Melissa Shays          Naturopathic Physician      Oriental Medicine    Acupuncture

 

 

Melissa Shays is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and Acupuncturist blending natural medicine, ancient wisdom, and modern science in each of her treatments.  She earned her Bachelor of Science from Utah State University, and is a graduate of National College of Naturopathic Medicine with a Naturopathic Doctoral Degree and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. 

 

Melissa has been an AMERICORPS MEMBER serving people living in poverty.  She was a dental assistant to volunteer dentists, coordinated free exams in local schools and scheduled sedation treatment for qualified children.  She has practiced in an integrated clinic with a gynecologist specializing in pelvic pain, surgery, and bio-identical hormones.  Melissa is a member of Naturopathic Academy of Therapeutic Injections, and has received extra training in the following modalities:

 

          Horseback riding, alpine skiing, rock climbing, wind surfing, yoga  

 

MESOTHERAPY uses the skin as a time-release agent.  This treatment has been used in France for 40 years by over 16,000 practitioners.  Solutions are injected superficially into the skin to reduce cellulite, fill in fine lines and wrinkles, speed healing of sports injuries, and treat pain.

 

HORMONE BALANCING Dr. Shays utilizes a personalized combination of western and Chinese herbs, vitamins and minerals proven to change hormonal pathways, acupuncture, and bio-identical hormones to treat menopausal and menstrual difficulties.

 

BOWEN TREATMENTS focus on balancing muscle tension on both sides of the body.  Sessions are brief and very gentle. (15 min)

 

TUNING FORKS vibrate on acupuncture points along the spine helping muscles to relax and specific Chinese Medicine channels to be treated. (30 min)  

 

EAR ACUPUNCTURE has been proven to help with cravings, addictions, pain, and relaxation for centuries.  (20 min, need initial 45 min consult)

 

 

The healing power of nature
The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health.

Identify and treat the cause
Underlying causes of disease must be discovered and removed or treated before a person can recover completely from illness. Causes may occur on many levels, including physical, mental-emotional, and spiritual.

First do no harm
Therapeutic actions should be complementary to and synergistic with the healing process.

Treat the whole person
The harmonious functioning of an individual requires a personalized and comprehensive approach to diagnosis and treatment.

Beyond an accurate diagnosis and appropriate prescription, the physician must work to educate and encourage the patient. 

Prevention
The ultimate goal of naturopathic medicine is prevention. This is accomplished through education and promotion of lifestyle habits that foster good health. The emphasis is on building health rather than on fighting disease. 

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