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Dr. Nora Shilo ND

– Naturopathic Physician

Dr. Nora Shilo is a Naturopathic Physician with a passion for fertility and reproductive endocrinology. Dr. Shilo believes that the body’s ability to create life is one if its most incredible functions, and her mission is to assist her patients on this journey by using personalized, integrative medicine to enhance both female and male fertility. Dr. Shilo provides support for natural conception, IVF, and pregnancy, and treats common conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, and hormonal imbalances using dietary & lifestyle modifications, IV vitamin & nutrient therapy, and other evidence-based methods that are complementary to acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Dr. Shilo is also licensed to prescribe pharmaceutical drugs when indicated, and she collaborates with the rest of your health care team to provide you with the ultimate form of integrative care.

Dr. Shilo’s psychology background inspires her to further explore the mind-body connection with her patients by helping them navigate the emotional factors of physical ailments that may be holding them back from complete wellness. Dr. Shilo’s goal at each visit is to empower you by providing personalized, feasible treatment plans, and to work with you to create sustainable changes that will help you achieve your current health goals and enhance your long-term wellness. Dr. Shilo is in good standing with the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) and is a member of both the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). She holds certifications from the CNPBC in acupuncture, IV therapies, prescriptive authority, and cosmetic and therapeutic neuromodulators (botox).

When she’s not providing patient care, Dr. Shilo is most certainly taking care of and spending quality time with her 3 young children.

DIRECT BILLING AVAILABLE
We offer direct billing for multiple extended health companies. Call Us for more details. 

Philosophy

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The body and mind are intricately intertwined, and many physical ailments or symptoms can be addressed by exploring this connection further, ultimately fostering a deeper connection with ourselves. My aim is to educate my patients on achieving a state of heightened awareness and alignment with their physical, emotional, and spiritual selves, empowering them to optimize self-care comprehensively.

Focus

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  • Women’s Health/Hormones

  • Fertility

  • Mental Health/Trauma

  • Medical Aesthetics

  • Gut Health

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Dr. Nora Shilo Services

 

DIRECT BILLING AVAILABLE
WOMEN'S HEALTH

Supporting women is a focus and a passion at The Nest Family Wellness. Women are the foundations of their families and are complex beings! Individualized treatment plans are developed to help identify causes of health concerns and to help you achieve your health goals. 

 

Consider:

  • Hormone Balancing – anything from PMS, menstrual headaches, period pain

  • Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement – Perimenopause, hot flashes, night sweats

  • Natural Fertility and Preconception planning - males and females

  • Women’s wellness exams – PAP & breast exams

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- Pre and Postnatal care - 

nutritional support through entire pregnancy

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  • First trimester: healthy eating strategies, supplementation guide, support for energy and alleviating nausea, strategies for miscarriage prevention, and health optimization

  • Second trimester: discussion around gestation diabetes prevention or treatments, GBS prevention and treatment, digestive concerns – heartburn, constipation

  • Third trimester: cervical ripening support starting at 36 weeks, acupuncture, labour preparation, treatment for back and hip discomfort

  • Fourth trimester/Post-partum: support for mom and baby, energy and sleep suggestions, post-delivery healing, laboratory testing for optimizing health

WELL-INFANT & WELL-CHILD EXAMS

Parents often wonder about their child’s health, growth and development, leading to the question: "Is my child healthy and growing and developing normally?" As we work together over time, your infant will be given an excellent opportunity to develop a healthy approach to nutrition, immune function, and working through common childhood illnesses. 

 

As your Naturopathic Doctor, we are committed to using modern diagnostic techniques and keeping abreast with current pediatric information. A typical visit schedule is as follows: 8-12 weeks, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, and twice yearly thereafter unless specific health concerns arise.

 

Consider concerns such as:

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  • Optimizing immune function, brain health, growth, and development

  • Food sensitivities and intolerances

  • Skin issues – eczema, rashes 

  • Ear infections

  • Teething pain

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ACUPUNCTURE

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been in practice for thousands of years. It involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific areas of the body to activate and promote the body’s innate healing response. From a Western perspective, acupuncture stimulates blood flow, releases neurotransmitters and hormones, and releases tense muscles. There are many conditions treated with acupuncture including:

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  • Pregnancy concerns: hip and back pain, cervical ripening, natural induction, breech position

  • Hormone balancing – PMS, long periods, period pain

  • Fertility including IVF and IUI support

  • Sleep issues, stress, and anxiety

  • Muscle and joint pain, sciatica

  • Digestive concerns – constipation, abdominal pain

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Injection Therapy &
IV Nutrient Therapy

Intravenous (IV) vitamin therapy is a unique way to improve nutrient status such as Iron. Not only are vitamins & minerals great to replace important electrolytes and give the immune system a boost, most people find an increase in energy, improved sleep quality, and reduction in muscle tension. IV’s are a great way to get high doses of nutrients that provide building blocks for hormones, neurotransmitters, and other systems in our bodies that bypass the digestive track and go straight into the bloodstream and our cells. 

Our clinic also offers Iron IV's for those who qualify.

 

Do you relate to: 

  • Fatigue

  • Anxiety

  • Muscle pain/tension

  • Insomnia

  • Intestinal malabsorption

  • Post-surgical healing

  • Immune system support

  • Colds & flu’s

  • Athletic performance

  • Detoxification

ANTI-AGING – AESTHETIC PROCEDURES

 Facial Rejuvenation Programs
Slow Down the Aging Process Naturally

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MICRO-NEEDLING

 

Conditions Treated with MicroNeedling:

  • Stretch marks & scars

  • Sun damaged skin

  • Fine lines & wrinkles 

  • Thinning hair, hair loss (alopecia)​

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NOW OFFERING

Botox, Nuceiva, and Xeomin

 

Neuromodulators are a purified, natural protein that relaxes wrinkle-causing muscles, creating a smoothed and improved appearance. Additionally, they can be used to treat a variety of health concerns including headaches, TMJ dysfunction, & excessive sweating. 
It is administered via a few tiny injections into the muscle to block nerve impulses that trigger wrinkle-causing contractions. It is a simple, quick and minimally invasive treatment that delivers dramatic results with no downtime!

FUNTIONAL LABORATORY TESTING

We offer a variety of specialty and regular screening laboratory testing to help get to the root cause of your health concern.  

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  • Food allergy & sensitivity testing

  • Environmental allergy skin prick testing

  • Female and male hormone analysis

  • Cortisol/Stress hormone analysis

  • Comprehensive thyroid testing

  • Celiac disease testing

  • Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) testing

  • Comprehensive digestive stool analysis

  • Blood sugar testing

  • Pregnancy tests

  • Toxic Metal analysis

  • Nutritional deficiency testing

  • Regular annual screening panels (Life Labs)

  • PAP testing

or call to make your appointment

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