Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Susan
Slipacoff
B. Kin, N.D.
Clinic Director
"Take Time for Health Now... OR Make Time for Disease Later."
Dr. Slipacoff's vision is to promote the health of her patients through a natural and comprehensive approach that recognizes each person as an individual. She specializes in and offers guidance on all natural forms of treatment related to a wide variety of conditions.
Along with her main practice in Kleinburg and part-time practice in Hamilton, Dr. Slipacoff works as part-time faculty at the Robert Schad Naturopathic clinic – the teaching clinic at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Dr. Slipacoff is fully licensed by the BDDT-N and her services are covered by most private health insurance plans. If you have any questions that you would like to ask prior to making an appointment, you are welcome to book a free 15 min consult.
What to Expect During Your Visits
Free 15 Minute "Meet-and-Greet":
This is optional for those who want to assess how Dr. Slipacoff can meet their needs, prior to booking a full appointment. Finding the right practitioner is key for your success with Naturopathy, and this is a good way to evaluate that.
Visit One:
The first Naturopathic visit consists of a complete and comprehensive
assessment which will be about 85 minutes in length. During
this visit your health concerns are thoroughly discussed along with
a review of lifestyle variables such as diet and nutrition, stress
management and exercise strategies. A complaint-specific physical
exam may also be performed.
Visit Two:
The second visit is normally 45
minutes in length. At this time any remaining information that is relevant
to the diagnosis will be obtained and you will be given the primary components of your treatment plan.
Follow Up:
Visits are later performed as needed to assess
progress. These can last anywhere from 15 - 60 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Naturopathic Medicine
Q: What is Naturopathic Medicine?
A: Naturopathic Medicine is a unique and comprehensive approach to improving health and treating illness. Focusing on prevention, and using natural substances and treatments, naturopathic doctors support and stimulate the body's ability to heal itself.
The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illness, rather than simply treat or suppress symptoms. The patient is seen as a whole person and the naturopathic doctor takes the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions into account when diagnosing and developing a treatment plan.
Q: How are Naturopathic Doctors (ND's) trained?
A: Naturopathic doctors take a minimum of three years pre-medical studies at university, followed by four years at one of four recognized colleges of naturopathic medicine. The only two in Canada are the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (North York, ON) and the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic medicine (British Columbia).
The education encompasses basic medical sciences, naturopathic principles and therapeutics, and 1,500 hours of supervised clinical experience.
In regulated (or licensed) provinces and states across North America , graduates must also pass rigorous standardized exams to qualify to practice. In Canada, naturopathic doctors are regulated in British Columbia , Manitoba , Ontario and Saskatchewan . Legislation is pending in Alberta and Nova Scotia.
Q: What's the difference between naturopathy and homeopathy?
A: The difference is twofold: First of all homeopaths only use homeopathy as a treatment tool, whereas Naturopathic doctors use homeopathy as one of several treatment tools.
The second major difference is that homeopaths are not regulated and licensed in the province of Ontario . Therefore anyone can call themselves a homeopath regardless of training, whereas only those individuals following the steps outlined above can call themselves Naturopathic Doctors.
Q: What's the difference between a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and a Doctor of Natural Medicine?
A: A Doctor of Natural Medicine (DNM) is not regulated and licensed in Ontario.
Anyone, regardless of training and education, can call themselves a Doctor of Natural Medicine in this province. There is no independent regulatory body that ensures that these individuals have appropriate training, or that standards of practice are being maintained. If a patient/client has any concerns their only recourse is a court of law. Most insurance companies only cover practitioners that are licensed.
The regulatory board for Naturopathic Doctors in Ontario is the Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy - Naturopathy (BDDT-N) see www.boardofnaturopathicmedicine.on.ca/. This board is a government-appointed board that is independent of any of the naturopathic associations and its job is to protect the rights of the public and to ensure a standard of patient care.
Q: How do I know if I'm seeing a licensed naturopath?
A: The Board of Directors or Drugless Therapy maintains an up-to-date list of registered naturopaths in the province of Ontario at: http://www.boardofnaturopathicmedicine.on.ca/doctors_list.html
About Dr. Slipacoff, N.D.
Q: What treatments does Dr. Slipacoff do?
A:
- Clinical Nutrition
- Botanical Medicine
- Natural supplementation
- IV Injection Therapy
- Physical Medicine
- Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Homeopathy
- Lifestyle Counseling
- Facial Cosmetics / Mesotherapy
Q: What assessment methods does Dr. Slipacoff use?
A: Various tests can be utilized to investigate the cause behind your particular health concerns. These include:
- Blood lab tests
- Salivary hormone testing
- Hair mineral analysis
- Toxic urine analysis
- Neurotransmitter testing
- Food sensitivity testing
- Physical exam
Requests are often made for various ultrasound/x-ray images
Q: What types of health problems can be treated?
A: Virtually all chronic and most acute conditions may benefit from treatment by naturopathic doctors. People of all ages can be helped.
