Teresa True, ND, VNMI
Dr. True practices the full scope of family medicine, including women's health, pediatric, adolescent and adult care. She has a particular interest in correcting digestive function, endocrine and autoimmune disorders including thyroid disease, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, chronic heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating and other gastrointestinal disorders.
Dr. True chose to become a doctor because she admires the intricate physiology of the human body and nature. She decided to become a naturopathic doctor after experiencing working in a medical office and seeing the massive amounts of prescriptions and prescription refills daily. It just didn't make sense. She truly believes in the body's ability to heal and the importance of preventative and wellness care. She is also passionate about helping empower patients in establishing a healthy lifestyle and habits to help prevent disease.
In her free time, Dr. True enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children. They enjoy going for walks around the neighborhood, camping at the coast and reading books. She is a fan of crafting and can often be found crocheting, beading or scrap-booking. Although life often gets in the way, she also loves to play golf.
Naturopathic Medicine
DR. TRUE'S EXPERIENCE:
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Fellowship:
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Vitalist of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute
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Fellow of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute - in progress
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Residency:
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Family Medicine, Hydrotherapy - National College of Natural Medicine, Portland Clinic of Holistic Health, Portland, OR
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Medical Degree:
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ND - Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, Tempe, AZ
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Awarded High Academic Honor, Graduated High Honors
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Baccalaureate::
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Human Physiology, Chemistry - University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
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Memberships:
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Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians
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American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
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Naturopathic Medicine Institute
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Research:
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Comparison of the anti-Staphylococcus aureus activity of commonly used medicinal plants, J. Altern Complement Med. 2014 May;20(5):375-82. Epub 2014 Mar 17
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Effects of Reading on Total Distance Traveled while Riding a Stationary Bike, Research Presentation, University of Oregon, Department of Human Physiology, Eugene, OR
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Additional Training:
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Intravenous Nutrition
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Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture (AZ)
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Alex Kamen, ND
Dr. Kamen is a family medicine practitioner seeing patients of all ages with a focus on gastrointestinal health, mental well-being, autoimmunity, and endocrinology. She received additional mentorship in diagnosing and treating functional disorders, such as SIBO, IBS, IBD, heartburn, and reflux. Recognizing the link between each body system, Dr. Kamen works by treating the whole person—not just the disease.
Dr. Kamen takes the time to truly understand and collaborates with her patients to develop individualized treatment plans. Educating patients on the “why” behind various treatment modalities is incredibly important to her. She takes time to teach patients about their condition and treatment options to ensure patients are making informed decisions regarding their health.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Kamen enjoys spending time in nature. Between camping under the stars or sword fighting at a medieval combat society, she loves an adventure. She is a strong believer in forest bathing and enjoys going on hikes with her husband. When she isn’t outside, you can find Dr. Kamen cooking a delicious meal or curled up with a book alongside her cat.
DR. KAMEN'S EXPERIENCE:
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Medical Degree:
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ND – National University of Health Sciences – Lombard, IL
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Baccalaureate:
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Allied Health Science – Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
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Memberships:
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Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians
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Naturopathic Medicine Institute
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Research:
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Olosho Ethnobotany Project: Documenting Traditional Knowledge through Participatory Research with Dr. Kristin Hedges, Allendale, MI
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Additional Training:
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Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor
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Trauma Informed Care Trained
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Functional Nutrition
Dani Gaudet, MScN
Nutrition
. Dani relocated to Portland from New Orleans in 2013. At that time, she began working in the Portland restaurant industry. She realized that here in Portland, every detail of how the food gets to the plate, was carefully curated and she had the opportunity to work with some of the most inspiring chefs and food creatives in the Pacific Northwest. With a background in Psychology and a passion for food, she sought to combine the two, and that is what led her down the path of holistic nutrition.
Each person’s unique upbringing, culture, geographic location, mental health, and finances, plays a significant role in how they eat and the labels they give to food. Her goal is to help others understand that food does not need to be extreme, it does not need to be good or bad. Together, we simply need to discover what will support, nourish, and heal our individual bodies. Behavior changes and goal setting is an integral piece of her approach. Her approach takes all aspects of health and lifestyle into consideration.
Dani is here to help you with any aspect of nutritional counseling - meal planning, recipe ideas, food relationship coaching, navigating food preparation/ingredient lists with of allergies, sensitives, and/or intolerances in mind.
DANI'S EDUCATION:
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Master’s Degree::
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Nutrition, MScN, National University of Natural Medicine
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Dietetics, RDN, Oregon State University, in progress
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Baccalaureate
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Psychology, B.S., Louisiana State University
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Research
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Universidad de Cartagena, Colombia with department of Tropical Medicine. Local food processing, traditional diets, and the non-communicable diseases.
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Additional Training:
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CPC, Certified Personal Chef
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Sharon Ona, MS, CN, LD, CNS Candidate
Nutrition
Sharon is a functional nutritionist whose passion for food and wellness have been constants for her both personally and professionally. She works with a variety of conditions including gastrointestinal disorders, cardiometabolic issues, women’s health, autoimmune disease management, and disordered eating patterns.
Sharon uses a holistic approach to help her clients discover root causes of imbalance, improve their relationship with food and their body, and create sustainable change through diet and lifestyle. She works to listen, educate, and empower her clients on their journey to better health by creating personalized, evidence-based plans that address their unique story and health goals. She believes in the importance of providing a collaborative approach to nutrition care that supports mind, body, and spirit.
Sharon spent eight lovely years in Portland before temporarily relocating to her hometown of Los Angeles where she currently resides. She enjoys hiking, cycling, saying hi to every dog she meets, and finding inspiration at farmer’s markets.
SHARON'S EDUCATION:
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Master’s Degree::
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Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, University of Western States
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Baccalaureate:
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Environmental Sustainability and Social Justice, San Francisco State University
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Membership:
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American Nutrition Association (ANA)
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Additional Training:
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Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) Candidate, The Clinician’s Incubator
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> Support Staff
Tahlia
Front Office Assistant
Tahlia joined the clinic's team after relocating from Juneau, Alaska. While previously working as a medical receptionist, she learned the importance of holistic medicine in lieu of relying solely on prescription medications. She enjoys working closely with patients to create a safe and comfortable environment, allowing them to make informed decisions about their bodies and health.
Outside of the clinic, Tahlia enjoys spending time in the kitchen and experimenting with new recipes. She has a passion for photography and always has her camera ready (especially to take pictures of her three cats). She and her husband play tons of board games, keep restaurant journals, and swim as often as possible.
Katrina
Patient Insurance Advocate
Katrina comes from a family of caregivers, but followed a little bit different path into medical billing. After her sister became a naturopathic physician, Katrina saw the need for a billing specialist to help this subset of doctors. She wanted to be able to be an advocate, not only for physicians but also their patients, ensuring the fair
treatment and respect of everyone.
Katrina enjoys working directly with patients to help them navigate the confusing world of insurance and answer any questions they may have.
She currently lives in Wisconsin with her German Shepherd, Ava. Family is very important to Katrina and she tries to spend as much time with them as possible. She also enjoys painting, baking, and exploring the great outdoors.
Want to work with us?
If you are interested in working with us, please submit a resume and cover letter to contact@pacificnaturalmedicine.com and let us know why you would be a great fit for the PCNM team!