Dr Carla Cashin, ND
Naturopathic Physician & C0-Director
Dr. Carla Cashin brings over a decade of experience as a naturopathic doctor to the Victoria community. Serving patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, Dr. Cashin provides a unique form of primary care that blends traditional naturopathic approaches with modern medicine. As a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Cashin works to understand the root cause of disease and helps her patients bring wellness to their lives and reach their health goals. Treatment options include prescription medication management, lifestyle medicine, evidence based supplements, and traditional herbal medicines.
Dr. Cashin addresses a wide range of health concerns including:
Perimenopause and Menopause: Hormone Therapy, Weight Management, Bone Health, Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
Menstrual Health: Contraceptive Care, Menstrual Irregularities, Prementrual Mood Changes, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Endometriosis
Fertility and Preconception Care: Preparing for Pregnancy, Perinatal Loss, Infertility, Complementary Care during IVF
Skin Health: Eczema, Acne, Rosacea, Chronic Hives, Skin Care, SkinPen Microneedling
Allergies: Environmental and Food Allergies, Allergy Testing, Sublingual Immunotherpay
Metabolic Health: Thyroid Concerns, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Prediabetes and Diabetes, Weight Management, Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Digestive Health: Gut Healing, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia and Long COVID
Dr Cashin graduated from the University of Victoria and the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine (now CCNM). She is licensed by the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC. She is a member of the Canadian Menopause Society and Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society.
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Dr Meghan van Drimmelen, ND
Naturopathic Physician & C0-Director
Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen has dedicated her practice to merging conventional medicine and naturopathic approaches of health care. Her patient-centered approach to care focuses on informed decision-making, and empowering her patients in their own unique health journey.
In her practice she offers both functional and conventional diagnostic testing, and uses evidence-based herbal therapies, vitamin and mineral supplementation, lifestyle coaching, acupuncture, IV therapy, and pharmaceutical medications.
Dr. van Drimmelen has a general naturopathic practice, with a special interest in the areas of reproductive health including preconception, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum support; hormone imbalances including thyroid disorders, PCOS, perimenopause and menopause; infant and childhood wellness; and chronic health concerns such as allergic disorders, skin concerns, gastrointestinal health, immune dysfunction, mental health, burnout and fatigue.
Dr. van Drimmelen is licensed with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, and holds certifications in pharmaceutical prescribing, acupuncture and IV nutrient therapy. She has received advanced naturopathic training in the areas of gynecology, obstetrics, pediatrics, bioidentical hormone prescribing, and fertility acupuncture. She holds professional memberships with the British Columbia Naturopathic Association, the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians, the Menopause Society, and the Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society. She has a passion for sharing knowledge and has written numerous articles for alive Magazine, and is a co-author in the book “Mokita: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Confidence & Ease.”
For more information about Dr. van Drimmelen, please visit her website at www.drvandrimmelen.com.
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Dr Randi Brown, ND
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Brown provides evidence-based integrative care for women across their lifespan. With a natural focus, her priority is to deliver the best standards of practice in a compassionate and patient-centered manner. Dr. Brown provides tailored healthcare solutions for women with an appreciation of the interconnectedness of various factors that can influence hormonal, reproductive, and sexual well-being.
Perimenopause & Menopause Support
Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Premenstrual Symptoms, Menstrual Concerns & Hormonal Health (PMS, PMDD, PCOS, POI, irregular menstrual cycles or bleeding, endometriosis)
Contraceptive counselling and prescriptions
Acne and skin concerns
Metabolic Health & Weight Management
Fatigue, iron deficiency, thyroid concerns, and endocrine support
Digestive concerns, lifestyle medicine, and nutritional counselling
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Dr Preet Khangura, ND
Naturopathic Physician
Dr Khangura provides a well rounded integrative naturopathic medical practice, and has a great affinity for treating gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmunity, and hormone imbalances. He is considered the Canadian expert and education leader for the condition Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) - the #1 root cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Dr. Khangura also routinely treats other gastrointestinal disorders, such as fungal/yeast dysbiosis, EPI, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's disease, Diverticulosis, and GERD.
Dr. Khangura is also a Canadian leader in diagnosing and treating Chronic Embedded Urinary Tract Infections (cUTI). cUTI's are often misdiagnosed as Interstitial Cystitis and Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome.
Autoimmunity and hormone imbalances are also a significant part of Dr. Khangura's practice due to the extensive connection between the gastrointestinal tract and both the immune and hormonal systems of the body.
Dr Khangura has a passion for educating his peers. Since the beginning of 2016, he has educated over 750 doctors throughout North America on the topic of SIBO/Gastrointestinal disorders and cUTI's. He has also been a featured guest multiple times on the CFAX 1070 afternoon show and CFAX Weekend Wellness, as well as multiple YouTube health & wellness podcasts.
Dr Khangura is licensed with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, and holds certifications in acupuncture, IV therapy, prolotherapy, and pharmaceutical prescribing rights.
Please note that Dr Khangura is currently offering appointments via telephone only.
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Dr Chelsea Cole, ND
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Chelsea Cole, ND utilizes an evidence based, patient centered approach in her practice. She commonly helps people with menstrual cycle, hormonal, digestive, and mental health concerns.
She is passionate about helping people experience better periods throughout their lifespan. Dr. Cole frequently supports menstrual cycle & hormone concerns like: premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), period pain/endometriosis, and perimenopause/menopause. Focusing on menstrual cycle and hormone health means that Dr. Cole gets the opportunity to discuss contraception, preconception care, fertility support, and perimenopausal/menopausal care with her patients. Helping people feel their best prior to pregnancy, and ensuring that they receive prompt & supportive fertility care if needed is a special part of her practice.
Dr. Cole is dedicated to helping people improve their relationship with food, their digestive health, and their mental health. She sees people with concerns like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), anxiety, depression, chronic stress/burnout, and chronic fatigue. It is important to her that people feel better, and more like themselves, without promoting unnecessary food restriction. In addition to her clinical work in this area, Dr. Chelsea Cole is the co-founder of Fare & Flourish, which is a website exploring nutrition, anti-diet culture, and cultivating joy in the kitchen.
In addition, Dr. Cole completes many pap tests, and can assist with the testing and treatment of common genitourinary health concerns like: candidiasis, BV, urinary tract infections, genitourinary syndrome of menopause..
Dr Cole is a member in good standing with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA), and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). She is board certified in acupuncture and intravenous therapy, and has prescription authority. For more information about Dr Cole and her approach, please visit her website and follow her on Instagram.
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