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1. Do you treat ...?
2. Can you prescribe antibiotics or other prescription medicine?
3. What if I already have a “regular” doctor?
4. Do you take insurance?
5. Do I have to give up all the foods I love?
6. Do you treat kids?
7. Can you help with Hormone Replacement Therapy?
8. What do think of specialty diets (e.g., Atkins, Zone, Vegetarian)?
9. How do I make an appointment?

1. Do you treat ...?
Yes. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are licensed doctors. In short, you can go to Dr. Brody for everything from the flu to chronic pain to menopause. Just like an allopathic doctor, NDs refer for lab tests or x-rays, prescribe medications, and can refer to a specialist when necessary. In addition, naturopathic physicians can treat many conditions that may not respond well to allopathic medicine such as colds, migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic fatigue syndrome. More About Naturopathic Medicine

2. Can you prescribe antibiotics or other prescription medicine?
Naturopathic physicians (NDs) may prescribe any naturally derived medicine (antibiotics, hormone replacement therapy, etc.) for the treatment of symptoms. In the rare cases where Dr. Brody wishes to recommend medication that is not naturally derived, she can refer you to an MD. NDs may also suggest nutritional supplements and herbs to treat diseases, as well as for overall health and preventive medicine.More About Naturopathic Medicine

3. What if I already have a “regular” doctor?
Dr. Brody is happy to work with you and your allopathic doctor to create a treatment plan that serves you comfortably and effectively. For certain chronic conditions such as advanced diabetes, heart disease and cancer, Naturopathic care successfully supports and enhances allopathic medicine.

4. Do you take insurance?
We do accept insurance. In Oregon, many insurance companies provide policies that cover naturopathic services, but not all insured patients hold such policies. If your insurance does cover our services, our office staff is happy to submit your claim directly. If you are part of an HMO plan that covers Naturopathy or Acupuncture, please consult your preferred provider list to see if Dr. Brody participates in your plan.

Please let us know if you would like us to refer you to someone who can assess your insurance needs and suggest a plan that covers naturopathy and acupuncture.

5. Do I have to give up all the foods I love?
Not necessarily. Your treatment will depend on your problem and your symptoms. No single diet is right for everyone. Specific conditions, such as diabetes or chronic fatigue, may require more drastic changes. Patients work with Dr. Brody to find what foods are right for them. More About Naturopathic Medicine

6. Do you treat kids?
Dr. Brody is a family practitioner. She does everything from pediatrics to geriatrics. Call if you have a question about a specific condition.

7. Can you help with Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Yes, Dr. Brody has a special interest in women’s health. Many women are searching for alternatives to conventional hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Many options exist for managing the complications of menopause or peri-menopause through noninvasive, natural therapies for symptoms.

8. What do think of specialty diets (e.g., Atkins, Zone, Vegetarian)?
Again, no single diet is right for everyone. Patients work with Dr. Brody to find what foods are right for them. Some foods may impact your health while others may have little effect. Specific conditions may require a change in diet to help you feel better. If you are on a special diet and wish to continue with it, Dr. Brody can guide you to healthy eating within your dietary preferences. More About Nutrition

9. How do I make an appointment?
You can request an appointment by calling (503) 977-0500 or by e-mail receptionist@drsamantha.com. New patients should complete the new patient forms and bring them to your first appointment. Go To Patients Section