Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Dawne
Naturopathic Intake
This is your first visit with Dr. Dawne. She will take a detailed medical history, perform relevant physical exams, and discuss lab testing options. Visit length: 55 minutes
Naturopathic Follow Up Visit - 30 minutes
Dr. Dawne will review your progress, address any new health concerns, and adjust your treatment plan. Visit length: 25 minutes
Naturopathic Follow Up Visit - 15 Minutes
This visit is perfect to touch base, ask questions about your current treatment plan, or address a specific health concern with Dr. Dawne. * This is only available for Dr. Dawne’s current patients *
Body-Work Follow Up Visit
Dr. Dawne uses a variety of hands-on techniques to help treat injury or pain. She uses: IMS, Trigger Point Acupuncture, Electrostim Acupuncture, Graston Technique, Active Release and other modalities, all of which are included in the visit cost. Visit length: 25 minutes
Microneedling
Microneedling naturally increases the skin’s production of collagen, resulting in a permanent improvement. Reduce the appearance of fine lines, scars, and damage from acne. Dr. Dawne applies a medical-grade numbing cream to reduce discomfort. Hydrating hyaluronic acid gel and anti-oxidant rich Vitamin C Serum are used during microneedling to increase the benefits of this regenerative therapy. The price includes your after-care package, and is almost completely covered by benefits plans.
Injection Therapies
Dr. Dawne is certified in prolotherapy and IV therapy. She will perform a detailed assessment to be sure injection therapies are the right approach for your specific health concerns.
Prolotherapy
Prolotherapy (short for "proliferative therapy") is a specialized injection technique where a healing solution is injected directly into the joint capsule. It stimulates the body's natural healing cascade to allow you to heal from both acute and chronic injury. This price includes your visit (covered by extended health benefits) and the injection cost ($30 and up depending on the number of injections - not covered by health benefits).
B12 Injections
B12 injections can boost energy, increase stamina, and improve mood.
Adrenal Support Injection
The ultimate pick-me-up, this injection contains vitamins and minerals specifically designed to support optimal adrenal function in times of acute or chronic stress.
IV Vitamin Infusions
Please look at our IV Therapy page for more information, located under the “Naturopathy” tab
Dr. Dawne can direct bill to many extended health benefits companies.
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Lab Testing Available with Dr. Dawne
Lab tests can aid in accurate diagnosis and improve treatment results
Food Sensitivity Testing
IgG food sensitivity testing will evaluate if you are expressing antibodies against specific foods, herbs, spices, tea and coffee.
Basic Panel: 120 Foods
Advanced Panel: 200 Foods
Vegetarian Panle: 160 Foods
Gut-Well Comprehensive Stool Analysis
Indigestion? Gas? Bloating? Constipation? Diarrhea? This comprehensive test analyzes markers that indicate how your digestion is working. Absorption, pathogens, overall beneficial bacteria, pancreatic function, and more are evaluated. Distinguish between inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome...and finally get some answers!
Vitamin D Spot
Canada’s general standard of care is that Canadians are likely deficient in Vitamin D and should supplement. But are you supplementing enough? Testing can provide clear direction on how much to supplement with, and for how long
Thyroid Panel
Tired all the time? Brain fog? Chilly all the time? Constipated? Losing hair? An under functioning thyroid can cause all of these symptoms and more. This comprehensive test looks at total thyroid function, including T3, T4, and anti-TPO levels
Hormone Panel - Female
Painful periods, mood swings, acne, fatigue, aches and pains, brain fog, and weight gain are all symptoms of hormone imbalance. This test will give you a comprehensive picture of how your hormones are functioning and guide treatment options to achieve balance...it’s not normal to be incapacitated by pain, depression, or anxiety due to hormone imbalances. Find out what is going on and get the treatment you need
Celiac Panel
This test is 95% sensitive and specific to reveal if you have Celiac Disease. It will also distinguish between gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease
Fatty Acid Profile
Virtually every in our bodies has a phospholipid membrane. Fatty acids play a crucial role in membrane permeability and flexibility. Understanding your fatty acid status can help you optimize your cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of fatal cardiovascular events
Cortisol Levels
Cortisol levels play a critical role in how you feel throughout the day. When they’re too high at night, it’s difficult to sleep. Too low in the morning and it’s difficult to get out of bed. Chronic low or high grade stress can alter how your body produces and responds to this important hormone. Testing can help direct treatment for fatigue or anxious symptoms
Adrenal Function
Our adrenal gland function decides how our body responds to stress. Chronic stress can reduce the body’s ability to respond, or paradoxically leave you in a hypersensitive, fight-or-flight state. Both imbalances can lead to increased risk for adverse outcomes to cardiovascular events
Hormone Panel - Male
Fatigue, lethargy, depression, anxiety, and inability to lose weight can all indicate low testosterone levels. This test comprehensively evaluates male hormones, including their interplay with female hormones in the body
Nutrigenomix
Tests 45 genes to provide the ultimate personalized nutritional information
Conventional Lab Tests
Dr. Dawne can order any conventional lab test, such as routine blood work, however the cost is not covered by Alberta healthcare
Lab tests are not covered by Alberta Health. Costs vary
Far Infrared Sauna
Far Infrared Saunas can help with detoxification, improve cardiovascular health, aid weight-loss, and reduce symptoms of anxiety.
One-Hour Sauna Session
A private sauna session to help you relax
5-Pack of Sauna Sessions
Get the most health benefits and a free session by purchasing a package of sessions.
Enjoy Rocky Mountain Soap Company products in the private shower
About Dr. Dawne
I am passionate about helping ordinary people achieve extraordinary health! I am inspired by those who are trying to help themselves and I want to propel those efforts forward by providing residents of the Bow Valley with naturopathic medicine in Canmore.
My goal is to help you life a life you love. In order to provide the most comprehensive care possible, I have pursued additional training in Functional Medicine, Sports Medicine, Metabolic Disorders, Prolotherapy, injection and IV therapies. I am the only doctor in Canmore providing IV Vitamin Infusions and one of only two doctors certified in prolotherapy. Living in one of Canada's most active communities, I consider it critically important to support your ability to move without pain and heal from injury.
Patients can expect me to use a combination of physical exams, lab testing and a detailed medical history. With that information and using a functional medicine approach, I will help you get to the root cause of your health issues.
