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The Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians is the representing organization for licensed natu

The mission of the OANP is to support our members and improve the health of the public through the advancement of Naturopathic Medicine. We strive to serve the naturopathic profession and community through a commitment to excellence through legislative advocacy, continuing education, and public outreach.

12/22/2025

Did you see our December news? 👀 License renewal season is here! ✔️ Get everything you need in our CE Store at www.oanp.org/store. Looking to grow your practice? Sign up for new winter ECHO courses for practical, live learning. And plan ahead—become an OANP member in 2026 for CE discounts, advocacy, and essential practice support. 💙 Stay connected and supported all year long.

12/11/2025

🚨 CALL FOR SPEAKERS! 🚨 2026 OANP Spring Seminar (Virtual)

OANP is now accepting speaker proposals for our 2026 Spring Seminar on April 11, 2026! This year’s seminar offers 1 Cultural Competency and 9 General CE hours (OBNM-accredited) delivered through a mix of live and pre-recorded lectures.

Our 2026 theme explores emerging insights into the gut–brain–heart connection. We’re seeking naturopathic physicians and community experts who can share practical, evidence-informed knowledge. Ideal presentations may include clinical pearls, case studies, research updates, practice tips, or interdisciplinary perspectives that support whole-person care.

🧠❤️ Topic ideas include:
• Adverse Childhood Experiences and the Gut: Clinical Pathways for Trauma-Informed Practice
• The Autonomic Nervous System: Vagus nerve function and its role in coordinating gut, brain, and cardiac responses.
• Food as Signaling: How different diets (Mediterranean, high-fiber, fermented foods) impact the gut-brain-heart network.
• Psychological Stress and the Heart: Mechanisms by which chronic stress alters gut health and increases cardiovascular risk.

All submissions are peer-reviewed by OANP’s Education Committee of naturopathic physicians.

We’d love to hear your voice and expertise—submit a proposal today at https://www.oanp.org/page/SeminarCallForSpeakers

📩 Submit your proposal by Friday, January 9, 2026.

12/09/2025

This month's OANP Member Spotlight is Dr. Aimée Bonneval, ND, LAc. Dr Bonneval is the owner of Meliora Clinic, a naturopathic primary care clinic that also offers bodywork and acupuncture. She has been a member since 2014!

🌟 Why did you become an OANP Member?
"I think the best way for naturopathic medicine to reach more patients is for us to work together. OANP does a great job of keeping conversations about NDs in the legislature, and helps to facilitate larger conversations with insurance companies."

🌟 What is your favorite part about practicing naturopathic medicine?
"Relationship-building. I think that the traditional medical model doesn't foster a relationship between providers and patients. Taking the time to get to know patients helps us to understand them to provide better care. As NDs, working outside of the typical system, we are afforded this opportunity and I feel lucky to be able to both work with people in this way, and create a space where this can happen."

🌟 Do you have any big professional news or accomplishments that you'd like to share?
"We just expanded into a new space in the Central Eastside! Our original clinic only had space for two providers each day. We now have space for up to 6 of us (and a lab!) to practice. We just welcomed two new providers to our team and I look forward to bringing on a couple more in the coming months. We would also LOVE to offer a private residency in the next year, so are looking forward to that, as well."

Read the full interview at https://www.oanp.org/news/715045/Member-Spotlight-with-Dr.-Aime-Bonneval-ND-LAc.htm

Thank you for being an OANP Member, Dr. Bonneval

12/09/2025

This month's OANP Member Spotlight is Dr. Aimée Bonneval, ND, LAc. Dr Bonneval is the owner of Meliora Clinic, a naturopathic primary care clinic that also offers bodywork and acupuncture. She has been a member since 2014!

🌟 Why did you become an OANP Member?
"I think the best way for naturopathic medicine to reach more patients is for us to work together. OANP does a great job of keeping conversations about NDs in the legislature, and helps to facilitate larger conversations with insurance companies."

🌟 What is your favorite part about practicing naturopathic medicine?
"Relationship-building. I think that the traditional medical model doesn't foster a relationship between providers and patients. Taking the time to get to know patients helps us to understand them to provide better care. As NDs, working outside of the typical system, we are afforded this opportunity and I feel lucky to be able to both work with people in this way, and create a space where this can happen."

🌟 Do you have any big professional news or accomplishments that you'd like to share?
"We just expanded into a new space in the Central Eastside! Our original clinic only had space for two providers each day. We now have space for up to 6 of us (and a lab!) to practice. We just welcomed two new providers to our team and I look forward to bringing on a couple more in the coming months. We would also LOVE to offer a private residency in the next year, so are looking forward to that, as well."

