Meet Our Team
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Dr. Tanja White is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and co-owner of the Vancouver Naturopathic Clinic. She is passionate about helping her patients find the root cause of their issues and resolving them as quickly and effectively as possible. Respecting the inner workings of our bodies, gives us the potential to optimize our health, prevent disease and live a long and healthy, symptom-free life.
Dr. White believes strongly in the ‘doctor as a teacher’ principle of naturopathic medicine and therefore takes the time in her appointments to teach the, “Why’s and What’s” of treatments. She reminds everyone that, much like a car, the body will eventually break down when its basic functions are out of balance and not supported.
Dr. White welcomes patients of all ages with a variety of health concerns, but has special interest in:
• Gastrointestinal Health
• Thyroid Imbalances
• Adrenal Fatigue
• Pain Management and Resolution
• Women’s Health
• Teenage Health
• Pediatrics
• Perimenopause & Menopause
• Men’s Health
• SkinShe cares deeply about educating the next generation of Naturopathic Physicians and dedicates time to develop and teach nutrition and a master class in the treatment of Cervical Dysplasia at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.
She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and graduated with Distinction. She is a graduate of the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC. Her license as a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) is with the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) and she is a member of the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA)
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Dr. Kelly Fujibayashi is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and co-owner of Vancouver Naturopathic Clinic. From a very young age, she wanted to be a doctor and after a minor health incident where she looked closer at the medical options available to her, it was naturopathic medicine that left the biggest impact. The variety and efficacy of the treatments presented to her by naturopathic medicine inspired her on both her journey to recovery and her career path.
Her approach to practicing is both condition and patient dependent but the ultimate goal is to ensure her patients get the most from the least — big health improvements with as little intervention possible. She does this by focusing on the basic foundations of health: movement, stress, sleep, nutrition and digestion. Little changes to those core pillars of health have a big positive impact, ensuring that the patient is at their optimal state of wellness and feeling really good, naturally, before embarking on any other treatments that may be necessary.
Dr. Fujibayashi welcomes patients of all ages with a variety of health concerns, but has special interest in Women’s Health, specifically postpartum and sexual health.
She earned her bachelors in Science from the University of Victoria and completed four years of naturopathic medical training at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, where she graduated in the very first graduating class. After graduation, Dr. Fujibayashi went on to teach a variety of classes at the Boucher Institute and eventually became the Associate Dean of Education.
Her license as a Naturopathic Doctor is with the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) and she is a member of the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA).
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A licensed Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Swetlikoff has been in practice for over 23 years and has extensive experience in comprehensive patient care and naturopathic medicine. Dr. Swetlikoff values continuous education and holds many special certifications in alternative health treatments such as anti-aging therapy, chelation therapy, neural therapy, orthomolecular therapy, ozone therapy and many other diploma and certificate programs in diagnosis and treatment technologies.
Dr. Swetlikoff welcomes patients with a variety of health concerns, but has special interest in:
• Family health care
• Integrative cancer care
• Regenerative and anti-aging medicineIn addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Swetlikoff has served as the President of the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia from 2002-2011. Under his leadership, the College was able to work with the provincial government to achieve ground breaking changes in the naturopathic medical scope of practice. Dr. Swetlikoff is an active professional member with leading professional medical organizations including American College for Advancement in Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, Institute For Functional Medicine, and the Occidental Institute.
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Dr. Sanja Tamburic is your partner in health, combining her background in allopathic and naturopathic medicine to treat the whole you. She believes that education and early prevention is the key to good health for years to come. She offers a variety of naturopathic therapies and laboratory services to her patients, delivering comprehensive, specialized treatments for any age and any condition.
When faced with chronic pain, infertility, or other difficult-to-treat problems, Dr. Tamburic can provide help and guidance to help coordinate all your healing needs utilizing the most effective naturopathic treatment modalities to transform your health in a nurturing, effective and gentle way.
She is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor in BC, member of the College of Naturopathic Physicians (CNPBC), British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and a member of the Canadian Association of NDs (CAND). She holds a degree in Psychology and Naturopathic Medicine and is a Certified Advanced Bowen Therapist. Currently, she teaches at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.
