Meet Our Team

Dr. Annie Savage completed her naturopathic medical training at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine before returning to Canada. She focuses her private practice (Bay Wellness Centre) on women’s health, helping women balance their hormones naturally resolving symptoms associated with PMS, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, perimenopause and menopause. She has also completed additional training in medical aesthetics, injections, pharmacology and nutrient IV therapy. She joined the clinical faculty team at Boucher in 2019 and enjoys combining teaching naturopathic medicine with treating patients.

Dr. Allen (Scott) Tyler graduated from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Portland, in 1986 then returned to Canada and set up practice in Langley, BC. He is a second generation Naturopathic physician following in the footsteps of a family of healers that dates back over 100 years to his great grandfather, Dr. Tanner.

Dr. Tyler was licensed by the College of Naturopathic Physicians of B.C. in 1986 (formerly the ANPBC), and is a member of the BC Provincial (BCNA), National (CNA), and American Naturopathic (AANP) Associations. He is certified in IV & chelation therapy and Prescriptive Authority in BC.  In his solo, general family practice, he incorporates natural approaches for acute and chronic disorders, including autoimmune diseases, cancers, musculo-skeletal disturbances, hypothyroidism and all other endocrine diseases, inflammatory bowel disorders, other digestive problems, infertility, weight loss utilizing HCG, PMS, childhood conditions, asthma, and skin diseases. Intravenous chelation is available, along with full laboratory services including bloodchemistries, CBC’s, thyroid, other hormone testing, and environmenta/food allergy testing. Heavy metal testing is also available.

His appreciation for the depth of medical knowledge required to care for patients in our complex world, motivated him to serve on the BC Naturopathic schoolboard (BINM); CNPBC (ANPBC) exam/licensing committees; Advertising Committee; regular guest instruction at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine; and offers adjunct student preceptor clinics. He supervises medical staff and provides free medical services for the Salvation Army’s Gateway of Hope Center in Langley, BC; was Vice President and a long-standing board member with the Northwest Naturopathic Physicians Association: co-authored the book “A Pound of Prevention”(1994) with his father, Dr. Allen N. Tyler, MD, DC, ND, Phd., and is currently writing two books, one on pediatric Naturopathy, and another on thyroid disease. He lives in Langley on a small farm with his wife of 24 years, and has two married daughters, one with a sister-in-law who is an ND graduate of BINM.

His part time practice now allows more time for writing and teaching, as he works toward the coming new age of Naturopathic medical care. 

Dr. Natalia Ytsma is a licensed naturopathic Doctor practising at Bellevue Natural Health Clinic, in West Vancouver, BC. Dr. Ytsma received her degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario. She also holds a Bachelor of Science and Business degree from McMaster University and has completed training and work experience in both China and the United Kingdom.

Dr. Jennifer MacKenzie received her Bachelors of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences (Honours) from the University of Guelph. The inspiration of a fellow naturopathic physician, a desire to help people and a passion for the natural world led her to complete a 4-year medical program from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.

Dr. Scarlett Cooper graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and is a licensed naturopathic doctor in British Columbia. Prior to this, Dr. Cooper attended the University of British Columbia where she earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nutritional Science. With her strong background in nutrition, Dr. Scarlett works with patients to build a foundation for health, complementing dietary and lifestyle approaches with additional naturopathic treatments including acupuncture and herbal medicine. Dr. Scarlett has a clinical practice in the Clayton Heights area of Surrey B.C. and is also a nutrition instructor and a clinic supervisor at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.

Dr. Jaime de Melo is a naturopathic doctor and educator in Victoria, BC. In his family practice at Acacia Integrative Health, he helps patients of all ages with a wide range of health concerns. He has a special interest in disorders that affect digestive and respiratory health. Dr. de Melo holds faculty positions at both the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and at the Pacific Rim College in Victoria, where he teaches anatomy and physiology. He is also a clinical supervisor for the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine at the Family Naturopathic Clinic – a free naturopathic clinic for low income families in Victoria. He enjoys discussing anatomy, physiology, nutrition and health any chance he gets.

