OB-GYN Naturopaths in Phoenix, AZ
Dr. Briante is a licensed naturopathic primary care physician. Her general medical practice focuses on pediatric and adult mental health, and women's health. She specializes in acupuncture, botanical medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement. Dr. Briante graduated from the Sonoran University (formerly Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine) in 2016 and holds a Masters of Science in Statistics with over 7 years experience in healthy policy research and consulting. Dr. Briante is also adjunct faculty at Sonoran University's Pre-Clinical Sciences & Gynecology Depts. and the Community Health Site Director for Southwest Center.
Dr. Briante is a licensed naturopathic primary care physician. Her general medical practice focuses on pediatric and adult mental health, and women's health. She specializes in acupuncture, botanical medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement. Dr. Briante graduated from the Sonoran University (formerly Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine) in 2016 and holds a Masters of Science in Statistics with over 7 years experience in healthy policy research and consulting. Dr. Briante is also adjunct faculty at Sonoran University's Pre-Clinical Sciences & Gynecology Depts. and the Community Health Site Director for Southwest Center.
Dr. Turner is a Naturopathic Doctor in Phoeinx, Arizona. Dr. Turner utilizes natural remedies to treat many common conditions such as hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, abnormal pap smears, uterine fibroids, depression, anxiety, menstrual irregularities, PCOS, menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis and other hormone related issues. Each patient is treated individually and is often prescribed herbs, nutritional supplements, and nutritional and lifestyle counseling.
Dr. Turner is a Naturopathic Doctor in Phoeinx, Arizona. Dr. Turner utilizes natural remedies to treat many common conditions such as hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, abnormal pap smears, uterine fibroids, depression, anxiety, menstrual irregularities, PCOS, menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis and other hormone related issues. Each patient is treated individually and is often prescribed herbs, nutritional supplements, and nutritional and lifestyle counseling.
As a Naturopathic physician I am trained to treat the whole person, recognizing the triad of mind, body and spirit. Healing occurs from the inside-out. That is, from the inside of the patient. My role is to be your ally using my specialized training in alternative diagnostics and therapeutics to give you the best informed information, so together we can make the best informed choices about therapies.
As a Naturopathic physician I am trained to treat the whole person, recognizing the triad of mind, body and spirit. Healing occurs from the inside-out. That is, from the inside of the patient. My role is to be your ally using my specialized training in alternative diagnostics and therapeutics to give you the best informed information, so together we can make the best informed choices about therapies.
Dr. Gentry offers her skills and passion for natural healing to Anthem and North Phoenix by firmly adhering to the basic principles of naturopathic medicine. She promotes health and healing on all levels; physically, emotionally and spiritually. Her goal is to empower her patients with knowledge that enables them to reach and maintain optimal health.
Dr. Gentry offers her skills and passion for natural healing to Anthem and North Phoenix by firmly adhering to the basic principles of naturopathic medicine. She promotes health and healing on all levels; physically, emotionally and spiritually. Her goal is to empower her patients with knowledge that enables them to reach and maintain optimal health.
"I am a Naturopathic Physician whose main focus is to restore each patient back to health. I guide my patients in their journey towards wellness through the use of natural therapies such as homeopathy, IV therapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, gemstone acupoint therapy, herbal therapies and dietary/nutritional changes. I firmly believe each person has the ability to heal. I compassionately assist each patient in their journey to achieve total wellness. I treat a wide range of chronic and acute conditions and see patients of all ages"
"I am a Naturopathic Physician whose main focus is to restore each patient back to health. I guide my patients in their journey towards wellness through the use of natural therapies such as homeopathy, IV therapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, gemstone acupoint therapy, herbal therapies and dietary/nutritional changes. I firmly believe each person has the ability to heal. I compassionately assist each patient in their journey to achieve total wellness. I treat a wide range of chronic and acute conditions and see patients of all ages"
Dr. Shell is an integrative primary care physician whose passion is to help her patients achieve optimal health. Dr. Shell takes a very proactive and preventative approach to healthcare, which requires advanced testing and interpretation. Comprehensive lab tests are ordered for all new patients (billed through insurance) to eliminate the guesswork and to leave no stone unturned. This includes a thorough assessment of hormones, vitamins, micronutrients, inflammatory factors, diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk, autoimmune markers, chronic infections, and more.
