Dr. Whelan has virtual or in-office appointments available to patients residing in BC
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Known for her warm and inquisitive nature, Dr. Whelan practices compassionate medicine with patients of all ages and from all spectrums of health. Dr. Whelan values the individuality of each person and works closely with her patients to dig deep into their symptoms, while considering the physical, mental, emotional, social and environmental factors that may be impacting their current state of health. She meets her patients where they are at, and supports them in achieving their goals each step of the way with information, tools and treatments that best suit their unique circumstances and needs.
Dr. Whelan is passionate about supporting individuals and communities to become healthy and more resilient. She believes that health is much more than healthy eating and exercise. It includes the ability to self-regulate emotionally and cope in times of stress, the presence of laughter and play in one's life, a person's sense of belonging and community, and a person's connection to purpose. Whether someone is relatively fit and seeking to maximize their health or is dealing with the challenges of a chronic illness, Dr. Whelan takes all aspects of wellness into consideration and has seen her patients benefit greatly from it.
Dr. Whelan treats a wide range of health concerns from chronic disease to general health maintenance. Her areas of focus include:
Dr. Whelan is passionate about supporting individuals and communities to become healthy and more resilient. She believes that health is much more than healthy eating and exercise. It includes the ability to self-regulate emotionally and cope in times of stress, the presence of laughter and play in one's life, a person's sense of belonging and community, and a person's connection to purpose. Whether someone is relatively fit and seeking to maximize their health or is dealing with the challenges of a chronic illness, Dr. Whelan takes all aspects of wellness into consideration and has seen her patients benefit greatly from it.
Dr. Whelan treats a wide range of health concerns from chronic disease to general health maintenance. Her areas of focus include:
- Mental/Emotional Wellness: Chronic stress, depression & anxiety, brain fog, insomnia, fatigue, burn-out
- Gastrointestinal Health: IBS/SIBO, food sensitivities/intolerances, anemia, heartburn/gastritis, food cravings, symptoms such as constipation/diarrhea/bloating/excess gas.
- Hormone Health: Adrenal/thyroid disorders, yeast infections, irregular cycles, PMS, PCOS, peri-menopause, and menopause.
- Cardiovascular Wellness: Diabetes, metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, statin support
Education
Dr. Whelan is a graduate of the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine and holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Calgary. She is a member in good standing of the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA), College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).
Additional Training & Certifications:
Additional Training & Certifications:
- Acupuncture (CNPBC board certified)
- Advanced Certification in Intravenous Therapy
- Diabetes Intensive with Dr. Mona Morstein, ND
- Pharmaceutical Prescribing License
- Naturopathic Advanced Life Support (NALS)
- Craniosacral Therapy Level 1 through Upledger Institute International
- HeartMath® Certified Practitioner
- Practitioner Training in Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique (EBEFT)