Dr. Greenwood’s interest in health and wellness began with the completion of his honours degree in environmental engineering. Long hours of study demonstrated the importance of a healthy relationship between one’s body and mind. After completing his ND certification at Boucher, Dr. Greenwood built a private practice focused on strategies for preventative health. In addition to his work with the Boucher Clinic, Dr. Greenwood serves as a faculty member of the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, teching preventative health care and nutrition. He also works as a naturopathic physician at the Friends For Life Society – a non-profit organization offering holistic health care to people with life threatening illnesses.

Dr. Grimwood has extensive experience working to achieve optimal health in patients from diverse backgrounds (e.g. First Nations, LGBTQ2S+, HIV/AIDS) presenting with a variety of conditions from mental health to autoimmune diseases to hormonal health, digestive concerns, and stress reduction. Dr. Grimwood is passionate about global health and has volunteered with integrative medical clinics in Haiti and Nicaragua. She currently serves as Vice President for Natural Doctors International, Board Director for the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, and maintains a private practice at Studio Health in Vancouver.

Instagram: @drgrimwoodnd

A Boucher 2007 graduate, Dr Handford has a general naturopathic practice on the West side of Vancouver, focusing on mid-life and elder health as well as mental health, gut health and autoimmune/chronic disease. She teaches Gynecology, Genetics and Geriatrics among other courses at Boucher, and serves on the board of the BC Naturopathic Association. She is certified in prescriptive authority, IV and chelation, and acupuncture with the CNPBC.

Dr. He has been in private practice since 2005 with a special interest in treating chronic pain. He holds licensing as an acupuncturist as well as a naturopathic doctor. Dr. He has gone on to take training in chelation IV therapies and pharmaceutical prescribing, bettering his ability to treat and care for his patients that experience chronic pain.

After obtaining his degree in Animal Biology, Dr. Hsu went on to complete his naturopathic training at Boucher. Thanks to his background in human physiology, Dr. Hsu’s approach brings the strength of diagnostic and holistic medicine together. He believes in treating the big picture rather than focusing on individual symptoms. Focusing in diagnostics and treatments of Atopic dermatitis in children and adults, Dr. Hsu’s work focuses on gastrointestinal health, cancer and detoxification. Dr. Hsu is also certified in acupuncture and IV therapy which he frequently utilizes as part of oncology management.

Dr. Kaur believes in the body’s innate ability to heal itself. In an effort to prevent disease and strengthen the body’s immunity, she works with patients to develop a simple diet and a strategy for introducing balance into their busy lives. With special interests in sports medicine, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, dermatology, mental health, women’s health and pediatric conditions, Dr. Kaur chooses from a variety of different modalities to treat the individual. Her training includes Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture, biopuncture, electro-acupuncture, cupping, herbs), orthomolecular medicine, diet/lifestyle counselling, homeopathy, soft tissue manipulation/trigger point therapy, botanical medicine, and is certified in IV  Therapy.

Dr. Ashleigh Lane’s clinical focus and passion lays in helping women balance hormones, treating thyroid disease, and a safe and effective means of losing weight. Dr. Lane believes in a system of medicine that empowers the individual to understand and make educated decisions regarding their own health. Dr. Lane approaches each case individually, and provides her patients with evidence-based choices for treatment. In addition to supervising at Boucher, Dr. Lane runs a general family practice in North Delta, is certified in Prescriptive Authority and IV therapy by the CNPBC and special training in optimizing hormones through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

During her study at the Boucher Institute, Dr. Krista Moyer found a great passion for the importance of a healthy foundation of nutrition, movement, and mental/emotional balance. Dr. Moyer treats a wide range of conditions, with a focus on digestive complaints, women’s health, weight loss, depression, anxiety, and musculoskeletal problems. She immerses herself with her private practice at Broadway Wellness, and supervises at the Boucher Naturopathic Medical Clinic.

Dr. Aaron Wong works to collaborate with his patients, empowering them to tap into their deepest healing potential. After completing his degree in Chemical & Biological Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Wong suffered a debilitating back injury that completely changed the course of his life. Through years in recovery and trying numerous conventional and alternative treatments, Dr. Wong found healing within mind, body and spirit medicine. Since graduating from Boucher, Dr. Wong has become the clinical director of his own practice in North Vancouver. He is certified in Acupuncture, prescriptive authority and IV therapy.