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A licensed Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Lindsay received her doctorate from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. She believes that when provided with the correct tools, the body has the ability to balance itself and improve resiliency to the effects of stress on physical and mental health.
Recognizing the value of both traditional and modern medical modalities, Dr. Lindsay takes a functional approach to health, selecting appropriate interventions to restore and optimize physiology, lessening the impact of stressors on the body.
Dr. Lindsay welcomes patients of all ages with a variety of health concerns, but has special interest in:
• Neurological and mental health
• Allergies and Asthma
• Cardiovascular health
• Autoimmune conditions
• Hormone Balance and male & female reproductive health
• Chronic pain management & sports medicine
After graduating, Dr. Lindsay continued to educate herself gaining additional certifications in pharmaceutical prescribing, advanced injection therapies A (prolotherapy, neural therapy, PRP), intravenous therapies, and acupuncture. She is a member of the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC), British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). Throughout her studies, she engaged in continued education in chronic pain management, neurological, and mental health. Dr. Lindsay co-authored and was published in the UBC Medical Journal.
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The holistic approach of naturopathic medicine is what attracted Dr. van Poelgeest to the profession, knowing that when the body is looked upon as a whole, not the sum of its parts and given the correct tools —nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management— it has the capacity to heal itself.
Dr. van Poelgeest welcomes patients of all ages with a variety of health concerns, but has special interest in:
• Digestive issues
• Autoimmune conditions
• Skin problems
• Naturopathic cancer support
• Women’s health including menopause & fertility (including pre & post-partum care), PMS, menstrual issues, endometriosis, and PCOS.A licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Dr van Poelgeest completed four years of naturopathic medical training at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine where she was recognized with the award for clinical excellence. She continues to educate herself gaining certifications in IV therapy, pharmaceutical prescribing, and acupuncture to name a few.
She is a member of the College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC (CNPBC), BC Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).
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Dr. Alexia Harris is a licensed naturopathic physician who began her academic path in 2004 at the University of Western Ontario where she studied medical sciences and biology, graduating with an Honors Bachelor of Science. She was working towards a career in medicine and eventually realized that her ultimate goal in life was to follow a path where her healthy lifestyle and profession would be completely aligned. It was her passion for nutrition, medicinal plants, and her understanding of the body’s innate ability to heal that ultimately guided her to pursue a career in naturopathic medicine.
In 2010, Dr. Harris moved to Vancouver, BC and decided to expand her knowledge in nutritional medicine and obtained a diploma in holistic nutrition from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. In 2013, she enrolled at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC, where she embarked upon her journey of becoming a naturopathic physician.
Dr. Harris has always been fascinated in human physiology and how the body functions as a complex integration of physical, mental, emotional and energetic components. Her practice is centered around this concept as she focuses on treating the whole person by gathering a comprehensive health history and focusing on treating the underlying causes of disease.
Through years of academic, clinical and personal experience, she understands that the body is designed to heal itself naturally when provided with the right environment. Her work is all about guiding her patients to discover this incredible healing potential by removing any obstacles to health, detoxifying and nourishing the body, re-establishing a balanced system, and supporting the body-mind and spirit. Ultimately her goal is to educate and empower her patients to take charge of their own health so they can start feeling better and experience optimal wellbeing.
Dr. Harris has experience treating the following acute and chronic conditions:
• Digestive health and gastrointestinal disease (food sensitivities, gas and bloating, constipation, heartburn/GERD, food sensitivities, irritable bowel syndrome, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and parasite infections).
• Skin health (acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, hives, fungal infections and other types of dermatitis).
• Environmental toxicity (heavy metal toxicity, mold toxicity, occupational and environmental exposures, allergies, autoimmune disease and endocrine disorders).
• Hormonal imbalances (premenstrual syndrome, polycystic ovarian syndrome, menstrual irregularities, endometriosis, perimenopause/menopause, adrenal dysfunction and thyroid imbalances).
