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We just finished our first in person and online talk since 2019! We had a great turnout and have recently posted the video and resources on our website. Feel free to take a gander at the video of Dr. Holewa’s, ‘Is Your Thyroid Making You Sick?’ and Dr. Yim’s “What’s Up With Your Gut?’. There are also resources and links for the powerpoint presentation and recap of the 7 Essential Gut Hacks Dr. Yim put together. Enjoy!

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Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct primary care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause of disease. Symptoms of disease are seen as waring signals of improper functioning of the body. Naturopathic Medicine emphasizes disease as a proces... Read More

Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct primary care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause of disease. Symptoms of disease are seen as waring signals of improper functioning of the body. Naturopathic Medicine emphasizes disease as a process rather than an entity.

Colon Hydrotherapy

Colon Hydrotherapy is a safe, therapeutic treatment used to promote optimal health throughout the entire body. This gentle internal bath helps to reduce gas, bloating and toxic build up in the colon (large intestine). A cleansed colon will not only improve the function of the digestive tract, but also provide enhanced health to other areas of the body. Major organ systems such as the skin, l... Read More

Colon Hydrotherapy is a safe, therapeutic treatment used to promote optimal health throughout the entire body. This gentle internal bath helps to reduce gas, bloating and toxic build up in the colon (large intestine). A cleansed colon will not only improve the function of the digestive tract, but also provide enhanced health to other areas of the body. Major organ systems such as the skin, lungs, liver and kidneys can all benefit from this treatment. Also, the immune system becomes revitalized, creating increased energy levels and rejuvenating well-being.

Acupuncture

Dr. Katarine Holewa ND, RAc has been practicing family, naturopathic medicine for over 10 years. She has a special focus in women’s health, particularly the peri-natal period, which involves: preconception, fertility, pregnancy, post-partum and infancy wellness care as well as hormone health, pain management through acupuncture, metabolic syndromes, and naturopathic aesthetics.

TeleHealth

HIPPA compliant phone or video visits, to ensure confidentiality and provide ongoing access to primary health care providers.

Botox Injections

SkinPen Microneedling

SkinPen Microneedling - Collagen Regenerative Therapy. Helps to stimulate collagen deposition in the skin thus working to decrease the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles, acne scars, hyperpigmentation and improve the texture and overall appearance of skin.

Dr. John Yim ND

Dr. Katarine (Tarine Ute) Holewa BSc, ND, RAc

Dr Katarine Holewa ND, RAc is a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Acupuncturist. She has spent the past 10 years practicing in Victoria, BC, and is now joining VitaCare Natural Health in Nanaimo, BC.

Prior to completing her 3-year training in Traditional Chinese Medicine and her 4-year Naturopathic Medical training at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in Vancouver, BC, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Calgary, receiving her Bachelors Degree in Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Sciences and her Bachelor of Registered Nursing. She then practiced as a full time Registered Nurse in Post-Partum, Special Care Nursery and in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and then continued to practice part-time throughout her Naturopathic education

Dr Katarine now devotes her time and attention to her Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture practice and patients. She focuses on preventative medicine, creating and maintaining positive lifestyle changes and finding the underlying causes of illness. She approaches medicine using a more holistic approach to health care and by employing the basic Naturopathic principles, treating the whole person rather than separate symptoms or ailments, and creating highly individual treatment plans.

Dr Katarine sees patients of all ages and for conditions ranging from acne to mental health and allergies to chronic pain. She has a special interest in working with Gastrointestinal Disorders (SIBO, IBS, etc), Hormone Re-Balancing (in PMS, fertility, peri and menopause) and Autoimmune Disorders (RA, Sjrogrens, Polymyalgia, etc), Chronic Illness and Integrative Cancer Care.

Dr Katarine enjoys educating her patients and helping them reach their own unique health and wellness goals. In addition to utilizing Nutritional Counseling, Acupuncture, Botanical Remedies/Herbs and Homeopathic remedies, she has additional certifications in IV (Intravenous) Therapy, Prolotherapy (joint regeneration) and Neural Therapy.

Dr Katarine has undertaken further training in Naturopathic Aesthetics, focusing on Rosacea, Acne, Ageing and Hyperpigmentation. She utilizes treatments such as Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Facial Gua Sha & Massage and carries a line of exclusive Aesthetic products which are specifically targeted to treat these various concerns.

Additionally, Dr Katarine licenced to prescribe pharmaceutical medications and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

Outside of the clinic, Dr Katarine ND RAc enjoys spending time with friends and family, training and riding her horses, hiking, biking, and walking her dog, and exercising her green thumb in her garden. She is a regular shopper at the local farmers markets and healthy cafes and restaurants, a fervent baker and is also a Professional Chocolatier!

Dr Katarine Holewa ND, RAc is a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Acupuncturist. She has spen... Read More

Chantal David CT, LPN

Mrs. Lindsay Russel LPN

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