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Samantha Gray, ND, RAc

Dr. Samantha Gray, ND RAc graduated in 2001 from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in Portland, Oregon with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM).  She is a Registered Acupuncturist in British Columbia.  In addition to her foundational degrees, Dr. Gray participates in extensive continuing education yearly.  

Dr. Gray’s knowledge as a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and a Registered Acupuncturist (RAc) provide her with an array of Western and Chinese Medicine based healing remedies. Dr. Gray’s primary modes of therapy include: diet and nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, homeopathic drainage as well as vitamin and mineral supplementation.  In addition to careful listening and utilizing functional medicine testing, Dr. Gray aims to identify the root of physical symptoms.  Her therapeutic strategy is to remove the “obstacles to cure” that are causing the symptoms and then support the body’s natural inclination and power to heal itself.

With a particular emphasis on working with women, Dr. Gray’s practice is focused in the following areas:

Women’s Health

  • menstrual disorders: irregular periods, heavy periods, painful periods, PMS, missed periods
  • perimenopausal hormonal concerns:  hot flashes, night sweats, headaches, joint pains, low libido
  • hormone disruption, weight gain
  • fertility support and infertility
  • chronic vaginal yeast and BV infections, UTI’s
  • perinatal care and support including prenatal acupuncture
  • postpartum care and support

Mental-Emotional Health 

  • anxiety
  • depression
  • poor concentration and focus
  • mood swings
  • poor memory

Digestive Health

  • constipation and diarrhea
  • gas, bloating
  • IBS, SIBO, Candida overgrowth
  • colitis
  • gluten intolerance
  • food intolerances

General Internal Medicine:

  • digestive disturbances:
  • endocrine disorders:  adrenal imbalances, thyroid conditions, fatigue, blood sugar imbalances
  • skin disorders:  acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, fungal infections
  • immune system dysfunction:  allergies, autoimmune conditions
  • blood sugar imbalances:  insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, type two diabetes

Pediatric Medicine:

  • breastfeeding support
  • preventative medicine with advice about first foods and feeding toddlers
  • digestive complaints, colic, skin rashes, ear infections, chronic and acute upper respiratory infections, asthma, food allergies, diaper rash, behavioural issues

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Languages

  • English