Read the full interview at www.oanp.org/news

Thank you for being an OANP Member, Dr. Bonneval

11/06/2025

🕒 It’s That Time of Year Again! Time to renew your license — and OANP has got you covered.

If you missed our 2025 Annual Conference, all lectures are now available in our online CE store! 🎓🛒

Catch up on Pharmacy and Ethics continuing education — from Gender-Affirming Care, to SIBO, to Testosterone for Women, and more. Watch recordings from the comfort of your home or office and complete the credits you need for renewal.

👉 Browse courses and start learning today: www.oanp.org/store

All courses are approved by OBMM.

11/06/2025

This month's OANP Member Spotlight is Dr. Jieyi Zhang, ND, LAc. Dr. Zhang has been a member since 2005! Learn more below:

🌟 Why did you become an OANP Member?
"I always felt it was important to support our local professional organization. By being a member, I contribute to naturopathic medicine in Oregon and also receive support in return. OANP allows me to practice peacefully, knowing they are watching out for us at the legislature and protecting our scope. That is very valuable to me."

🌟 What are you currently intrigued by in your practice, research, or learning?
"In recent years, I’ve been really drawn to nutrigenomics — the idea that nutrition and lifestyle can actually influence how our genes express. I believe that understanding our genes and how they express can help strengthen the foundation of healing. Even a basic understanding of a patient’s genetics can offer helpful clues about where they may struggle — whether that’s with stress response, detoxification, digestion, or neurotransmitter balance. From there, I work to tailor support using herbs, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, or other tools that might help meet each patient’s unique needs.”

🌟 What is your hope for NDs of the future, say in 2050?
"I hope that future naturopathic doctors will have strong foundations not only in naturopathic principles but also in functional medicine, conventional diagnostics, and business. We need to know how to run a successful practice, find our niche early, and specialize.

I also hope the field will be more individualized and science-based. I imagine a future where testing is widely used and every treatment is based on each person’s unique genetics and environment. That way, naturopathic doctors can practice both primary care and deep specialized care with confidence."

Read the full interview at www.oanp.org/news

Thank you for being a longtime OANP Member, Dr. Zhang!

11/06/2025

Don't miss our November MedTalk on Tuesday, November 18, from 6:00–8:30 PM PST — a live virtual webinar on Silent Sinusitis – Upstream Fix, Downstream Gains.

🗣️ Presented by: Douglas Skarada, MD
🎓 CE Credit: 2 General
💻 Where: Online
💰 FREE for OANP Members | $60 for non-members

Learn more below and register today at https://www.oanp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1920263

🗣️ Speaker Bio: Dr. Douglas John Skarada is a board-certified Otolaryngologist with over two decades of experience specializing in advanced sinus, nasal, allergy, and sleep apnea care. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine, where he also completed a Howard Hughes Research Fellowship in biomaterials. He later trained in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Washington University and the Barnes Jewish Hospital System.

Dr. Skarada has published and presented extensively in areas such as balloon sinus dilation, middle ear reconstruction, facial paralysis, vascular prostheses, and pediatric otolaryngology. His research has appeared in leading journals including The Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America, The American Journal of Otology, and the Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery.

11/04/2025

This month, we want to recognize and thank Precision Analytical Inc. for being an OANP Corporate Partner. Their partnership is vital in helping us advance and protect naturopathic medicine in Oregon and beyond. Sponsorships like these make it possible for us to continue our important work.

Learn more about Precision Analytical Inc. 👇

Precision Analytical Inc.

Company Representative: Julianna Utti
OANP Member Profile: www.oanp.org/member/Precision_DutchTest

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10/17/2025

This month, we want to recognize and thank for being a long-time supporter of OANP. Their partnership is vital in helping us advance and protect naturopathic medicine in Oregon and beyond. Sponsorships like these make it possible for us to continue our important work.

Learn more about Canxida👇

CanXida stands at the forefront of nutritional and health supplements, with a specialized focus on pioneering modalities for treating candida overgrowth. Our commitment to improving wellness is reflected in our advanced supplement formulations, designed to offer effective solutions for those battling this challenging condition. We empower healthcare professionals with these high-quality tools, enabling them to tailor treatments to their patients' specific health needs. At CanXida, we are dedicated to the power of education and knowledge, actively supporting the ongoing learning of practitioners and patients. Our collaboration with experts and organizations in the field ensures that we are not just participants, but leaders in setting new standards for candida treatment and overall health improvement.

Find out more at https://www.canxida.com/

10/14/2025

A first look from our talented event photographers! Thank you for showcasing our special 30th Annual Conference! More coming soon…

10/12/2025

Congratulations to the VERY talented Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis, our 2025 Living Legend! The naturopathic community and profession is very lucky to have you. A true gem, joy, wealth of knowledge and inspiration to past, present, and future NDs. You are a true Living Legend!

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