Naturopathic Family Health Care
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Offered by our team of Naturopathic Doctors, Tracy Gilbert, Carine J. Lafrance, & Sylvia Marasco
- About Naturopathic Medicine
- Benefits of Naturopathic Medicine
- About our Naturopathic Doctors
- What to Expect
- Diagnostic Testing
- Naturopathic Treatments Offered
- Fee Schedule
- Download Intake Forms
- Frequently Asked Questions
- New Introductory Services
About Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine is a system of health care that uses natural therapies to treat, prevent, and diagnose disease. The primary goal of naturopathic medicine is to address the causes of illness rather than simply treating or suppressing the symptoms. A naturopathic doctor (ND) assesses the whole person - taking into consideration physical, mental, and emotional aspects of an individual when developing a customized treatment plan.
Benefits of Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine is beneficial for individuals of all ages, for acute and chronic health conditions, and for those who simply wish to maintain good health and prevent disease. With a focus on addressing the underlying cause of illness and treating the whole person, naturopathic medicine can help to reverse disease and/or significantly improve overall quality of life. Through naturopathic health care, individuals commonly experience improvements in energy, sleep, digestion, stress, and overall sense of wellbeing.
Some of the conditions that can benefit from naturopathic health care include:
- Acne
- ADHD
- Allergies
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Cancer
- Colds and Flu's
- Crohn's, Colitis, Constipation, IBS
- Depression
- Ear Infections
- Eczema & Psoriasis
- Fibromyalgia
- Headaches
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Menopause
- Migraines
- Obesity
- PMS
- Stress
About our Naturopathic Doctors
Tracy Gilbert, HBA, MA, ND
Tracy graduated as a Naturopathic Doctor in 2002 from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Upon completion of her studies, she returned to her hometown of Sudbury, Ontario and began the work of creating a family naturopathic practice. What began as Nature's Apothecary, naturopathic medical clinic and health food store, has evolved into Ezentials, natural health centre and spa.
At Ezentials, Tracy offers naturopathic family health care and has a particular interest in the treatment of infertility. She is also actively involved in all areas of the business to ensure continued growth and expansion. For her, this is a work of passion! Her goal is to create a destination health centre and spa where clients can come to restore health using natural, safe and effective treatment options.
Tracy's qualifications include:
- 10 years of post-secondary education
- Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
- Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree (HBA) in Psychology
- Master of Arts Degree (MA) in Clinical Psychology
- Received the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2007 by the Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce
- Nominated for Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2007 for the Northern Ontario Business Awards and Business Development Bank of Canada Awards
- Author of a relaxation CD entitled "Road to Relaxation"
- Certified hatha yoga instructor from the Sivananda Yoga Retreat in Nassau, Bahamas
- Former weekly health columnist for the Sudbury Star
- Former professor at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
Carine J. Lafrance, BSc, ND
Carine was born and raised in Hearst, a charming little northern Ontario town. She completed a science degree at Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne in Sudbury in 2005, and then continued her education at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Upon completion of her studies in 2009, Carine decided to return to Sudbury to join Ezentials. Carine is looking forward to starting her bilingual practice in northern Ontario.
At Ezentials, Carine offers naturopathic family health care and has a particular interest in pediatric health, women's health and weight management.
Carine’s qualifications include:
- 7 years of post-secondary education
- Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) from Laurentian University
- Bilingual (French and English)
- Health columnist for Le Voyageur
Sylvia Marasco, HBA, ND
Sylvia's passion for people, health and individual experiences originated by facing family health challenges at a young age. These experiences led to the pursuit of optimal health through diet and nutrition and it is here that she recognized a need for more knowledge for herself and to share with others.
Her interest in people on a holistic level expressed itself formally with a completion of two degrees; one in Modern Languages and the other in Religious Studies. These studies helped give her a glimpse of how people relate to themselves and their environment. This was simultaneously complimented by her participation in the hairstyling profession which helped her to hear people's life stories and to relate to them on their level. These interests, experiences and studies, along with a personal desire to further acquire and share methods of empowerment to individuals led to her pursuit in Naturopathic Medicine.
At Ezentials, Sylvia's approach is to familiarize herself with the entire person and to assist with each individual's health journey. She is pleased to be back and practicing in her hometown.
Sylvia's qualifications include:
- 11 years post graduate studies
- Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Modern Languages (Laurentian University)
- Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies (Laurentian University)
- Chartered Herbalist Degree (Dominion Herbal College)
- Meditation Facilitator
- Health Columnist for the Northern Life
What to Expect
Initial Visit - Your first visit with one of our Naturopathic Doctors will be approximately 60 minutes in length. During this initial consultation, the naturopath will take an extensive health history, discuss your primary health concerns, and review any medications and/or supplements that you may be taking.
Second Visit - The second visit is usually one week after the initial visit and is also approximately 60 minutes in length. During this visit, the naturopath will perform a comprehensive physical exam, order any appropriate diagnostic tests, and discuss your personalized treatment plan.
Follow-up Visits - Initially, follow-up visits are typically 30 minutes and are spaced one month apart. These visits allow the Naturopathic Doctor to review your progress, address any additional health concerns, and make appropriate changes to your treatment plan. As your health begins to improve, visits may be spaced further apart.
Diagnostic Testing
Our Naturopathic Doctors use various medical tests to identify the underlying causes of your health concerns. Such tests may include detailed analysis of blood, hair, saliva, urine, and/or stool samples.
Examples of specific tests available include:
- Hormone saliva tests
- Fertility & pregnancy tests
- Food allergy blood tests
- Blood tests for evaluating risk of heart disease
- Conventional blood tests
- Complete stool panels to determine the causes of digestive disturbances
Naturopathic Treatments
Your individualized treatment plan may include a combination of the following naturopathic treatments:
Nutritional Counseling - Dietary recommendations are made to ensure optimal nutrition and to promote your body's self-healing ability.
Lifestyle Counseling - Emphasis is placed on education and personal guidance to assist you in health enhancing lifestyle changes.
Botanical Medicine - Customized combinations of herbs are prescribed to address your specific health concerns.
Constitutional Hydrotherapy - Hot and cold compresses combined with electro-muscular stimulation are used to improve digestion, reproductive health, immunity, and detoxification.
Acupuncture - Acupuncture needles are inserted at specific locations in the body to re-establish balance and health. Cosmetic acupuncture for facial skin care and wrinkle reduction is also available.
Homeopathy - Small doses of substances from nature are used in the form of homeopathic medicines to stimulate healing.
Fee Schedule
Adult Rates (13 and over)
Children's Rates (12 and under)
All rates are subject to 13% HST.
Fees for supplements and laboratory testing are additional.
Day, evening, and weekend appointments are available.
Missed appointments or cancellations with less than 24 hours notice will be billed to your account.
Intake Forms (in pdf format)
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