan was trained as a medical herbalist in Australia, which includes extensive training in herbal manufacturing. At Earthmed Nathropathic Clinic our herbal tinctures are custom blended, and made from organic sources. We manufacture the tinctures here at the clinic to ensure high quality and consistency for our patients. We are committed to the environment and invite you to return your glass bottles to the clinic for recycling.
Clinical Nutrition and Lifestyle Counselling
Diet changes, detoxification programs, and supplementation are recommended based on your present
state of health, stress levels, activity level, blood type, metabolism, and food allergies. At Earthmed, we have spent a long time in researching your supplement prescription and guarantee all of our supplements are of the highest quality.
I believe our lives are an external reflection of our inner thoughts and beliefs. The body, like everything else in life, is also a mirror. The body is always talking to us, if we will only take the time to listen. Homeopathic Medicines and oriental medicine work on the mental/emotional levels as well as the physical. I also use Biofield Imaging as a diagnostic tool, along with meditation, visualization, lifestyle counselling, and bodywork to address the mind-body connection.
Diagnosis
Naturopathic Assessment
Naturopathic Medicine approaches diagnosis differently than how it is approached in the West. We do work with your MD, but don't expect the method of diagnosis and assessment to be the same, although some things will be.
By identifying the underlying pattern of imbalance we then can formulate a treatment plan to enable the body to return to a state of balance. We understand that the body is more than a set of symptoms or body parts looking for a 'band-aid' approach to health care. We see the person as a whole, understanding that the emotions and beliefs we have will also have an impact on our health. Expect to be asked about your dreams, favourite foods, and be assessed for where your body is losing or running too much energy, among other things. The following are some Naturopathic tools of diagnosis:
History and Physical Examination
Past and present medical and family history are documented along with conventional and non-conventional diagnostic methods of
physical examination.
Nutritional Assessment
A diet diary is analyzed for nutritional deficiencies, associated symptoms and hidden food allergens.
ELISA testing: A blood test where various foods are tested against a blood sample to screen for food allergens. Blood typing, and hair analysis and indican test are some of the other tests offered.
Biofield Imaging
Biofield imaging is a way of getting a clear picture as to where you may be losing some of your vital energy, based on physical discomfort and thought patterns. This is a non-invasive test done It is based on EEG and ECG technology.