Toledo Naturopathic is proud to serve Northwest Ohio. We provide naturopathic medicine to all generations by using safe and effective natural remedies. We strive to help each individual achieve optimal health and wellness by addressing the root cause of your concerns through a natural, holistic approach.
Click here to read Dr. White's blog covering topics in naturopathy as well as helpful health resources!
"The highest ideal of cure is the speedy, gentle, and enduring restoration of health by the most trustworthy and least harmful way."--Samuel Hahnemann, Founder of Homeopathy
Naturopathic medicine combines natural, non-toxic therapies with current advances in health and medicine. Naturopathic physicians are trained as primary care physicians to utilize a variety of natural therapeutics, adapated to each individual, with a focus on preventative and holistic care.
Naturopathic care includes a holistic approach to health care, understanding a person's individual experience with their symptoms, nutrition and lifestyle, mental and emotional well being. **Naturopathic physicians are trained to provide nutritional advice, vitamin and nutrient supplementation, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, botanical and herbal medicine, mind/body medicine, physical manipulation, acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, as well as minor surgery.
**However, availability of these services varies state to state as not all states license naturopathic physicians at this time. For more information on naturopathic medicine within the state of Ohio, please visit: http://www.ocaanp.org
Wondering how you can benefit from naturopathic care? Contact Toledo Naturopathic to schedule a complimentary 20 minute phone consultation with Dr. White!
Naturopathic Medicine is appropriate for a broad range of conditions, ranging in both acute and chronic.
Below are some common conditions that could benefit from naturopathy:
Fatigue
Diabetes
Allergies
Eczema
Psoriasis
Acne
Asthma
Constipation & Diarrhea
IBS
Ulcers
Gastritis
Colitis
Crohn's Disease
Menstrual Disorders
Headaches
Thyroid DIsorders
Sinus Problems
Autoimmune Disorders
Arthritis/Joint Disorders
Hypertension
High Cholesterol
Heartburn
Insomnia
Anxiety
Depression
And others!
What to Expect on Your First Visit:
Your first visit with the doctor will last approximately 1-2 hours with a detailed discussion of your concerns including symptoms, previous medical history, social and lifestyle factors, as well as any medications or supplements you are currently taking. The overall length of the appointment is influenced by how complex the health picture is and what recommendations are to be made.
Specific recommendations are not discussed at the first visit as Dr. White believes that studying and understanding each individual case takes time and care. The second visit (included in the first visit fee) is scheduled for the following week to discuss Dr. White's recommendations.
A great deal of time will be spent discussing your health picture, concerns, as well as options. We take our "Doctor as Teacher" role quite seriously and enjoy educating individuals on their path to optimal health and wellness.
Dr. White asks that if you have any current labwork results to please bring them with you at the time of the initial appointment.
What to Expect on Your Follow Up Visit:
Follow up visits are usually between 30-60 minutes long. These visits may occur more frequently towards the beginning of treatment however typically you can expect to have one follow up per month thereafter.
For established clients phone consultations may be substituted for an in office follow up. No additional charge.
Cost and Insurance Coverage:
Payment is required at the time of service and cash, check, or charge is accepted.
Dr. White does not accept insurance at this time.
Dr. Maleigha White is a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Arizona. She earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. Having grown up in Ohio and completed her undergraduate studies at University of Toledo, Dr. White is excited to be back in Toledo. She is looking forward bringing naturopathic medicine to all of Northwest Ohio.
After graduating from SCNM she completed a preceptorship with MaryK Geyer, ND through Tree of Life Medicine. During her preceptorship she was involved with seeing patients in practice, assisting in teaching with Minor Surgery classes/labs/clinics, as well as volunteering in Rocky Point, Mexico providing care to its residents. She enjoys seeing patients of all ages; providing family care to those interested in a more holistic integrative approach to health care.
Throughout her time at SCNM Dr. White learned to appreciate the many modalities/healing methods that naturopathy has to offer (ie: nutrition, homeopathy, etc). While many naturopathic physicians find one method that resonates with them, Dr. White enjoys utilizing many--as we are all unique and may require different ways to stimulate the healing power of nature and optimize health. This allows Dr. White to practice the true "art of medicine", creating a masterpiece plan for each individual that she works with.
"I do not believe in treating 'symptoms' as symptoms are truly the body's way of trying to show us a larger picture. I believe in addressing the cause of a given health concern. While many may experience similar symptoms for a given disease process the actual cause inevitably is different. By respecting this individuality, the way the body works, and nature's ability to help us heal, the possibilities are endless!"--Dr.White
Dr. MaryK M. Geyer earned her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, where she focused her training on working with underserved populations. Prior to medical school, she graduated from Honors from the State University of New York at New Paltz with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organismal/Environmental Biology with concomitant focuses in Chemistry and English.
