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I am a California-licensed naturopathic doctor and registered dietitian based in Orange County Irvine. My clinical focus includes conditions such as IBS, SIBO/IMO, chronic bloating, constipation, GERD/acid reflux and microbiome imbalances.

Digestive disorders are often influenced by multiple factors, including diet, microbiome balance, gut motility, inflammation, medication use, food poisoning, and nervous system dysregulation. My goal is to identify these contributing factors and develop individualized treatment strategies that support long-term digestive health.

Clinical Focus

I frequently work with patients experiencing:

• IBS (including IBS-C, IBS-D and IBS-M)
• SIBO / IMO
• Chronic bloating
• Constipation
• Reflux and GERD
• Digestive irregularity
• Microbiome imbalance

Many patients seek my care after experiencing persistent digestive symptoms that have not responded well to previous treatments. My approach focuses on addressing underlying contributors to these symptoms while supporting overall digestive function.

Philosophy of Care

My approach is grounded in the principles of naturopathic medicine, which emphasize supporting the body’s natural ability to heal, identifying and addressing underlying causes of disease, and taking a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care.

I consider the full range of factors that influence digestive health—including nutrition, microbiome balance, gut motility, lifestyle, and environmental influences—and works to identify and address the root contributors to symptoms rather than focusing solely on symptom management.

A key component of my approach is patient education. I work closely with patients to help them better understand their digestive health and develop practical, sustainable strategies that support long-term improvement and prevention.

Education:

  • BA in linguistics, California State University, Long Beach

  • BS in nutrition, California State University, Long Beach

  • MS in nutrition, California State University, Long Beach

  • Dietetic internship, California State University, Long Beach

  • Doctorate in naturopathic medicine, Bastyr University, WA

Continuing education:

  • Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Approaches to Gastrointestinal Disorders — Jason Hawrelak, ND, PhD

  • Advanced Microbiome Manipulation — Jason Hawrelak, ND, PhD

  • SIBO Pro Course — Alison Siebecker, ND

  • Advanced SIBO Course — Lela Altman, ND

  • Member, Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (GastroANP)