BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Chow's interest in Naturopathic Medicine began as a child with exposure to Chinese medicinal herbs and acupuncture from her family and became solidified throughout her university studies in human physiology; her laboratory research on the effects of Echinacea in pregnancy; and her travels to a tropical medicinal farm in Costa Rica and a living foods centre in New Mexico.
She is passionate about Naturopathic Medicine and treats each patient with compassion and empathy. She uses a variety of Naturopathic assessments and treatments and tailors them to each individual's unique needs. Dr. Chow, ND stays current with the latest research and Naturopathic treatments by continually updating her skills through on-going education in the most contemporary and effective treatment methods.
Dr. Chow, ND has additional training in the treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromylagia, and multiple chemical sensitivity (CFS/FM/MCS), having worked at the Integrative Care Centre of Toronto with Dr. Alison Bested, a leader in the integrative treatment of patients with CFS/FM/MCS.
She has a special interest in the adjunctive treatment of cancer patients using Naturopathic Medicine and is a member of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Doctors. She is also very experienced and knowledgeable in the use of intravenous (IV) therapy and has over 13 years of experience in this modality, treating a variety of health conditions as well as lecturing on the safe use of IV therapy for the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine's (CCNM) intravenous therapy certification course. At CCNM, she acts as an adjunct supervisor assisting in teaching students oncology care using intravenous therapy and Naturopathic Medicine.
EDUCATION
- McGill University, Physiology. Graduated with Great Distinction
- Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). Awarded the Swiss Herbal Remedies Bursary for excellence in women's health
ADDITIONAL CLINICAL EDUCATION
- Finca Alba Nueva Tropical Medicinal Farm, Costa Rica
- Sherbourne Health Centre for HIV/AIDS
- Anishnawbe Health Centre for Aboriginal people
- Sports Medicine Group at CCNM
ADDITIONAL ACCREDITATIONS
- Certified in Intravenous Therapy
- Certified in Scalp Acupuncture
- Certified in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
- Certified in Body Sculpting Acupuncture
PUBLICATIONS
- Contributing author in the book Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia (Cumberland House Publishing, 2006).
Available from amazon.com or amazon.ca
- Contributing author in the book The Clear Skin Diet (Cumberland House Publishing, 2007). Available from amazon.com or amazon.ca
- Published in the journal, Biology of the Neonate, ‘Dietary Echinacea purpurea during Murine Pregnancy: Effect on Maternal Hemopoiesis and
Fetal Growth. Available here.
MEMBERSHIPS
- Member in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario. (Click here for website link).
- Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. (Click here for website link).
- Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors. (Click here for website link).
- Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians. (Click here for website link).
She is passionate about Naturopathic Medicine and treats each patient with compassion and empathy. She uses a variety of Naturopathic assessments and treatments and tailors them to each individual's unique needs. Dr. Chow, ND stays current with the latest research and Naturopathic treatments by continually updating her skills through on-going education in the most contemporary and effective treatment methods.
Dr. Chow, ND has additional training in the treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromylagia, and multiple chemical sensitivity (CFS/FM/MCS), having worked at the Integrative Care Centre of Toronto with Dr. Alison Bested, a leader in the integrative treatment of patients with CFS/FM/MCS.
She has a special interest in the adjunctive treatment of cancer patients using Naturopathic Medicine and is a member of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Doctors. She is also very experienced and knowledgeable in the use of intravenous (IV) therapy and has over 13 years of experience in this modality, treating a variety of health conditions as well as lecturing on the safe use of IV therapy for the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine's (CCNM) intravenous therapy certification course. At CCNM, she acts as an adjunct supervisor assisting in teaching students oncology care using intravenous therapy and Naturopathic Medicine.
EDUCATION
- McGill University, Physiology. Graduated with Great Distinction
- Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). Awarded the Swiss Herbal Remedies Bursary for excellence in women's health
ADDITIONAL CLINICAL EDUCATION
- Finca Alba Nueva Tropical Medicinal Farm, Costa Rica
- Sherbourne Health Centre for HIV/AIDS
- Anishnawbe Health Centre for Aboriginal people
- Sports Medicine Group at CCNM
ADDITIONAL ACCREDITATIONS
- Certified in Intravenous Therapy
- Certified in Scalp Acupuncture
- Certified in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
- Certified in Body Sculpting Acupuncture
PUBLICATIONS
- Contributing author in the book Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia (Cumberland House Publishing, 2006).
Available from amazon.com or amazon.ca
- Contributing author in the book The Clear Skin Diet (Cumberland House Publishing, 2007). Available from amazon.com or amazon.ca
- Published in the journal, Biology of the Neonate, ‘Dietary Echinacea purpurea during Murine Pregnancy: Effect on Maternal Hemopoiesis and
Fetal Growth. Available here.
MEMBERSHIPS
- Member in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario. (Click here for website link).
- Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. (Click here for website link).
- Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors. (Click here for website link).
- Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians. (Click here for website link).