Dr. Geyer is a licensed Family Practice Physician, along with training in Prenatal Counseling and Natural Pediatrics. She completed a post-graduate preceptorship focused in obstetrics and pediatrics with Dr. Farra Swan, ND before undergoing her family practice residency at Southwest Naturopathic Medical Center. Dr. Geyer is adjunct faculty at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, teaching Hydrotherapy, Dermatology, Medical Ethics, Advanced Minor Surgery along with supervising clinical students at Southwest Naturopathic Medical Center and Naturopaths Without Borders Pediatric Clinic in Rocky Point, Mexico. She is also adjunct faculty at Cortiva Massage Institute, having taught Pathology, Nutrition, Anatomy, Physiology, Professional Ethics & Communication, and Continuing Education Hydrotherapy Courses.
She works with each patient, wholistically (mind/spirit/body), developing treatment recommendations focused on their specific health picture needs.
"I'm a daughter, wife, mother to two amazing children (one with special needs), and doctor (coming from the latin 'docere', meaning to teach). To me, these are not separate experiences, they are all a piece of who I am in my practice of medicine. Therefore my relationship with my patients is a very personal one. I make a pact with each and every one. We take a journey together on their path towards health. I promise to be there every step of the journey, but the level of commitment on an individual's part will help determine the progress."
If you wish to view Dr. White's Curriculum Vitae you may download it below.
DrWhiteCV.doc
Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are licensed, board certified physicians, who have attended 4-year accredited naturopathic medical schools. The first two years of medical school parallel those to conventional medical schools (MDs and DOs) with a strong foundation in the basic medical sciences. The last 2 years of medical school consist of intensive clinical training in various settings (doctor's offices, hospitals, clinics, and more), focusing on complementary and alternative medicine as well as individualized treatment. NDs are required to complete the Basic Science Boards after their second year of training (NPLEX1) as well as Clinical Science Boards (NPLEX2) in order to become a licensed naturopathic physician.
The strong foundation in medical science that NDs receive in training allows them to practice responsibly as primary care physicians. Similarly, the strong foundation in natural medicine allows a variety of modalities for patients in a case by case basis.
What truly sets NDs apart is the appreciation and practice of the Art and Science of medicine. No two people are the same nor do their bodies display the same symptoms. Therefore, no two people will have the same treatment plan--every person and treatment is unique in itself. Honoring this concept as well as considering nature's ability to heal the body helps to display the beauty of naturopathy! Our bodies (and Mother Nature) are inherently smart; it's time we start listening!
First, do no harm.
Utilize safe and effective methods of treatment. Find the least invasive treatment that provides the most benefit.
The healing power of nature.
Respect the body's innate ability to heal itself.
Identify and treat the cause.
Symptoms are representations of what the body is experiencing. Find the underlying cause for effective treatment.
Treat the whole person.
Realize that the body, mind, and spirit all play an instrumental role in the healing process.
Prevention is key.
Empower patients to take control of their health and therefore prevent disease.
Doctor as teacher.
Educate and empower patients to become passionate about their journey towards optimal health.
There are currently 16 states, the District of Columbia, and the United State territories of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands that have licensing that recognizes naturopathic physicians. In these states naturopathic physicians must have graduated from a nationally accredited four year naturopathic medical school as well as pass the basic science (NPLEX1) and clinical science (NPLEX2) board examinations. There are only 5 nationally accredited naturopathic medical schools in the United States. They are: Bastyr University, National College of Natural Medicine, National University of Health Sciences, Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, and the University of Bridgeport. These intensive programs include skills in basic science, laboratory diagnosis, physical diagnosis, differential diagnosis, pharmacology, conventional treatment as well as naturopathic treatment. Training includes a wide scope of naturopathic modalities ranging from nutrition and homeopathy to physical manipulation and minor surgery.
The 16 states that recognize licensed naturopathic physicians include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oregon, Utah, Vermont, and Washington. Notice, that Ohio is not one of those states.
Not having licensure in Ohio does not mean that naturopathic medicine is not available to its residents. What it does mean is that lack of licensure does not set a high standard of education requirements for individuals that call themselves a 'naturopathic physician'. If you are considering seeing a naturopathic physician please don't be hesitant to ask about their education.
Not having licensure also does not allow naturopathic physicians to practice medicine in the full scope in which they were trained.
To learn about licensure in Ohio visit: http://www.ocaanp.org
To learn about licensure throughout the United States visit: http://www.naturopathic.org
Specific therapeutic recommendations are not discussed at the first visit as Dr. White believes that studying and understanding each individual case takes time and care. The second visit (included in the first visit fee) is called the "Report of Findings" and is scheduled for the following week to discuss Dr. White's recommendations.
Please complete the Health History Intake Form located under the top right corner.
Thank you and we look forward to meeting you!
Initial visit (second visit, Report of Findings, included in cost): $150*
Follow up visit: $70*
House call visits include an additional fee.
*Supplements and laboratory work are an additional charge.
