Dr. Patricia J. Wales ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. Patricia J. Wales ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. Patricia Wales ND graduated in 1981 from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. She practiced in Thunder Bay and Toronto before returning to her hometown of Calgary in 1996.
She has worked extensively with both provincial and national naturopathic associations to modernize the laws regulating naturopathic practice and natural health products. Dr. Wales pioneered a naturopathic practice within a multi-disciplinary Wellness Centre at a major manufacturing facility near Toronto.
Blending scientific knowledge and her years of clinical experience, Dr. Wales makes the concepts and practical approach of naturopathic medicine come alive for her patients, the public and other health professionals. A frequent guest on radio and television, she also presents workshops and classes locally to educate interested groups.
Her general family care practice ranges from infants to the golden years and emphasizes stress-proofing, optimum nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits. Individual treatment and prevention programs address concerns such as “I just don’t feel well”, digestive disorders, allergies & food sensitivities, sluggish immunity, ADD/HD, menstrual and menopausal imbalances, infertility, prostrate problems, hypoglycemia, diabetes, arthritis and cardiovascular conditions. As part of her health promotion emphasis Dr. Wales brought Breast Thermography services to Calgary and now actively promotes breast health awareness and treatment strategies.
Services Provided
Dr. Wales is pleased to work with people who want to feel better, improve their quality of life and promote healthy longevity.
She makes a thorough assessment of each patient with:
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• History & Questionnaires
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• Standard laboratory testing |
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• Physical examination |
• Specialized laboratory testing of urine & saliva for hormones and heavy metal toxicity |
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• Muscle response testing for sensitivities |
• Thyroflex – computerized reflex response test for thyroid functionality www.thryoflex.com |
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• Hair analysis for toxic metals & nutritional minerals |
• BIA (Bio-Impedance Analysis) – body composition test to evaluate %fat and water levels |
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• In-office urinalysis for nutritional markers |
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Treatment programs focus on improving health using:
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• In-depth nutrition including dietary changes and supplements |
• Cleansing & detoxification programs |
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• Botanical (herbal) medicine |
• Weight management programs |
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• Homeopathic drainage protocols |
• Lifestyle counselling |
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• Psycho-Somatic Energetics: homeopathic remedies that address the mind-body interface |
• At-home self-help strategies |
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• Relaxation / focusing techniques |
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Dr. Wales also teaches at her clinic and to corporations & community groups on a variety of health topics including her Healthy Breasts for a Lifetime program.
For information and appointments, call (403) 301-0123 or fax (403) 301-0105
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