An Integrative doctor’s perspective

I must begin by saying that this blog reflects my thoughts which are based on my experiences of health and medicine in my clinic and my wide reading of both books and published articles. This doesn’t in any way represent the absolute truth. In fact I don’t personally believe any person can proclaim absolute truth or that a singular perspective exists on any health issue.

Multiple perspectives exist and there are multiple pathways to health. The better we are at listening to our patients and other health practitioners that get both positive and negative outcomes, the better we become at discovering better health options. Often what is best, can be different for each patient, and therein lies the ‘art’ of medicine.

Multiple perspectives exists and I believe there are multiple paths to health

In medical school we are often taught black and white linear protocols. This framework is invaluable, however, in my clinical experience working with people, I have found there is so much grey within the traditional medical black and white framework.

The more I learn, the more I realise how much we don’t know.  This leads me to approaching each person I meet in clinic with the wisdom of yesterday, but the curiosity of a beginner.

There is equal value of conventional medicine and integrative medicine. There is truth in both worlds and I strive to use the best approaches from each  to help my unique individual patient.

These blog posts are not there to treat or diagnose. Please always consult a medical practitioner in regards to any health concerns you have. To make an appointment, contact us on [email protected].