Dr. Elizabeth Yaworsky, ND      Naturopathic Doctor

I am excited to be back in Windsor, practicing naturopathic medicine where I was born and raised.  Before becoming a naturopathic doctor I completed my undergraduate Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree at the University of Windsor in Biological Sciences with Thesis and a minor in mathematics, graduating with Great Distinction in 2009.  After graduation, I moved to Toronto and began a Master’s degree at the University of Toronto in Molecular Genetics.  I quickly realized that research was not a good fit for me, and knew that I had to make the difficult decision to switch paths and find a profession that I was truly passionate about.  Luckily, I didn’t have to look far, as I discovered naturopathic medicine and knew that I would love working with people to help them reach their health goals. 

 

Over the next 4 years I attended the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto, where I obtained my Bachelor of Naturopathy degree in 2014.  During my clinical year at CCNM I had the pleasure of treating patients under the supervision of licensed Naturopathic Doctors, and gaining hands on experience in all the naturopathic modalities.  I treated a wide variety of conditions, including migraines, menstrual cramps, skin conditions, arthritis, autoimmune disease, anxiety, depression, and high blood pressure.  I was selected to be on the adjunctive cancer care shift where I supported patients in various stages of cancer treatment, and also had the opportunity to spend a semester at the Sherbourne Health Centre providing free naturopathic care to patients living with HIV/AIDS. 

 

With my strong scientific background, I try to blend science with natural healing methods to provide safe and effective treatments that address the whole person.  I am trained as a general care practitioner, and have a special interest in gastrointestinal health, as well as stress management with a focus on mind-body connection.  I strongly believe that health is more than just the absence of disease, and that having a chronic disease does not mean that you are in poor health.  That being said, I am passionate about working with individuals with chronic illness to help co-manage conditions, along with medical doctors, to optimize physical, mental and emotional health. 

 

I am a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors, and registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario, under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).  To continue to build on my knowledge and therapeutic skills, I participate in seminars and continuing education courses on a regular basis.  For more information about the OAND, CAND, and College of Naturopaths, you can visit their websites here.

 

Moving back to Windsor has also given me the opportunity to get involved in the Walkerville community-- I enjoy spending time going for walks and visiting the wonderful stores and restaurants in the area with family and friends.  Being home has led to many Detroit adventures as well, including some great concerts and delicious food!  I also love to cook, juice, and bake.  Finding fun ways to incorporate vegetables into delicious desserts is my current baking passion (if you look to the right side of your screen you can see a picture of carrot cake chocolate chip cookies!). I teach Pilates at Breathe Pilates and Fitness Studio in Walkerville throughout the week (check out the schedule here), as well as attend yoga, aerial yoga, and pilates classes to de-stress, get my body moving, and have some fun!  You can find me teaching Pilates Reformer Group Classes Monday evenings at Absolute Fitness for Women, or book a private session with me in my office during the week.

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Following the Naturopathic Principle ‘Doctor as Teacher’, I teach a variety of courses at St. Clair College and The Canadian College of Health Science and Technology with a focus on encouraging health and wellness.  

 

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