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Evidence-based medicine (EBM) uses the best evidence currently available, such as: meta-analyses, systematic reviews, and the clinician experience, to make an informed decision for patient care. EBM is effective within its parameters, but we have to remember that clinical studies are designed in very specific circumstances with even more specific clinical criteria in mind. Not every patient falls under these precise conditions, and different patients may have values that affect their individual healthcare needs. If you’ve been searching for naturopathic services, you’ve probably come across some opinions from medical professionals who claim that naturopathic doctors are not ‘evidence-based’ and therefore practice witchcraft/pseudoscience. In fact, if you search Naturopathy on Wikipedia, you will find it tells you exactly that. Not only is this completely untrue (and several of my colleagues have spent hours trying to encourage Wikipedia to change this- and they refuse), but there is also more to the story. This is where evidence-informed practices come in. Evidence-informed medicine (EIM) uses the current best evidence, but also takes into account the patients’ circumstances, values, and available resources. This makes care more patient-focused, meaning we take into account a person’s specific circumstances in addition to a wider range of evidence including: meta analysis, systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials, case reports, professional opinion, and scientific principles. In summary, naturopathic doctors (and myself, as an Intern at CCNM), use both EBM and EIM. This means that after your visit is over, we are digging through the research, and using the best-practices to determine your diagnosis and a suitable treatment plan. We will also take into account your personal values, your ability to complete the treatment plan, and your specific health needs. We work together with your MD to determine when/if medication is the best option for you, and what/if supplements/lifestyle changes will be the most efficacious and safe. This process creates trust in the doctor/intern-patient relationship, so you feel confident in your treatment plan and we can work together to achieve your health goals. Interested in reading more about EBM vs EIM? Check out this link! https://www.woundscanada.ca/docman/public/wound-care-canada-magazine/2014-vol-12-no-1/510-wcc-spring-2014-v12n1-research-101/file In good health, Adrienne
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5/3/2021 0 Comments Welcome!Hi there!
If you don’t know me yet, my name is Adrienne and I have always been passionate about health and wellness. As an intern at CCNM, and with my previous 8 years of education based around the human body & health, I have quite a bit of knowledge when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. My goal through this website, and through working together with you, is to provide you with the education you need to meet your goals and keep them. Whether you want to control or prevent diabetic or cardiovascular markers, weight loss, weight gain, or maybe you want to learn how to eat healthy while also eating plant-based, I can support you through the process and help you avoid fad diets that don’t work. I also have training in counselling techniques, where I can address and support mental health concerns, or help you make a decision to see a specific mental health provider. There are two options when it comes to working with me, and these options might depend on your extended health benefits.
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