Dr. Shell is an integrative primary care physician whose passion is to help her patients achieve optimal health. Dr. Shell takes a very proactive and preventative approach to healthcare, which requires advanced testing and interpretation. Comprehensive lab tests are ordered for all new patients (billed through insurance) to eliminate the guesswork and to leave no stone unturned. This includes a thorough assessment of hormones, vitamins, micronutrients, inflammatory factors, diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk, autoimmune markers, chronic infections, and more.
I have a passion for homoeopathy. While I treat a wide variety of chronic and acute conditions, I am especially focused on helping families overcome challenges associated with childhood developmental disorders including Autism, Asperger's, ADD/ADHD, and PANDAS/PANS. Witnessing a child's transformation is especially rewarding for me because of the huge impact it has on my patients' families.
After graduating with High Honors from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, I completed a one-year residency in a general family practice and then a specialized residency with a focus in homeopathy.
I have a passion for homoeopathy. While I treat a wide variety of chronic and acute conditions, I am especially focused on helping families overcome challenges associated with childhood developmental disorders including Autism, Asperger's, ADD/ADHD, and PANDAS/PANS. Witnessing a child's transformation is especially rewarding for me because of the huge impact it has on my patients' families.
After graduating with High Honors from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, I completed a one-year residency in a general family practice and then a specialized residency with a focus in homeopathy.
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Dr. Ashley Southern (neé Stein) specializes in Pain Management, Regenerative Therapies, Autoimmune Disorders, Endocrine Disorders, Cancer, Women’s Health, and Hormone Replacement Therapy. She is devoted to treating the whole person and strive to find the root cause of every patient’s condition. She incorporates evidence-based medicine with ancient wisdom to provide an individualized health plan, helping you not only get well, but also provide the right tools to continue to thrive and optimize your longevity.
Dr. Ashley Southern (neé Stein) specializes in Pain Management, Regenerative Therapies, Autoimmune Disorders, Endocrine Disorders, Cancer, Women’s Health, and Hormone Replacement Therapy. She is devoted to treating the whole person and strive to find the root cause of every patient’s condition. She incorporates evidence-based medicine with ancient wisdom to provide an individualized health plan, helping you not only get well, but also provide the right tools to continue to thrive and optimize your longevity.
Dr. Azam Banaian receiving her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, one of the accredited naturopathic medical schools by the AANMC . Prior to her naturopathic doctorate, Dr. Banaian has been received her medical doctorate (MD) from Medical University of Tehran, one of the overseas accredited medical university and was practicing medicine before she moved to the USA.
Dr. Azam Banaian receiving her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, one of the accredited naturopathic medical schools by the AANMC . Prior to her naturopathic doctorate, Dr. Banaian has been received her medical doctorate (MD) from Medical University of Tehran, one of the overseas accredited medical university and was practicing medicine before she moved to the USA.
Are you interested in holistic medicine? Do you want the doctor to address all of your health care concerns? Are you tired of waiting forever to be seen? Are you having problems sleeping, anxious or fatigued? Are you having digestive or hormonal problems or family medicine concerns? If you answered yes to any of the above, then Dr. Pringle at Global Integrative Medicine is the doctor for you. Dr. Pringle attended both naturopathic and traditional medical schools so she is familiar with your medications, labs, etc. She uses all natural treatments and will explain every lab and educate you on your health care condition!
Are you interested in holistic medicine? Do you want the doctor to address all of your health care concerns? Are you tired of waiting forever to be seen? Are you having problems sleeping, anxious or fatigued? Are you having digestive or hormonal problems or family medicine concerns? If you answered yes to any of the above, then Dr. Pringle at Global Integrative Medicine is the doctor for you. Dr. Pringle attended both naturopathic and traditional medical schools so she is familiar with your medications, labs, etc. She uses all natural treatments and will explain every lab and educate you on your health care condition!
