In this conversation, Dr. Alicia Hart shares herjourney into naturopathic medicine, detailing her early experiences with health issues and her diverse career path that included music and zookeeping. She discusses her transition from primary care to a focus on mental health, emphasizing the importance of accessibility in healthcare and the integrationof herbal medicine. Dr. Hart highlights the significance of building relationships with both patients and plants, advocating for a more evidence-based approach to treatment. In this conversation, Dr. Alicia Hart and Christie Wylde discuss the complexities of navigating medical education, theimportance of collaboration and support networks, and the challenges faced by non-traditional students, particularly those who are parents. They explore the role of medical interventions in naturopathic care, address issues of eugenicsand ableism in medicine, and emphasize the need for advocacy and community engagement to improve healthcare outcomes.
About Dr. Hart
Dr. Hart grew up in Oregon, and decided at age 10 that shecould do a better job in healthcare than the care she witnessed in the Kaiser system. While she took a few detours into music and zookeeping, she obtained her bachelors in biology at St. Martin's University in 2010, then her doctorate in natural medicine at the National College of Natural Medicine in 2015, then a 3 year residency through Southwest Family Physicians. In fall of 2024, she started a mental health private practice to focus on neurodivergence and support for children, teens, and adults. When she isn't teaching about mental health or in clinic, she enjoys reading science fiction, playing video games, and hiking with her kids and husband.
Contact Dr. Hart
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