Naturopathic medicine adds an integrative holistic perspective to the comprehensive services offered at the IMSMP. The goal of naturopathic care is to promote overall health by addressing nutritional, lifestyle, and environmental factors that may underlie disease. Naturopathic Doctors are experts in the use of natural therapies, such as clinical nutrition and botanical medicine, and in drug-herb-supplement interactions. 

In partnership with your neurologist, Dr. Bates, the IMSMP's naturopathic doctor, will help you optimize your health by recommending individualized healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices, identifying and minimizing aggravating causes of illness, and suggesting safe natural treatment options that support healing. Dr. Bates will help you incorporate natural and complementary medicine safely into your overall treatment plan.

What can you expect from a Naturopathic Health Consultation with Dr. Bates?

• Integrative consultation and management of your care in partnership with your neurologist at the IMSMP
• Comprehensive review of your personal health history and naturopathic assessment of current health status
• Individualized recommendations for good nutrition and healthy lifestyle
• Education on anti-inflammatory diet and nutrition for brain health
• Evaluation of your past or present use of supplements and alternative therapies
• Suggestions for specific natural therapies to promote overall wellness and to complement your neurological care