Have you ever been told by your doctor that you'll have to live with your illnesses for the rest of your life? Well maybe you don't have to. I am a naturopathic doctor specialized in treating chronic and difficult cases. I believe that there is a root cause to every health complaint and when that root cause is uncovered, health may be restored. Be it a stubborn migraine headache, or complicated systemic lupus, I can help you in identifying and correcting the imbalance of the body and relieve your suffering, if you are committed to natural medicine.
Have you ever been told by your doctor that you'll have to live with your illnesses for the rest of your life? Well maybe you don't have to. I am a naturopathic doctor specialized in treating chronic and difficult cases. I believe that there is a root cause to every health complaint and when that root cause is uncovered, health may be restored. Be it a stubborn migraine headache, or complicated systemic lupus, I can help you in identifying and correcting the imbalance of the body and relieve your suffering, if you are committed to natural medicine.
A patient recently told me that I added 20 years to his life because of the labs that I ran and the approach to his health that I took. This is why I do what I do. I am frustrated with the current healthcare system and want to make a difference in people's lives. Let me teach you a way of life that will be your health insurance instead of paying into a system and getting nowhere.
A patient recently told me that I added 20 years to his life because of the labs that I ran and the approach to his health that I took. This is why I do what I do. I am frustrated with the current healthcare system and want to make a difference in people's lives. Let me teach you a way of life that will be your health insurance instead of paying into a system and getting nowhere.
OB-GYN Naturopaths
How does diet affect women's health?
Diet significantly impacts women's health, and their nutritional needs can differ from those of men in both quantity and content. Generally, women require fewer calories than men, but these needs can vary greatly depending on age and activity level, with younger and more active women needing more calories than older, less active women. Additionally, certain nutrients are especially important for women; such nutrients include calcium for bone health, iron for blood health, and folic acid for reproductive health and metabolism. A diet rich in these nutrients is essential for overall well-being for women and a diet rich in such foods ensures that daily requirements are being met.
What foods are most important for women?
The most important foods for women can vary depending on their age and life stage. For instance, older women at risk of or diagnosed with osteoporosis may need higher levels of calcium and vitamin D, which are found in dairy products, fish, and leafy vegetables. Younger women in their teenage and child-bearing years require more iron than older women and many men, which can be found in many nuts, seeds, dark leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, tofu, and red meat. Adult women also have specific dietary needs before pregnancy and during the postpartum period. During this time, nutrients like folic acid, found in foods such as beans, eggs, spinach, and brussel sprouts, become very important, along with ensuring adequate protein intake. Additionally, many nutrition experts emphasize the importance of fiber in women's health. Fiber, found in whole grain products, beans, berries, leafy vegetables, nuts, and fortified cereals, is essential for maintaining digestive health and overall well-being for women.
What is the link between diet and hormonal health?
Diet and hormonal health are closely linked because essential nutrients often play a key role in the production and regulation of hormones. For women's health, where hormones significantly impact development, menstruation, and pregnancy, a diet that supports hormonal balance is particularly important. In addition, women with specific reproductive concerns, such as infertility or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), may benefit from dietary modification to improve their chances of pregnancy or reduce symptoms. For instance, many women with PCOS will increase their consumption of healthy fats and reduce their consumption of high-sugar or high-glycemic foods. Beyond reproductive health, a balanced diet supports overall hormonal health by regulating metabolism-related hormones like insulin and hunger-related hormones like leptin.
Why should women see a dietitian?
Many women can benefit significantly from consulting a dietitian to ensure they're meeting their dietary needs in both quality and quantity. This is especially true for women diagnosed with specific nutrition-related conditions like osteoporosis or type 2 diabetes, as well as those who haven't been able to manage a medical condition with traditional medical treatments. Dietitians specializing in women's health can offer valuable insights into foods that support specific conditions related to women's health, such as reducing osteoporosis in older women. They can also provide essential guidance for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those planning to become pregnant, ensuring they consume the right nutrients for hormonal health during these periods.