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NUNM Helfgott Research Institute Collaboration is Fueling the Future of Alzheimer’s Research

Heather Sandison, ND
A new multimodal study testing a clinical program by Heather Sandison, ND, designed and supported by a research team at the NUNM Helfgott Research institute could have wide-reaching implications for the field of Alzheimer’s research. While clinical trials have historically focused on a singular treatment method for cognitive decline, these new findings show how an individualized, holistic approach may be more effective.

Classical Chinese Medicine and the LGBTQIA+ Community: A Holistic Approach to Healthcare

Christine Pearson, MSOM (’12), LAc, is an adjunct faculty member at NUNM and a Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM) practitioner that specializes in LGBTQIA+ health, gynecology, and pediatrics. In celebration of Portland's upcoming Pride festivities, Pearson sat down with us to discuss how CCM theories and practices can play a vital role in the healthcare journeys of LGBTQIA+ individuals...

Let’s Be Real About Reflux: Getting to the Heart of Heartburn - A Fresh Approach by NUNM Alumnus and Professor Steven Sandberg-Lewis

Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND, DHANP
Heartburn is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. Many individuals suffer from this condition, seeking relief through various means, often with mixed results. In his new book, Let’s Be Real About Reflux: Getting to the Heart of Heartburn, NUNM alumnus and Professor Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND, DHANP, offers a refreshing perspective on understanding and treating reflux ...

NUNM and Bastyr University sign Letter of Intent to Merge

NUNM President Melanie Henriksen, ND, LAc, CNM and Bastyr University President Devin Byrd, PhD have signed a letter of intent (LOI), which outlines a plan to combine universities and clinic locations to form the nation’s largest natural health and medicine university. Nearly every community in the world needs more leaders in natural health and medicine. …

NUNM Graduate Accepted into Cleveland Clinic Postdoc Program

Ryan Wexler
Ryan Wexler, a dual ND/MSIMR student at the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), is preparing to graduate this June. Wexler's exceptional research achievements and unwavering dedication have earned him a prestigious postdoctoral position at the renowned Cleveland Clinic ...

Shining a Light on Naturopathic Midwives: A Journey with Alumna Dr. Nadia English-Williams

Nadia English-Williams, ND
In recognition of the invaluable work of naturopathic midwives, we sat down with Nadia English-Williams, ND (’15), a distinguished graduate who holds a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a certificate in Natural Childbirth. Dr. English-Williams shared her personal journey in becoming a naturopathic midwife and shed light on the advantages of a natural approach to childbirth ...

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