DR. JASON SCHNIEDER
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
About Us
The Art of Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct unique health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The Naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause(s) of an individual's illness/disease. An individual's symptoms are seen as warning signals (especially the sub-clinical) of improper performance of the body and unfavorable lifestyle habits. Naturopathic medicine emphasizes working with the individual on all levels, treating their root cause(s) of the imbalance and designing a specific treatment plan for them.
Naturopathic Philosophy
First Do No Harm
The utilization of the most natural, least invasive and least toxic therapies available.
NDs will refer when the patient’s presentation is outside their scope or level of skill.
The Healing Power of Nature
Naturopathic doctors recognize and harness the body’s inherent wisdom to heal itself in order to guide patients to wellness and total health.
Identify and Treat the Causes
There is a time and place for symptom suppression, however most naturopathic patients will benefit from identifying the underlying causes of illness and removing obstacles to cure.
Doctor as Teacher
Naturopathic doctors elevate patient health literacy. Through education and a trust-based relationship, patients better understand the steps they need to take to achieve and maintain health.
Treat the Whole Person
Naturopathic doctors understand the interconnectedness of our body, our environment and our lifestyle on total health. It is only through this whole-person-based approach that NDs seek to restore balance and health.
Prevention
Naturopathic medicine affirms that it is better to prevent illness and suffering whenever possible. Through combining all six principles in order to identify potential areas of imbalance and teach patients how to get well and stay well.
Above all, Naturopathic philosophy honors the body’s innate wisdom to heal and gives the patient the tools for lifelong wellness.
Dr. Jason Schnieder
Dr. Schnieder is Medicine Hat’s only registered Naturopathic Doctor.
He utilizes the principles and benefits of Naturopathic medicine to support the healing process of each individual he has the privilege to work with.
Dr. Schnieder has been serving the communities of Medicine Hat, Southeast Alberta and Southwestern Saskatchewan in their pursuit for health and wellness since 1999.
Education:
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta (Canada)
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry/Zoology)
National College of Naturopathic Medicine
Portland, Oregon, USA
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine [1999]
Four year ND program (~ 4,600 hours)
Continuing Competency:
Continual education (40 hours every two years) is required by the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) to maintain our registration status as well as keep NDs on top of cutting edge research and information to ensure the best possible care for our patients and communities.
Memberships:
1999 – 2012:
Member of the Alberta Association of Naturopathic Practitioners.
2012 – Present:
Member of the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta.
1999 – Present:
Member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
2011 – Present:
Member of the Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine.
2018 - Present:
Member of the Alberta Association of Naturopathic Doctors
Our Services
Lifestyle & Nutritional Consulting
Lifestyle & Nutritional Consulting
Lifestyle & Nutritional Consulting
Dr. Schnieder will address any lifestyle and nutritional modifications that may be contributing to the health and wellness concerns an individual is experiencing.
Some nutritional modifications may require laboratory testing (i.e. Food Sensitivities) for more specifically assess that addresses the individual's unique health plan.
Laboratory Testing
Lifestyle & Nutritional Consulting
Lifestyle & Nutritional Consulting
In certain health circumstances, additional information may be needed to properly assess the individual's health concerns.
Dr. Schnieder uses other laboratory testing to provide this additional information.
Testing may include:
1) Food sensitivity testing
2) Hormone testing
3) Organic acids testing
4) Other tests (if available)
Drainage (not Detoxification)
Lifestyle & Nutritional Consulting
Drainage (not Detoxification)
We live in an industrialized world where we are constantly exposed to a variety of potentially harmful chemicals. Chemicals found in the air that we breathe, the food and drink we consume, the surfaces we touch and the products that we use. It is no longer a question of if we are toxic, but a question of how toxic.
Your body is constantly
We live in an industrialized world where we are constantly exposed to a variety of potentially harmful chemicals. Chemicals found in the air that we breathe, the food and drink we consume, the surfaces we touch and the products that we use. It is no longer a question of if we are toxic, but a question of how toxic.
Your body is constantly working to neutralize and eliminate toxins. In order to do this, the body requires a pathway to send waste outside of the body. These pathways of elimination are called emunctories. An emunctory is any tissue capable of allowing excretions to exit the body. The majority of elimination occurs via the primary emunctories (liver, kidneys, digestive tract, lungs and sweat glands). If the primary emunctories are not working efficiently the secondary emunctories will kick in to aid in elimination and to prevent symptoms of toxicity.
Drainage: A physiologic action that facilitates the body to eliminate toxins, without forcing the body to eliminate beyond its’ physiologic limits. Simply stated, it is the process of recognition, neutralization and removal of toxic compounds, natural and unnatural, from the body by opening the emunctories and then discharging the toxic accumulations.
Naturopathic Manipulation
Botanical / Herbal Medicine
Drainage (not Detoxification)
Naturopathic manipulation is a form of physical medicine that uses gentle maneuvers to manipulate spinal segments and joints to re-establish normal movement and function.
This modality could be considered to be similar to Chiropractic adjusting but it is not, as Naturopathic Doctors are not Doctors of Chiropractic.
Botanical / Herbal Medicine
Botanical / Herbal Medicine
Botanical / Herbal Medicine
Botanical medicine is the science and practice of using medicinal plants and extracts to support the body's healing ability and aid return to wellness.
Many pharmaceutical drugs have been derived from plants.
Modern botanical medicine combines evidence-based science along with centuries old experience to provide safe and effective application.
Supplementation
Botanical / Herbal Medicine
Botanical / Herbal Medicine
Supplements, including nutraceuticals, are used to support the body's physiology to return it to a state of health and balance.
As there name implies, "supplements" are not replacements. They are temporarily used to re-establish physiological function. Once function is returned and holds, their purpose is complete.
Contact Us
#3 - 939 Kingsway Avenue Southeast, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2X6, Canada
Hours:
Open today | 09:30 a.m. – 06:00 p.m. |
Closed:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 1:30 - 3:00
Wednesdays
Weekends & Holidays
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