Please print and complete the following forms. Bring these with you at the time of your first appointment. Thank you and we look forward to meeting you!
If this appointment is for a child, please complete this form in substitute for the Health History Form:
General Information Form.pdf
Health History Form-3.pdf
Pediatric Intake Form.pdf
Dr. White is currently accepting new clients! Please contact us to schedule a consultation or initial appointment! House calls are also available upon request.
Office Location:
723 Phillips Ave Bldg C
Toledo, Ohio 43612
(located within the office of Dumas Chiropractic and Acupuncture!)
Phone: 419-376-6104
Email: toledonaturopathic_gmail.com
Wondering how you can benefit from naturopathic care? Contact Toledo Naturopathic at by clicking "Schedule Now" below, calling, or emailing us to schedule a complimentary 20 minute phone consultation with Dr. White!
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Please print and complete these forms prior to your first appointment with Dr. White:
You may be asked to complete one of the below forms at a later time, but only if Dr. White requires additional information.
Health History Form.pdf
Homeopathic Intake Form.pdf
Local Health Professionals:
Dumas Chiropractic and Acupuncture: Dr. Dumas brings together 25 years of chiropractic experience with sacro-occipital technique as well as acupuncture. Located within the same building as Toledo Naturopathic.
http://www.dumasacupuncture.com
Local Vendors:
Toledo Natural Food Co-Op: A great selection of local produce, grass fed meats, and household products.
http://www.toledonaturalfoodcoop.com
Bassett's Health Foods: From produce, to allergen free products and supplements, they have it!
http://www.bassetthealthfoods.com
Health Foods by Claudia: Formerly known as "Claudia's" they house some of my favorite brands such as Gaia Herbs and Nordic Naurals.
http://www.healthfoodsbyclaudia.com
Toledo Farmer's Market: Lots of locally grown produce and homemade products. Makes for a great adventure on a Saturday morning. Markets are every Saturday during the spring, summer, and fall from 9am-2pm.
http://www.toledofarmersmarket.com
Health and Wellness Websites:
Environmental Working Group. Check out the Dirty Dozen section!
http://www.ewg.org
Wondering how safe your cosmetics are?
http://www.costmeticsdatabase.com/splash.php?URI=%2Findex.php
Organic Consumers Website:
http://www.organicconsumers.org/sos.cfm
Body Mind Spirit Directory: Find holistic practitioners in your area.
http://bodymindspiritdirectory.org
Living Without Magazing:
http://livingwithout.com
Profession Related Websites:
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP): Read more about naturopathic physicians, find a naturopathic physician in your area, and much more.
http://www.naturopathic.org
Arizona Naturopathic Medical Assocation (AzNMA):
http://www.aznma.com
Ohio Chapter of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OCAANP):
http://www.ocaanp.org
Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC):
http://www.aanmc.org
Accredited Naturopathic Medical Schools:
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, Arizona
http://www.scnm.edu
National College of Natural Medicine, Oregon
http://www.ncnm.edu
Bastyr University, Washington
http://www.bastyr.edu
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, Connecticut
http://www.bridgeport.edu/pages/3240.asp
Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, BC Canada
http://www.binm.org/index.html
The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
http://www.ccnm.edu
Check out Dr. White's blog that includes entries on naturopathy and helpful health resources.
If you would like to become involved, please click here to visit the Naturopaths Without Borders website. Thank you!
It is our belief that every individual has the inherent right to health care. Upon becoming a naturopathic physician, we recite, in our oath, "I dedicate myself to the service of humanity". We uphold this oath by providing naturopathic care to our local areas but also by providing care to those who may otherwise not have access to it. Throughout her naturopathic education and career Dr. White has had the privilege of volunteering with Naturopaths Without Borders [NWB] (http://www.ndwb.org). Through this organization she has helped provide health care to those of Chacala, Mexico as well as Rocky Point, Mexico.
Naturopaths Without Borders is a group of committed Naturopathic students and physicians who provide naturopathic care to the underserved populations internationally. They welcome and encourage volunteers of all abilities.
Your first visit with the doctor will last approximately 1.5-2 hours with a detailed discussion of your concerns including symptoms, previous medical history, social and lifestyle factors, as well as any medications or supplements you are currently taking. During this time you are the only patient being seen by the doctor. The overall length of the appointment is influenced by how complex the health picture is and what recommendations are to be made.
A great deal of time will be spent discussing your health picture, concerns, as well as options. We take our "Doctor as Teacher" role quite seriously and enjoy educating individuals to become empowered.
In order to provide the best care possible, the first visit must be completed in office and can not be completed over the phone.
Follow up visits are usually between 30-60 minutes long. You will be seen by the doctor solely at each visit (not a nurse or physician assistant).
Insurance Coverage:
For patients in Arizona, Dr. Geyer is contracted with CIGNA health insurance at this time. Please call to inquire about specific plan and coverage requirements.
Dr. White does not accept insurance for Ohio patients.
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