Dr. Sarah Soles, ND has now relocated to the Comox/ Courtney area on Vancouver island. She still maintains a full time practice with Integrated Health Clinic, and is available for phone and virtual visits for current and new patients. | Dr. Alyssa Fruson, ND is now seeing patients one day a week at the White Rock location! Dr. Fruson has a very established practice focusing on fertility, peri-natal and post-natal care, and pediatrics. We are excited that she is extending her breadth of experience to include our White Rock location as well! | IHC Webinar Series Tackling Snoring & Sleep Apnea - Hosted by Dr. Michelle Willis, ND Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024 Time: 6:30pm Location: Free Online Webinar Do you or someone you know struggle with snoring or sleep apnea? You’re not alone! Recent statistics reveal that a staggering 40% of people in Canada experience snoring, and alarmingly, 1 in 4 adults possibly suffer from sleep apnea. This September, we invite you to an insightful and practical webinar hosted by Dr. Michelle Willis, ND, a leading expert in sleep health. Why Attend? To understanding the impact of snoring, gain insights into sleep apnea, and learn about innovative solutions: ie. Painless Laser Therapy.You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of this treatment for snoring and sleep apnea, and get practical solutions through expert advice. How to Register: Secure your spot for this free eye-opening webinar by clicking below: REGISTER NOW Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical solutions for a healthier, more restful sleep. For more information or any inquiries, please contact us at 604-888-8365 | Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) - now being offered at White Rock location! Dr. Karen Parmar and Dr. Alyssa Fruson have been offering IUI treatments, in our Fort Langley location, for the past 10 years. As of September, Dr. Fruson is also working out of the White Rock location, and the fertility department will be expanding to offer IUI treatments in both locations! | The rationale behind IUI is to increase the number of normal motile sperm, that are morphologically normal, in the uterus, closer to the site of fertilization. IUIs are usually prescribed in rounds of 3 consecutive cycles. Research supports the effectiveness up to 6 cycles, when compared to natural timed intercourse. Indications of IUI -male sub fertility -absence of fertile cervical mucous -ovulatory dysfunction -unexplained infertility -mild endometriosis For more information on our approach to treating infertility: https://www.integratedhealthclinic.com/womens-health/infertility-miscarriages/ Dr. Karen Parmar, ND | Take Charge of Your Health with the Healthy Living Assessment Blood Test | With the ongoing shortage of Family Doctors, accessing timely healthcare can be challenging. Whether you’re managing an existing health concern or simply want to know where you stand, the Healthy Living Assessment panel is an essential step in preventive care. Fortunately, LifeLabs are conveniently accessible through Naturopathic Doctors and the Healthy Living Assessment offers a practical and accessible alternative, allowing you to obtain crucial health information. By bundling these tests in a cost effective way you save time and money while getting a comprehensive health snapshot. The Healthy Living Assessment is one of twelve panels offered through Integrated Health Clinic and is an excellent tool for those looking to take a proactive approach to their well-being. It’s designed to screen for a wide range of health markers, giving you and your Naturopathic Doctor valuable insights into your overall wellbeing. By evaluating critical areas like blood health, metabolism, organ function, inflammation, and more, this assessment helps catch potential issues early, before they become more serious. Paired with a yearly physical exam, it’s a powerful way to ensure you’re on the right track to maintaining a healthy, balanced life. Take a step towards better health today. Call 604 888 8325 to book your appointment for a Healthy Living Assessment panel and Physical Exam to gain the knowledge you need to live your healthiest life. In health, Dr. Hillary Godin, ND (she/her) | From the Cancer Care Center | Hello all, here are a few updated from the IHC CCC this September. | First, I am happy to be back to clinic after a summer sabbatical. A huge thanks to the IHC team for taking such good care of my patients in my absence! The first week back has been great, I certainly missed the team and my patients. Second, September marks the beginning of Dr. Soles’ move to Vancouver Island with her lovely family, and her transition to a largely remote practice. We are thrilled that Dr. Soles remains an integral part of the IHC family. We wish her the very best in this new and exciting chapter. Third, I am pleased to announce that during the sabbatical I was able to complete the long awaited Advanced Integrative Palliative Care Course, and its accompanying text called The Algorithm Book. You can find information on this course @ https://integrativeoncologyinstitute.ca. Many years in the making, this represents collaboration amongst leading naturopathic, medical and radiation oncologists, our very own palliative care doctor Kevin Sclater, MD, and resident Dr. Sarah Denotter, ND. Our patients can take comfort knowing our group is developing and leading integrative oncology providers worldwide on the best practices in managing patients with serious illness. Fourth, a few updates on upcoming conferences that I will be attending: - October 6/7 I will be attending The Dermoscopy Academy in Manhattan, New York (https://thedermoscopyacademy.com/). This premier event gathers top dermoscopy experts from across the Americas for an intensive two-day course aimed at enhancing expertise in dermoscopy, dermoscopic diagnostic criteria, advancements in optical filters, correlations with histopathology, and more. This is exciting for our patients as Total Body