Naturopathic Medicine

Stephani Waldron-Trapp, N.D.

My JourneyNationally Certified in Therapeutic

Massage and Body Work Desired education to give my clients

regarding nutrition and lifestyle changes.

Worked with a naturopathic doctor for my own health who inspired me

EducationBachelor’s in biomedical scienceDoctorate in naturopathic medicine

Basic science classes Core classes

Geriatrics, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, cardiology, pharmacology, endocrinology…

Treatment/therapy oriented classes Botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy,

acupuncture, psychology, counseling…National board exams – licensure and/or

Registration

Current PracticesNWHSU – The Bloomington Natural

Care Center, in Bloomington. Work among other natural health care

providers such as chiropractors, acupuncturists, and massage therapists.

Natural Family Medicine – Champlin Private practice

What is naturopathic medicine? 

Six Fundamental Principals 1. The Healing power of nature2. Identify and treat the cause3. First do no harm4. Doctor as Teacher5. Treat the whole person6. Prevention

The Healing power of nature

Our bodies have an innate ability to heal on their own, given the right tools. Improving the quality of food choices,

providing nutrients that our body needs to not only function, but function at it's best. 

Identify and treat the causeTreating the cause of a diseased

state instead of treating the symptoms of a diseased state. 

Always asking “why?” Chronic sinus infections Anemia

First do no harmleast invasive treatments to minimize

risk and use the least amount of intervention 

Individualized treatment plans per patient, avoiding cookbook treatments

Do our best not to suppress symptoms Fever, eczema 

Doctor as TeacherWe spend a lot of time educating

patients – What is happening in their body Teaching them healthier lifestyles Letting them know why we make

specific recommendations  

Treat the whole person Illness comes from imbalances on

multiple levels (physical, spiritual, emotional, social, and environmental) 

Prevention Prevention and wellness is key to

achieving and maintaining optimal health.

Evaluate personal and family history as well as vulnerability to achieve better health. 

What does an initial consultation include?

The Initial Visit  Takes approximately 1.5-2 hoursThorough history Physical exam based on health issues Discussing valuable laboratory

testing Designing a treatment protocol with

the patient that includes realistic goals and recommendations. 

HistoryHealth concerns Medical history and significant

exposures for themselves and close relatives 

Lifestyle (occupation, stress, support, meditation, exercise, sleep, energy, food choices, bowel habits, etc) 

Physical Examination Regular physical exams

vitals, system oriented exams Functional medicine exams  

Reflexes in the Achilles tendon to assess thyroid sufficiency

Pupil dilation in response to light to evaluate adrenal sufficiency 

Looking for grey bubbles behind the T.M. to assess for food or environmental sensitivities 

LabsGeneral blood work -  reference ranges

are usually tighter for prevention   Fasting glucose  <86   Hba1c = 4.5-5  Cholesterol – High vs. Low and why?  

Functional Medicine Kits - blood, urine, saliva and/or stool samples 

Functional Medicine LabsHormone levels Adrenal functionLiver function   Gastrointestinal function  Neurotransmitter testing   Allergy testingCardiovascular Health MarkersHeavy Metals

Types of therapiesClinical NutritionFood supplementsLifestyle counselingBotanical MedicineHomeopathic remediesPhysical medicineHydrotherapy 

Individualization Each Person Leaves with an

individualized treatment plan that takes into consideration their

personal history, family history and health goals. This may encompass one or multiple

laboratory recommendations and therapy options. 

Resourceswww.naturalfamilydoc.comwww.nwhealth.edu/bloomington-

natural-care-center/clinical-services/naturopathic-medicine/

www.MNANP.orgwww.naturopathic.org