Holistic Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular and metabolic conditions are common in country: millions of Americans suffer from high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, and diabetes. Cardiovascular disease affects over 37,000 Vermonters every year and is the second leading cause of death in Vermont.
Because the cardiovascular and metabolic systems impact so many other organs and processes in our bodies, improving the function of the heart, blood vessels, and metabolism is key to optimizing health. As a primary care doctor, I am diligent about making sure my patients with cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol have regular blood work, screening exams, and specialist referrals to help them manage their condition.
My focus on preventive health allows me to work with clients to improve health and reduce risk for chronic diseases. I am skilled at addressing concerns unique to clients with cardiovascular issues, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, blood sugar dysregulation, and exercise counseling. I specialize in addressing the root cause of these dysfunctions and supporting clients with a wide varieties of natural solutions.
Solutions for Common Conditions:
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Blood sugar dysregulation and Type 2 diabetes
Obstructive sleep apnea
Services Offered:
Prescription medication management
Exercise counseling
Custom herbal formulations (teas, tinctures)
Vitamins, minerals, and nutritional supplements
I have extensive experience working with clients to optimize their cardiovascular and metabolic health. During my internship, I completed a one year mentorship in naturopathic cardiopulmonary medicine with Dr. Martin Milner, one of the nation’s foremost experts natural medicine for cardiovascular conditions. Additionally, I have served as adjunct faculty in the cardiopulmonary medicine curriculum at National University of Natural Medicine.