Concerns treated very effectively by Dr. Slipacoff include; chronic colds and flu's, digestive problems, high blood pressure, depression and anxiety, PMS, menopause, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, weight loss, arthritis, soft tissue/muscle injuries and acute/chronic pain.
Naturopathic medicine varies from other forms of medicine because it focuses on identifying and removing the cause of disease vs. just treating the symptoms.
There are many reasons to seek Dr. Slipacoff's care including:
- Digestive and Bowel Concerns
- Acute / Chroinic Pain and Inflammation
- Heart Disease
- Allergies
- Skin Conditions and Wrinkles
- Generalized Health Promotion
- Chronic Colds and Flu's
- High Blood Pressure / Cholesterol
- Depression and Anxiety
- Healthy Women's Hormones
- Diabetes
- Care for the Entire Family
- Arthritis
- Soft Tissue/muscle Injuries
Ways of uncovering the cause of a person's illness include:
- Regular Laboratory Testing
- Salivary Hormone Testing
- Hair Mineral and Toxic Urine Analysis
- Blood Lab Tests
- Toxic Urine Analysis
- Neurotransmitter Testing
- Food Allergy / Sensitivity Testing
- Physical exam
All-natural therapies are used for treatment include:
- Clinical Nutrition
- Botanical Medicine
- Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Intravenous Vitamin and Mineral Therapy
- Homeopathic Injection Therapy
- Facial Cosmetic / Mesotherapy
- Homeopathy
- Lifestyle Counseling and Stress Management
- Physical Medicine
Dr. Slipacoff and
her staff demonstrate a professional, thorough, holistic and
kind approach to treating the entire person, not just the symptom.
Naturopathy has been an important part of my health care regime
and the knowledge and support provided by Dr. Slipacoff has
helped me regain and maintain energy, vitality, strength, and
optimism. I highly recommend her and her clinic to all of my
close friends and clients.
Karla Jacobsen
Yoga Instructor, Business Owner, Blue Door Yoga Room
What a thrill it was
for me to discover KIHC-especially Dr. Susan! It was refreshing
to have someone listen to my health concerns and come up with
suggestions that allowed me to move in a positive direction.
Her on-going support and encouragement helped me achieve not
only weight loss but a healthier and happier lifestyle that
has become a new norm for me.
Facial mesotherapy and assistance with more natural skincare products have turned my sun-damaged complexion into one I no longer feel I need to hide under layers of makeup.
I look forward to my continued progress in both these
areas as I develop a maintenance program with Dr. Susan
- J.J.
Kleinburg, ON
I am writing to highly recommend the services of Dr. Susan Slipacoff. In August of 1996 I injured my back in a water-skiing accident. It was quite a painful injury and it ruined my 2 week beach holiday in Kelowna, British Columbia. as I was more or less unable to move.
For the next 4 years (2000-2004) the pain became constant, and I began to have trouble with my right hamstring; at this point that I had to give up running all together. In 2007 the situation worsened and I got to a point where I was unable to walk. I was taking 8-12 Tylenol 3 a day, just to get through the day. I tried many different therapies but they only worked for a day or two.
Fortunately I was introduced to Regenerative Injection Therapy. Within the first 10 minutes of my first appointment with Dr. Slipacoff I felt great relief and excitement. She was compassionate, knowledgeable and she was more than willing to go the extra mile with me. She listened to me and spent a considerable amount of time with me, always ensuring that she had covered every possible area experiencing pain.
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Slipacoff. I am now off all of my pain medication. As well, I am now walking without pain and without limping and I am slowly trying to get fit again! It is exciting returning to a lifestyle that I loved and that I left behind, and I am indebted to Dr. Slipacoff for all she has done for me. She is a gifted Dr. who truly cares for her patients and will do whatever she can to help them .
E. Vanden Born
Alberta, ON
I first went to see Susan two years ago. I was trying to find help for my children. My 5 year old daughter was having difficulty in school with learning, speech and language delays, and chronic diarrhea. She was very anxious and moody and would cry easily. My 4 year old son was having difficulty with attention, and hyperactivity. He was very disruptive and had a hard time sleeping through the night. Both of my children had been on various doses of antibiotics since birth.
Susan was very thorough and sensitive to my children's needs. We immediately adapted the children's diet to remove all artificials, and stay on a low sugar high nutrient intake. My daughter has now increased her learning to grade level, and is happy with many friends at school. My son is now a calm and happy child that also enjoys school. He is sleeping much better and is described by his teachers a pleasure to have in their class.
I have also started seeing Susan for my own health concerns. I have had very low energy for many years. Susan was able to help me by reviewing my blood work with me, specific supplements, herbal tonics, nutritional counseling and IV injection therapy.
I am so grateful to Susan's guidance and knowledge of naturopathic medicine to help us make so much progress and healing in our overall health.
J.S.
Bolton, ON
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Book Your Consultation Today
Assess how Dr. Slipacoff can help you. Book either a FREE 15 minute "meet-and-greet" appointment OR a full one hour consultation, online now or at (905) 893-2898 during office hours.
Monday-Friday (9am-7pm)
Saturday (9am-3pm)