• Immune health and allergies (acute and chronic infections such as colds, flus, sinusitis, sore throat, cough, asthma).
• Nervous system disorders (chronic stress, fatigue, anxiety, depression, headaches, insomnia, mood disorders).
Dr. Harris holds additional certifications in pharmaceutical prescribing, intravenous therapies, chelation therapy and acupuncture.
She is a member of the following:
• College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC)
• British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA)
• Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND)
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I work alongside patients by conducting Naturopathic testing, supplementation, and Intravenous treatments to achieve personal health goals. My mission is to provide a comprehensive approach to naturopathic medicine that gets to the root of my patients health concerns and provides effective long-term solutions.
My focus of practice offers and some of the most common concerns my patients have:
• Gut Health, Digestive Conditions, Food Allergy Testing and Treatment
• Weight Loss through Clinical Nutrition & Diet Therapy
• Men and Women’s Health with Hormonal Testing and Treatment
• Adjunctive Naturopathic Anti-Aging and Anti-Cancer Treatments
• Intravenous (IV) Vitamin and Mineral Treatments
• Cardiovascular Disease Treatment and Prevention
• Chronic Conditions: Diabetes, Arthritis, Skin and Autoimmune Conditions
• Neurological Conditions: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis
• Neural Therapy for Chronic Injuries, Pain and Scar Tissue
• Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine
One of the most important philosophies of my practice is that true wellness is achieved through a balanced, healthy and happy lifestyle. Personally, I enjoy spending time with my family outdoors, trying new restaurants and playing volleyball in a competitive LGBTQIA2S+ league. An overarching focus of my practice is helping patients find a similar balance that is functional, non-restrictive and fits their lifestyle.
Additionally, my approach to Naturopathic Medicine concentrates on providing my patients with quality health care that is equally proactive and supportive in achieving optimum health. Family medical history, diet, short-term health concerns and long-term health goals are all important questions I ask my patients in their initial assessments. In conjunction, I see value in naturopathic testing and making an assessment based on actual results. This approach supports an ideal marriage between conventional and naturopathic medicine that allows each treatment plan I make to be unique to the condition and experience of each patient, while being supported by evidence-based medicine.
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Pam is the rock and foundation of the clinic and has been with the clinic since its inception, 26 years ago. She is certified in Phlebotomy and Venipuncture, has extensive clinical experience and is in charge of all of the labs and testing that occurs within the clinic. Pam is passionate about helping patients by providing them with the best care and sharing the knowledge that she has gained through working with various doctors throughout her career.
She strongly believes in healing the mind and body with natural herbs, homeopathy, nutrition and lifestyle changes. Her passion runs deep and comes from her roots, her Father was a homeopath so she grew up surrounded by medicines that work with the body’s innate wisdom.
When she’s not at the clinic you’ll find her busy gardening, cooking, watching healthy cooking shows and spending quality time with her family.
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With 8 years experience at the clinic, Britt plays an integral role in supporting the doctors daily and her goal is to make sure every patient leaves feeling happy and cared for.
Britt is passionate about health and wellness and has been since she attended the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2014 where she immediately knew that helping people achieve their optimal state of health was her calling in life. She is always open to learning and is keen to use that learning to help patients on their healing journey. She truly cares about each patients’ experience here at our clinic and keeps everything running smoothly and efficiently.
When she’s not keeping everyone organized in the office, she loves cooking, baking, biking, lots of outdoor adventures and being a mom.
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Growing up, Lana was lucky enough to have parents that supported healthy eating habits and encouraged her to explore the activities she was interested in at a young age. This allowed her to find her passion for tennis, dancing and hiking early in life motivating her to take care of her body as best she can.
Thus, she’s dedicated to her understanding of the human body and how we interact with the world. To deepen her understanding she has her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from UBC and received her designation as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. She’s continuously fascinated by how intricate our anatomy really is and how it is so connected to our mind and soul.
She loves taking her dog for long walks, curling up with a good show or book, spending time with friends and family, painting, making pottery and doing puzzles.