General Family Practice Naturopaths near Santa Cruz County, CA

I blend years of experience with up to date research reviews to provide you with cutting edge care. I advocate safe, natural and effective care for both the pediatric and adult population. I graduated from Bastyr University, completed a residency at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health, and have been in a busy private practice for the last 23 years. My clinical focus is on removing causative factors for disease when possible to restore physiological balance.

My passion & purpose lies in restoring optimal health through the investigation & understanding of each patient's unique physiological functioning, mental & emotional influences, lifestyle & environmental factors, & spiritual nature. Healing protocols are designed in conjunction with the patient based on their goals, needs & unique disposition to aid in health & life transformation. I believe in a teamwork approach, working with patients to help educate & empower them, guiding them into an awareness & responsibility of their health & life choices. I treat a broad range of acute & chronic conditions, utilizing multiple approaches.

Dr. Takashima is highly skilled in science-based natural medicines and modalities, and uses wisdom passed on for generations. She cares about her patients and interested in creating partnership with them to achieve their health goals. She can find the underline cause of the symptoms and treat holistically, mind, body and spirit to assist her patients to the deeper level of healing. She is also licensed as a primary care doctor. She does also gentle pap smear, physical exams, order imaging and order/interpret blood work.

All Naturopathic care is based on the principles and philosophy of naturopathic medicine. We specialize in the prevention and treatment of disease using natural methods. Dr Hogg treats why you have your symptoms instead of suppressing them by getting to the underlying cause of your suffering. Dr Hogg is a gifted investigative naturopathic doctor at finding the right combination of therapies specifically for you whether you need Prolozone, Ozone, EWOT (Exercise With Oxygen Therapy), homeopathy, clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, and/or acupressure or combination of these. You will find Dr Hogg very helpful no matter your age or health situation.

At this point in my practice, most of my focus is spent on working with patients with chronic illnesses, like cancer. I also work with patients with digestive issues, men's health issues and other health conditions. I utilize an integrated approach, including behavior modification, counseling, botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, vitamin, mineral and enzyme optimization and intravenous (I.V.) therapy. Although I see many patients for fine tuning and health optimization, I also accept the challenge of working with people with very difficult medical issues, especially folks with issues that conventional medicine has very little to offer.

I am a naturopathic doctor licensed in California, bringing over 10 years of experience in science and medicine. My focus lies in managing hormonal imbalances, digestive, thyroid health and supporting general women's health. Additionally, I work with pediatrics have had the privilege of working with pediatrics in a specialized environment for a few years. It's my sincere dedication to offer my knowledge and expertise with a humble approach, aiming to contribute positively to your health journey.