Our commitment to promoting equity, inclusion, and diversity in naturopathic medicine (Cloe Franko)6/15/2021  June is both PRIDE month and Indigenous History month in Canada. These are often seen as opportunities for celebration and reflection on Canada’s diversity. Unfortunately, events in the last two weeks -- from the discovery of the remains of 215 Indigenous children at Kamloops residential school in British Columbia to the anti-Muslim-fueled terrorist attack on a family in London, Ontario to homophobic violence in Toronto -- have also brought painful reminders of the deeply rooted racism and hatred in our communities.
The oppression of and violence against Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour, LGBTQ2SIA+, women, and disabled people is not relegated to history nor to the streets -- these communities also face marginalization and oppression within the healthcare system. We, as soon-to-be naturopathic doctors, intend to be part of a wave of medical practitioners who are working to dismantle the racial, social, economic, and physical barriers to adequate, appropriate, and affirming medical care. A group of CCNM Toronto campus students have drafted a revised Naturopathic Doctor’s Oath that reflects these commitments. Our class was the first to reflect upon it as part of our orientation to clinic in May. No matter your faith, abilities, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status, we welcome you to work with us toward your unique health goals. We do not pretend to be experts in your identity or experience. Instead, we commit to working with you as an individual, considering your unique experience in the world and its impact on your health, and asking questions without judgement.
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I am so excited to introduce the newest members of the Tuesday afternoon team! Why book an appointment at our teaching clinic?
You can choose to book directly with any of the following senior interns (all under my supervision, and with the support of the rest of the team), or with our team in general. Without further ado, the team!  Brittany Sampson I come from a nutrition background and an east coast upbringing. I bring to the appointment an outgoing personality with an eagerness to see you succeed. I am here to help guide you on your health journey, no matter where you are starting from. Together we will create the foundation that is needed to achieve your health goals.  Zeynep Akkuyu I value an evidence-informed, individualized approach in the management of gastrointestinal disorders, skin concerns, thyroid issues and weight management. I am happy to support you in regaining control over your health, encouraging you to find balance and helping you feel your best!  Raisa Dorsainville I’m Raisa, I came to CCNM hailing from New York. My educational background is a BSc from Howard University. I’m passionate about helping others improve their quality of life so that achieving well-being comes naturally. I’m here to hold space and tend to whatever health concerns individuals are met with.  Cloe Franko I stumbled upon naturopathic medicine during my own healing journey and was so inspired I changed careers to pursue it. I believe deeply in the naturopathic principle of identifying and treating the root cause of disease and work with patients to uncover barriers to healing. I am excited to work with you to understand your personal health puzzle and support your return to your most vital self.  Annaleeza Renzone I have always had a passion to help people. People deserve extraordinary health, and it's important to me to advocate for patients and let them see their full health potential. I want to create an open and safe space for people to prioritize themselves.  Simone Pirita While completing my university degree, I found a passion for all things natural. It was shortly after that I was introduced to naturopathic medicine and I realized it was my calling. I am so excited to continue on this journey and work with my patients to help them reach their health goals, whatever they may be. I want to encourage everyone to become advocates of their own health, while supporting them in creating an enjoyable and sustainable lifestyle.  Nora Fenton I came into naturopathic medicine to educate and empower my patients so that they take their health into their own hands. I have a special interest in hormonal and reproductive health, but I’m here to address any and all of your health goals. I’m a strong believer that feeling “fine” isn’t good enough; you deserve to feel amazing. My mission will always be to meet you where you’re at so that we can achieve your health goals, together.  Han Gil Chung
My special interest are musculoskeletal concerns, hormonal issues, and auto-immune conditions. I am interested in helping with your digestion and sleep to get you to your optimal health. I'm most familiar with acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and physical medicine. Optimal health can be reached with lifestyle modifications, so I will support with clinical nutrition and exercise prescription. I believe each individual has their own direction to reach to their best health! |
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