Skin Mapping will soon be offered at IHC! Perhaps the most exciting thing about this, is that this incredible skin cancer screening tool will be a only a part of our upcoming Cancer Screening Program that will be unlike any screening program currently available. - Next, I will be attending the McGill International Palliative Care Congress, along with our very own Dr. Kevin Sclater and Mark Elderfield. The three of us are looking forward to a week in Montreal, with the world’s best palliative care minds. We are also very excited to have been selected for a poster presentation on our Integrative Palliative care model, with the best of naturopathic and conventional medicine intersecting to provide the best quality and comprehensive palliative care for our patients with serious illness, including metastatic cancers, as well as advanced heart, liver, lung, kidney, and autoimmune diseases (amongst other serious chronic illnesses). - Lastly, in late October I will proudly deliver an Oral Presentation titled Integrative Naturopathic Treatment Model for Colorectal Cancer: A Retrospective Study, at the 21st annual Society of Integrative Oncology conference at the City of Hope Hospital in Costa Mesa, California. This is the first IHC CCC study that has been completed and is now ready for dissemination. We have submitted this same paper for publication to the Journal of Clinical Oncology, but no matter what, we will get this published. Between the IHC research department’s recent advancements, the upcoming launch of our new and exciting cancer screening program including the skin cancer diagnostic equipment, and our uniquely holistic integrative palliative care programs – I have never been more excited about what we are doing at the IHC CCC. All of this is in addition to our longstanding and incredible team of NDs, nurses, MD, acupuncturist, support and administrative staff. Sincerely yours, Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO(USA) | The Role of Vitamin D in Cancer Prevention: What You Need to Know Vitamin D, often called the "sunshine vitamin," is crucial for many bodily functions, including bone health, immune function, and mood regulation. In addition, vitamin D might also play a significant role in cancer prevention. Emerging research suggests that maintaining adequate levels of vitamin D could help reduce the risk of developing certain cancers and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. Dr. Sarah Soles, ND, FABNO Click to Read Full Blog Post | | Pain medication finally recommended in U.S. for IUD use. What about Canada? - National | Globalnews.ca Newly released guidance in the United States is now recommending pain management for the insertion of an intrauterine device or IUD, which can be an unpleasant experience for some women. | The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated their guidance saying that lidocaine, which is a local anesthetic agent, is useful in reducing patient pain for IUD placement. It's "way too common" for patients not to get any pain management while undergoing the procedure, Dr. Joss Reimer, the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority's chief medical officer, said in a 2023 interview with CBC Manitoba's Information Radio. "It's a long-standing practice where we just don't value the pain of women the same way we do men, and expect them to go through painful procedures that we wouldn't expect in other circumstances." The Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada (SOGC), stated that they understand that some patients may need more pain management, but making that a standard of care would limit patient access, as all practioners aren’t able to offer that in their clinical setting. All IUD insertions done at IHC, are performed with use of local anesthetic. We have been offering pain management solutions for this procedure for the past decade. We are thrilled that the US is acknowledging the need for pain management, and hope that Canada will soon follow suit. Dr. Karen Parmar, ND https://globalnews.ca/news/10687785/iud-insertion-pain-management-guidance/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/iud-pain-sedation-1.7170386 | Doctor Favourite Receipes | Braised Greens with Coconut Kale With fall around the corner the gardens and grocery stores are now full of a variety of local leafy greens making it an opportune time to incorporate these delicious foods into your cooking! Here is one of my favourite kale recipes that even my children adore which I found many years ago from Cooks Illustrated. Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, minced (about 1 cup) 5 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 5 teaspoons) 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon curry powder 2 pounds kale or collard greens, ribs removed, leaves chopped into 3-inch pieces and rinsed (about 24 loosely packed cups; see related step-by-step below) 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk Table salt 1 tablespoon lime juice Ground black pepper ⅓ cup toasted cashews Before You Begin *For best results, be sure your greens are fully cooked and tender in step 1 before moving on to step 2. Instructions 1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and beginning to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, and curry powder; cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add half of greens and stir until beginning to wilt, about 1 minute. Add remaining greens, broth, coconut milk, and ¼ teaspoon salt; quickly cover pot and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender, 25 to 35 minutes for kale and 35 to 45 minutes for collards. 2. Remove lid and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid has evaporated (bottom of pot will be almost dry and greens will begin to sizzle), 8 to 12 minutes. Remove pot from heat; stir in lime juice and remaining tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle greens with toasted cashews and serve. 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