Dr. Natasha Montroy, ND

Dr. Natasha Montroy ND has been a resident of Victoria for over 20 years. She began her studies at the University of Victoria where she took her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. In 2000, she relocated to Toronto where she attended the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) for four years earning her diploma in Naturopathic Medicine.

As part of her training at CCNM, Dr. Montroy successfully completed a two year practical internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, North America’s largest Naturopathic Clinic. She has gained invaluable experience while undergoing internships at a variety of health and wellness settings, including: The Victoria Pain Clinic, The Toronto Western General Hospital, LAMP, and People With Aids Clinic in Toronto. Upon her return to Victoria, she founded the Vancouver Island Naturopathic Clinic. 

Dr. Montroy continues to support the advancement of Naturopathic Medicine and has taught emergency medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in Vancouver. As well she has worked with CCNM to design and implement emergency policies and procedures for the College as a whole, and adjacent public clinic. She was also an associate professor at The West Coast College of Massage Therapy.

She is a member of the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA), the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), The Infertility Awareness Association of Canada (IAAC), The International Society of Chelation Technicians (ISCT), DONA International, ACAM, Association of Perinatal Naturopathic Doctors (APND) and is a member of the Naturopathic Physician's Licensing Examination Association (NPLEX) as an exam writer and evaluator. Dr. Montroy attends regular training sessions at The Institute of Women's Health and Integrative Medicine, an educational and research organization whose mission is to provide advanced training to primary health care practitioners and to conduct and support clinical research in women's health and natural therapies and integrative medicine. Dr. Montroy is board certified in acupuncture, IV therapy, chelation and facial renewal acupuncture.

Vancouver Island Naturopathic Clinic is a family health care clinic, however, Dr. Montroy works primarily with women's health, pregnancy, labour and delivery supportive care, hormonal imbalance, anti-aging therapies, weightloss, menopause, pediatrics, preconception care and male and female (in/sub) fertility. She is a peri-natal naturopathic doctor and an active member of the Association of Perinatal Naturopathic Doctors which focuses in the pre and post-natal care of expecting mothers and their babies. 
*Fluent in English and Finnish languages.

 
Dr. Jasmine Wong, ND

Dr. Jasmine Wong, ND completed her pre-medical studies at Simon Fraser University, obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology with a focus on cardiovascular health and rehabilitation. For the next 2 years she worked for the Japanese governmetn as a language and cultural educator in the public school system. 

Upon returning to Canada, she successfully completed 4 years of the naturopathic medical studies at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, including 2 years of internship at Canada's largest teaching clinic as well as the Parkdale Community Centre, providing care to people on income assistance. She served on the student body to initiate improvements in clinical education and serving as a liason between faculty and students. Dr. Wong was also a member of the Naturopathic Sports Medicine Team, providing on-site naturopathic care at various sporting events in Toronto. Beyond her ND designation, Jasmine has gone on to do advanced training in Doula services for expectant parents, Bowen Therapy and European biopuncture for pain management and injury .

Dr. Wong has a general family medical practice, treating people of all ages for concerns that are both acute and chronic in nature, with a focus on the following areas: detoxification, digestive disorders and food sensitivities, fatigue, thyroid disorders, menstrual disorders, hormonal health (men and women), weight management, skin conditions, musculoskeletal/athletic injuries and degenerative conditions (e.g. arthritis). Well person visits are also encouraged as part of preventative medicine.

Dr. Jasmine Wong believes in a patient centered approach to health with comprehensive, individualized treatment plans in which patients are active participants in choosing an approach that works best for them. She also believes in a multidisciplinary approach to health, ready to work with your other health care providers for your optimal well-being.