"Dear Dr. Orbay,
I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude for the effective health care extended to me by yourself. Whether it's been a relatively minor issue or one of a somewhat more serious nature. I've always appreciated the calm manner and thorough explanations that have accompanied the varied treatments. I think that healthcare should always be rendered in such a caring and warm environment as found in your office (but often isn't).
I would have no hesitation in recommending you to friends or customers and wish you continued success."
~ M.K.
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Dr. Mark Orbay, ND
Dr. Mark Orbay’s Naturopathic Approach to Patient Treatment
Dr. Orbay has been treating patients of all ages with complex chronic conditions for over 20 years. He serves both individuals and families in a holistic and personalized manner.
He recognizes that our stress-induced modern lifestyle can be a major factor leading to chronic disease. Add to that, environmental toxicants like pesticides, industrial pollutants, heavy metals, as well as microorganisms and these additional stressors can shift our normal physiological function to pathological changes and disease.
As a natural medical detective of sorts Dr. Orbay’s approach is to:
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Understand what are the major stressors impacting each patient.
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Reduce or eliminate the major toxicants.
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Make appropriate dietary and lifestyle recommendations.
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Prescribe the necessary natural medicines to address the condition(s) at hand.
“When health is absent,
wisdom cannot reveal itself,
art cannot manifest,
strength cannot fight,
wealth becomes useless,
and intelligence cannot be applied”
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– Herophilus of Alexandria
(325-255 B.C.)
Education:
National University of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon, 2003.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology, McGill University, Quebec, Canada, 1999.
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Commonly Used Therapies
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Clinical Nutrition
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Biotherapeutic Drainage
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Botanical Medicine
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Gemmotherapy
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Lifestyle Counseling
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Homeopathy
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Hydrotherapy
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Dr. Orbay has worked in a variety of settings over the years – from being a camp counsellor for children with cancer while attending McGill University, to assessing natural health products at Health Canada, to consulting with law enforcement as a member of an integrative medical practice. He has presented on the benefits of natural medicine to health professionals, as well as various governmental departments, academia, and leading companies like IBM.
He enjoys spending time in the great outdoors with his wife Mary, hiking, playing tennis, and sailing. He enjoys travelling, including going on pilgrimages to Europe and the Holy Land.
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Associations:
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American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
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Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians
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Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors
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Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors