Nicole is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. Her mission is to help women feel heard and understood, and helping them navigate through all their life transitions, from menstruation to menopause. Nicole grew up in Omemee, she attended UOIT (now called Ontario Tech University) where she received her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology with an internship in Athletic Therapy. She went on to attend the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto to achieve her Doctor of Naturopathy degree.

Nicole also has experience working with the metabolic changes that may come in mid-life women, from high blood pressure to high cholesterol, diabetes, insulin resistance, arthritis/joint pain, brain fog, weight management, osteoporosis, mood and sleep changes. She also has knowledge working with autoimmune disease (IBD, Hashimoto’s, Lupus etc.) and gut health concerns (IBS, SIBO, food sensitivities, thyroid health etc.)

Nicole has additional training and certification in pharmacology and prescribing and can therefore prescribe bio-identical hormones, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D injections. In addition, Nicole has certification in IV therapy and can prescribe customized IV therapy treatments.

Nicole assesses each case on an individual basis, using evidence-based medicine to prepare customized treatment plans that get to the root cause of disease. Treatments may include but are not limited to: botanicals, acupuncture/cosmetic acupuncture, supplement, injections, IVs, HRT/MHT and nutrition.

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Shavonne is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and yoga instructor. She completed her undergraduate degree in Applied Human Nutrition at the University of Guelph, and then went on to complete her Masters of Health Science in Nutrition Communication at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) as well as her dietetic internship. After having a difficult time dealing with her own health when she was diagnosed with celiac disease as a teenager, she knew that she wanted to help others better understand how to take control of their health. She has worked extensively in community nutrition over the last 10 years. She provides a weight-neutral approach and works with patients to improve their health through nutrition and lifestyle changes by providing an individualized, evidenced-based approach. She believes it is important to address all aspects of lifestyle including nutrition, stress, sleep, and activity, and takes a holistic approach to your care. Areas of nutrition counselling include: general healthy eating/lifestyle, gut health, IBS, meal planning, blood sugar management and diabetes, heart health (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, history of heart disease), PCOS, family nutrition, enteral feeds, malnutrition, emotional and mindful eating, seniors nutrition, and many other health concerns. As a busy mom of 2 young children, she understands that it can be difficult to prioritize your health goals, but she believes that everyone can build healthy and sustainable habits with the right information and support… no restrictive diet needed. In her spare time you can find Shavonne out on a run with her 2 rescue dogs, at a yoga class, or spending time outside with family and friends.

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Cara grew up in Cape Breton Island and attended Dalhousie University to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree. After graduating from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2006, Cara spent her first 10 years of practice working in downtown Toronto. She worked in busy multidisciplinary clinics over that time setting the foundation for her areas of focus and gaining a wealth of knowledge.

With 17 years of clinical experience, Cara has worked with a variety of concerns and works collaboratively with patients from an evidence-based perspective to help them in their journey to optimal health. Cara believes strongly in a patient-centered, supportive and integrative approach to health and wellbeing and encourages patients to be active participants in their individualized plans. A Mother of three, Cara feels passionately about educating families in health optimization and how to navigate making healthy choices with a busy life.

Cara has helped many people in practice from acute to chronic conditions, to health optimization and preventative care. The areas of practice that have naturally evolved to become her passions either through personal or practical experience include fertility support, pre and postpartum care, recurrent miscarriage, children’s health from sleep issues to tummy troubles, ADHD (in both children and adults), and metabolic/endocrine health including hormone optimization, insulin resistance, PCOS and thyroid disorders. Cara also offers acupuncture as part of her integrative treatment options.

Cara has also completed training to become a Mold Literate Practitioner to help those with mold related illness. Additionally, Cara has completed advanced training in chronic infections such as Lyme and EBV, as well as SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), IBS and other digestive concerns.

Cara prioritizes a healthy and active lifestyle with her partner and three sons. Time with family is spent mountain biking, hiking local trails, downhill skiing, and ensuring they get a healthy dose of nature and outdoor play. On her own, Cara enjoys walking/running, yoga, and quality time spent with family and good friends.

Dr. MacMullin ND, is licensed and in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).

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Cancer changes everything. The treatments, the uncertainty, the fatigue that lingers long after the last appointment, can leave people wondering how to feel like themselves again. But cancer doesn’t get the final say.

Much of my work lives at the intersection of conventional cancer care and evidence-informed naturopathic medicine, two worlds that should collaborate more often than they do. I help patients bridge that gap in ways that are thoughtful, practical, and grounded in science.

I started clinical practice 14 years ago, and in that time I’ve seen a lot of medicine at its best… and some parts that clearly needed fixing. I’ve made it something of a professional hobby to examine those rough edges and push for better ways forward. Medicine evolves when people are willing to ask better questions.

Sometimes that means being a little early to the conversation. I’ve been prescribing menopause hormone therapy (MHT or HRT or BHRT) since 2016, back when it was still considered “uncool” in many circles. Thankfully, the evidence has caught up, and the conversation is changing. I am confident the same will be true with integrative oncology.

Teaching has also been a big part of my work. For more than a decade, I’ve trained student clinicians, many of whom have gone on to become exceptional naturopathic doctors. A few have even joined my clinic, which is one of the most satisfying full-circle moments a teacher can experience.

Locally, I’ve worked to pioneer the safe inclusion of evidence-based naturopathic therapies alongside conventional cancer treatment because patients deserve thoughtful integrative care, not an either-or choice.

I do a lot because, frankly, there is a lot that still needs doing.

My goal is to leave a meaningful footprint in healthcare here in Peterborough, one that makes it easier for patients to access collaborative, evidence-informed care.

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