Dr. Kris Bentz, ND
Naturopathic Physician
Board certified in acupuncture, intravenous therapies
Certified in neurolinguistic programming
Writer - Colour Magazine, Impact Magazine
Academic instructor at AquaNovita Health & Education Centre
Member of British Columbia Naturopathic Association
Member of College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia
Member of Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors
EDUCATION
Dr. Kris Bentz completed his medical training at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC. He continually seeks to educated in the newest developments in naturopathic medicine and has a keen interest in nutraceutical (supplement) development.
PRACTICE STYLE
Dr. Bentz treats a variety of conditions, but focuses on joint and muscle pain, GI dysfunction, cardiovascular disease, stress, and adrenal fatigue. Additionally, he has a keen focus on sports perforformance enhancement. Dr. Bentz has worked with professional athletes to maximize their athletic potential through naturopathic medicine.
Here are some of the examples of conditions that Dr. Bentz has treated with good results:
o Adrenal Fatigue, Stress, Anxiety
o Hypothyroid
o Joint and Muscle Pain: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis
o Digestive Issues: Food Allergies, Irritable Bowel Syndrome [Constipation, Diarrhea]
o Cardiovascular Disease: High Blood Pressure [Hypertension], High Cholesterol
o Diabetes Mellitus
o Menopause
o Asthma
o Psychological Conditions: Phobias [Fears]
Using nutrition as the foundation for health, Dr. Bentz takes his patients through phases of healing using supplemental remedies including vitamin/mineral, herbal, and homeopathic prescriptions. When necessary, if digestion is compromised and nutrient status is low, Dr. Bentz will use IV vitamin therapy to enhance healing.
As a qualified practitioner of acupuncture, neural therapy, and mesotherapy, Dr. Bentz uses advanced injection therapies to speed recovery from muscle and joint pain.
If motivation remains an issue and blockade to healing, Dr. Bentz uses positive motivational strategies from his training in neurolinguistic programming to help patients reach their desired goal.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR VISIT WITH DR. KRIS
Dr. Bentz will take a detailed medical history of your case and design a treatment plan for your healing.
HOURS
Tuesdays: 3pm - 7pm
Fridays: 11am - 6:30pm
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