Treatment Options
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am a primary care physician. What does that mean?
This means that I can run your routine bloodwork, take your blood pressure, diagnose your health condition, offer treatment, and monitor your health over time. This also means that I can be your sole medical provider should you not be able to find a family physician.
Research shows that patients have better health outcomes with a comprehensive healthcare team. This means that you do not have to choose between an ND and an MD. Naturopathic Doctors, Medical Doctors, and other healthcare professionals all offer unique expertise and it can be very beneficial for you to see multiple professionals concurrently.
Naturopathic Doctors excel in preventative care, and treating the root cause. Using these modalities below, we have helped to treat hundreds of patients and helped them heal.
Below is a list of the treatments that I offer as a Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Saskatchewan:
Traditional Chinese Medicine &
Acupuncture
Botanical Medicine
Bloodwork and Laboratory Testing
Physical Exams
Therapeutic Diet Counselling
Naturopathic Counselling
Hydrotherapy
Supplement and Drug Management
Lifestyle Counselling
Homeopathy
Coming Soon
B12, Glutathione,
and Other Injections
IV Nutrient Therapy
FAQs
What is the difference between a naturopathic doctor and a functional medicine doctor?
A Naturopathic doctor is a regulated health professional in Saskatchewan and across Canada. Functional medicine doctors are most commonly medical doctors who have an interest in alternative medicine - but technically, that term is unregulated. So, Dr. Larissa Wheeler does practice naturopathic medicine, the original functional medicine and is committed to providing exceptional holistic healthcare in Regina, and in Saskatchewan.
Can naturopathic doctors prescribe hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) ?
In Saskatchewan, no naturopathic doctor is able to prescribe pharmaceutical hormonal replacement therapy (HRT). However, Dr. Larissa Wheeler has completed The Menopause Society's course on menopause and has vast experience on the up to date research on all things menopause and perimenopause. She also offers comprehensive hormonal testing for both female and male patients to help guide her treatment. Beyond HRT, there are many treatments that can make significant impacts on perimenopause/ menopause, PCOS (PMOS), endometriosis, PMS, and fertility. Dr. Larissa is currently accepting new patients for women's health and hormonal consultations.
What evidence-based methods do you use in naturopathic care?
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND uses the latest medical research to inform her practice. She uses the best of traditional and natural medicines as well as integrative science based approaches to help her patients achieve the most optimal health.
Dr. Larissa Wheeler ND uses comprehensive bloodwork testing, hormonal testing, in addition to her 75 minute introductory appointment to inform her prescriptions and treatment plans.
How do you support patients with complex health concerns?
Dr. Larissa Wheeler supports patients with complex health concerns by giving each patient enough time to describe their symptoms in detail. She uses all information gathered and bloodwork to put together the pieces of puzzle that is you and your health. In this way, she is able to treat many complex concerns which may get missed conventionally.
How long does a follow-up consultation take? / How long of an appointment should I book?
The first follow up is 60 minutes. Subsequent follow ups are typically 30-60 minutes every 3 months or so until symptoms resolve or we can get you into remission. Then, Dr. Larissa wants to follow up with all of her patients every 1-2 years for health check ups.
Shorter phone calls (15-20 minutes) are also available for quick questions, and to review bloodwork
What qualifications and registrations do you hold?
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND holds a Bachelor of Health Studies from the University of Regina - a 4 year degree as well as a 4 year Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine completed at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto.
How do you ensure treatments are safe for each patient?
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND ensures that all treatments are well explained to each patient, and that they understand the pros, cons, risks and benefits. Natural medicines can be very effective, but they can sometimes interact with pharmaceutical medications, so Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND makes sure that everything prescribed is safe to take concurrently, if applicable.
How does naturopathy support preventive healthcare?
Naturopathy, at its core is preventative medicine. Dr. Larissa Wheeler excels both at treating acute and chronic health conditions ; however, you don't have to have a diagnosis to see her. If you'd like to discuss your health, the best diet and exercise, and the most appropriate vitamins to take, there is room for that as well. Further, Dr. Larissa Wheeler uses naturopathic medicine to help prevent future disease or lessen it's impact. For example, many of her patients see her as they have a family history of diabetes or high cholesterol, and she treats them to help continue to be healthy as they age.
How many wellness activities are recommended for a healthy lifestyle?
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND believes that each person is unique and can benefit from different interventions. Some patients, based on mobility or socio-economic status will be accommodated for lifestyle recommendations that are accessible and appropriate for their lives. Other people want to maximize their health and will be given more recommendations, as needed.
However, Dr. Wheeler, ND hopes to help as many people as possible and meet her patients where they are in their health journey.