Ask an ND: Alumni Panel
Panelists:
Sarah Fiedler, ND, AP (NUHS)
Dr. Sarah Fiedler, ND, AP is a compassionate and dedicated naturopathic doctor with a unique journey into the world of holistic medicine. Growing up in Tallahassee, FL with a passion for helping others, she initially pursued a pre-med track at Furman University to follow in her father’s career footsteps. However, a personal health diagnosis led her to discover the transformative effects of acupuncture. Intrigued by this experience, Dr. Fiedler redirected her path, earning a psychology degree before pursuing a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine along with a Masters in Acupuncture. In 2018, Dr. Sarah Fiedler opened up North Florida Naturopathic with her husband, Dr. Teegan Fiedler DC, ND, in her hometown of Tallahassee. Dr. Fiedler’s expertise spans individualized nutrition, acupuncture, supplementation, homeopathy, iodine therapy and herbal medicine. Dr. Fiedler uses vitalistic naturopathic modalities to treat autoimmune conditions, thyroid disorders, infertility and women’s health.
Revée Barbour, ND, MS (NUNM)
Revée Barbour, ND MS, affectionately known as “Dr. Ray”, began her journey as a healer while growing up in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Her first exposure to healing was from her elders and parents who used natural home remedies (folk medicine) as their family’s medicine. This was used for most complaints and minor illnesses. Dr. Ray learned at a young age that the body can heal itself with the healing power of nature. From there, she knew her destiny was to become a doctor.
Dr. Ray received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, a Master of Science in Integrative Medicine Research, and a certificate in Natural Childbirth from the National University of Natural Medicine. In the last decade, Dr. Ray has successfully treated hundreds of patients in her award-winning naturopathic medical practice and continues to provide bicoastal primary care in New Hampshire and California as a licensed telehealth physician.
As a leading voice in her field, Dr. Ray has partnered with national wellness brands such as Rae Wellness and NakedPoppy to collaborate on natural wellness initiatives. Dr. Ray has also been a featured expert in publications that include Sacramento Magazine, U.S. News & World Report, MindBodyGreen, The Vitamin Shoppe, Forbes Health, and Rainbow Light Vitamins.
Because doctors need to play too, Dr. Ray enjoys having fun adventures with her family, gourmet cooking, gardening, nature hikes, travel, and the creative arts. Dr. Ray is also passionate about community-centered wellness education, African indigenous medicine, and spiritual healing practices.
Grace Chang, ND, LAc (Bastyr)
Dr. Grace Chang (she/her) is passionate about elevating integrative healthcare. Trained in both western and eastern medicine, she empowers her patients by establishing back-to-basics foundations of health.
Dr. Chang’s assessments are in-depth, blending evidence-based medicine, natural modalities, and functional medicine testing. Her clinical interests include: dermatological conditions, hormone imbalances (thyroid, PMS, menopause), menstrual disorders, digestive concerns, and sexual health.
With a specialty in natural aesthetics, Dr. Chang utilizes the Fotona® laser, hormone pellet therapy, regenerative injections for vaginal rejuvenation (V-shot / O-shot) and musculoskeletal pain relief.
Born and raised in sunny California, Dr. Chang spent her childhood running around her parent’s restaurant. At an early age, Dr. Chang discovered her father’s medical condition was not being treated due to a language barrier with his doctor. Her involvement with translating and strengthening the patient-doctor relationship led her pursuit to become a physician.
Dr. Chang received her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Davis. Diving further into holistic internal medicine, she earned a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and Master in Acupuncture and East Asian Herbal Medicine at Bastyr University. She then completed a 2-year CNME accredited residency at Natural Medicine of Seattle.
Dr. Chang is a member of the Institute for Functional Medicine and the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
Outside of medicine, you can find Dr. Chang spending time with her husband, daughter and baby boy outdoors, singing karaoke, and doting over her rabbit, Chibi.
Shawn Peters, ND (CCNM)
Dr. Shawn Peters, ND is a naturopathic doctor, certified in acupuncture and IV therapy. He has a keen interest in helping those with mood and mental health challenges, skin conditions, and men’s health concerns. He believes in engaging people in their own health, while listening to their concerns as an individual. He knows that support, patience, and empowerment are crucial to helping people feel better.
Dr. Peters has a history in the health-food industry and worked as a holistic nutritionist before becoming a licensed naturopathic doctor. He believes strongly in education and has taught for many years at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.
His personal and professional life are strongly rooted in nature. He is passionate about health, philosophy, DIY projects, cooking, and herbs.
Leila Turner, ND (Sonoran)
Leila Turner, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND), runs a busy group practice in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and Psychology. In 2007, she co-founded the Naturopathic Medical Student Association. Upon graduating from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (now Sonoran University) in 2007, she was awarded the prestigious SCNM Student Leadership Award and the Daphne Blayden Award in recognition of academic excellence, compassion, and perseverance.
Dr. Turner was awarded a 2-year residency in women’s health and general medicine at the SCNM Medical Center. Upon completing her residency in 2009, she joined Naturopathic Specialists, where her private practice thrived for seven years. In 2016 she opened the group clinic Living Wellness Medical Center which has a CNME-accredited residency program. Dr. Turner was an assistant professor for the Department of Clinical Sciences at SCNM, where she played an integral role in the development of the revised curriculum at SCNM. In 2011 she was also awarded the SCNM Alumni Award. Dr. Turner is a founding member of the Endocrinology Association of Naturopathic Physicians in 2016 and is now the current president.
Dr. Turner offers professional, business, and clinical coaching to naturopathic physicians through her Docere Circle program at TheDocereCenter.com. Dr. Turner is a well-known, dynamic public speaker, an empowering educator, and a compassionate physician who guides her patients to transform their health.
