Dr. Stuart Hetrick never planned to open New Image Med Spa in Ahwatukee Foothills.

The transition to menopause can be an unpredictable and uncomfortable time in a woman’s life.

Four-year institutions

Being pregnant and having a cold or the flu is miserable.

Being pregnant and having a cold or the flu is miserable.

After years of practicing chiropractic care, Dr. Eric Neufang decided there must be a better way to provide care for patients.

Laura Stevens and David Chan have announced their engagement to be married. They will exchange vows Feb. 19, 2012 at the Farm Kitchen, Poulsbo, WA.

Laura Stevens and David Chan have announced their engagement to be married. They will exchange vows Feb. 19, 2012 at the Farm Kitchen, Poulsbo, WA.

As the health care crisis mounts in the United States, the average American is not only getting older, but likely sicker as well. Many Americans feel they are not receiving adequate treatment from their primary care physicians and are now seeking out alternative or integrative practitioners, like naturopathic physicians. These same folks are not only searching for these "outside the box" thinkers more, but they are paying more out-of-pocket expense to figure out the root cause of their health concerns.

Recently, I attended the AANP (American Association of Naturopathic Physicians) Convention, which was here in Phoenix at the Biltmore Resort.

Recently, I attended the AANP (American Association of Naturopathic Physicians) Convention, which was here in Phoenix at the Biltmore Resort.

Since his practice opened in November, Dr. Matthew Cavaiola has been looking to expand and bring additional naturopathic services to the people of Ahwatukee Foothills.

Phoenix Holistic Health Center in Ahwatukee Foothills is out to inform the community that medical marijuana, or cannabis, is not something to fear.

When Dr. Matthew Cavaiola opened his office in Ahwatukee Foothills, he was filling a need he saw in the community. That need was to give the people of Ahwatukee Foothills an outlet into the world of naturopathic medicine.

Every month a wellness education class is organized which highlights local experts. These experts explain how various wellness choices can make a positive difference in our healthy lives. The next class will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 18, at Emerald City Smoothies, 4206 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 9.

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