DR. KATHERINE OLDFIELD, ND

Dr. Oldfield is a Washington native and medical director of West Seattle Naturopathic Clinic. She completed her undergraduate degree at University of Washington and attended medical school at Bastyr University, graduating in 2000. After graduation from Bastyr, Dr. Oldfield was a resident and then an associate at Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic in Gig Harbor, WA, her home town. Since 2002, she has owned West Seattle Natural Medicine Clinic with her husband Greg. She is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and  Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians She served on the board of the WANP for two years.

As a naturopathic physician she feels that that she can truly help patients to improve their health by addressing underlying conditions that are stopping them from achieving their full health potential. She believes in designing an individualized treatment plan that addresses immediate concerns and looks at long-term health goals. Dr. Oldfield specializes in women’s health, menopause including bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, thyroid conditions, digestive disorders and allergies. She utilizes various forms of physical medicine with her patients if indicated. She is a member of Physicians for Social Responsibility and is a PCC Cooks instructor, teaching classes on subjects such as balancing hormones and managing thyroid conditions.

In her free time, Dr. Oldfield enjoys whole foods cooking, hiking, running, playing with her two children, spending time with her family, reading, gardening and camping.

DR. DEBBIE WHITTINGTON, ND

Dr. Debbie Whittington is a 2004 Bastyr University graduate and has trained with both medical doctors and naturopathic physicians.  She earned her undergraduate degree from Lehigh University.  She is a member of the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians and a volunteer and member of The Alternative Healthcare Access Campaign for the homeless in Seattle.  Dr. Whittington volunteers for Pasado Safe Haven, an animal rescue organization www.pasadosafehaven.org.  Dr. Whittington received a Venture Grant Award for her medical work with the Samburu tribe in Kenya and Honors in Counseling from Bastyr.

Dr. Whittington practices general family medicine with a focus on hormone balancing, naturopathic dermatology, digestive issues such as IBS, constipation, diarrhea, food intolerances, and stress-related conditions such as fatigue, mood swings, high blood pressure and insomnia.  By helping patients find the cause of a disease or symptom patients attain and maintain optimal and vibrant living.  Also, Dr. Whittington encourages those with no health complaints to come in for a visit to learn how to lay the foundation for lifelong health.

One of Dr. Whittington’s passions is working with patients who have chronic skin problems including acne, psoriasis, rosacea, sun damage (sun spots or brown spots) and unwanted hair growth.  As Dr. Whittington tells her patients, “the skin is a reflection of a person’s health”.  Dr. Whittington works with patients to determine food sensitivities, toxin overload, hormone imbalances and immune system dysfunction that can contribute to unwanted skin conditions.  She utilizes Intense Pulse Light Therapy (IPL) to treat skin conditions that may not always be easy to treat and finds that by using the most advanced technology in light therapy patients feel (and look!) better faster and for longer.

In her free time, Dr, Whittington enjoys traveling with her husband and daughter, practicing yoga, gardening and spending time in her family’s mountain cabin.

DR. ARIKA DORTERO, ND, CLE

Dr. Arika Dortero N.D. is a family practice physician practicing in Seattle Washington, her business is called Whole Family Naturopathic Medicine.  She is a graduate of Bastyr University, with a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine, and is licensed to practice in the state of Washington.  Prior to Naturopathic studies Dr. Arika attended Eastern Washington University and completed a Masters of Science with a major in Biology, and she graduated with honors as Magna Cum Laude.

Her areas of study and interest include naturopathic family medicine with special interests in pediatrics, women's health, breastfeeding and lactation support, and adolescent health.  Dr. Arika believes creating a strong foundation of health knowledge is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  She believes strongly in the principals of naturopathic medicine, with Docere – Doctor as teacher – being the principal she holds nearest her heart.

In addition to her education from Bastyr University, Dr. Arika has received special training from Seattle Midwifery School and earned the credentials Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), which will allow her to take the board exam to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).  She has also completed additional education in homeopathy through the New England School of Homeopathy.

Dr. Arika has professional memberships with the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians, and Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians.  She is also a member of Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility, an organization that promotes policies for environmental and human health.

Dr. Arika's interest and background in science, humanities, and health has provided her with a holistic view of the world.  She approaches naturopathic medicine as both a science as well as an art.  Arika is dedicated and motivated in providing patients with comprehensive and individualized healthcare.

DR. CHRISTY FRASER, ND, LAc

Dr. Christy Fraser is a first year naturopathic resident. She received a doctorate in Naturopathic medicine and a masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Bastyr University in 2010. Following graduation, she traveled to China, where she received post-graduate training in Chinese herbal medicine at Shu Guang and Yue Yang Hospitals through Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr. Fraser received her undergraduate degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 2002.

As a primary care physician who works with both acute and chronic conditions, Dr.  Fraser enjoys building relationships with patients to re-establish health through individualized holistic care. She believes that health education is the foundation of empowering patients to become more accountable for, and active in their own wellness.  Dr. Fraser integrates western and eastern medicine utilizing techniques such as cranio-sacral therapy, visceral manipulation, constitutional hydrotherapy, acupuncture, botanicals, nutrition, lifestyle counseling, and detoxification to help patients achieve optimal health.

Her clinical interests include pain management and injury recovery, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, weight loss, endocrine, digestive and autoimmune disorders as well as the wide variety of conditions that result from chronic stress.

In her spare time, Dr. Fraser enjoys running and hiking around the Pacific Northwest, snowboarding, skateboarding, sewing, traveling the world, and spending time with her husband and dog.