Meet Our Team

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.

As a passionate, driven, and motivated clinician in integrative and functional medicine focused on optimal wellbeing and natural health, Dr. Romi Fung, ND, M.Sc, Ph.D. (cand.) looks to inspire and empower his patients through education; He believes in the Naturopathic Oath, ‘Docere’ meaning ‘Doctor as Teacher.’ Educating his patients, his community, his colleagues, and future clinicians in understanding the importance of health, wellness, and the human anatomy and physiology is the first step in implementing lasting changes and balance.

Dr. Fung completed his undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Simon Fraser University followed by graduating from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine with a Doctor in Naturopathy. While building his practice, Dr. Fung went on to complete a Master of Science in Aging and Health from Queen’s University and is now pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Aging and Health, also from Queen’s University. 

Dr. Fung’s passion lies in cognitive health and dementia. Dr. Fung believes that there is more to dementia than just working primarily with the brain; there are many metabolic and biochemical factors that affect our brain stemming from the body. It is not as if our brains (and heads!) are detached from the body. But rather, what happens in the body also happens in the head. This is why he believes naturopathic medicine takes a powerful stance at addressing these factors that affect our brains. He takes a comprehensive approach in working with his patients, from screening for inflammation, insulin resistance, and hormones while working on their lifestyles – all of which contribute greatly to our brain health. Dr. Fung strongly believes this should not be overlooked in dementia prevention and welcomes his patients to take a role in optimizing their cognitive health. 

Dr. Fung is excited to be supervising senior interns at the Boucher Naturopathic Medical Clinic. On top of being a clinic supervisor, he is also an instructor at CCNM-Boucher, teaching Traditional Asian Medicine to future naturopathic clinicians. 

I am a fully licensed naturopathic physician in BC, and I hold board certifications in intravenous therapy, chelation therapy, acupuncture, naturopathic cardiovascular life support (NCLS)/first aid, and prescriptive authority.

I have special areas of interest in the immune system which is linked to so many chronic diseases including autoimmune diseases, skin conditions, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, post-concussion syndrome, chronic infections, and the human microbiome. I have a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from the University of Manitoba and I am very interested in the role that our microbes play in our overall health. Of course, I am more than happy to treat anyone who comes to see me. I love sharing my understanding of health and the functioning human body, which is why I also enjoy teaching and making sure you as the patient understand why certain things need to be done to feel better. I work alongside other health care professionals and advocate for my patients, so they receive the best care possible.

I have been enjoying private practice in my hometown of  Victoria, B.C. since graduating from National College of Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM) in 1987.

This year, 2021, marked the completion of a 7 year term on the board of the BC Naturopathic Association (BCNA).

Under the College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC (CNPBC) I hold prescriptive authority and acupuncture certifications.

Recently my husband (NCNM ’85) and I have started a part time practice in our lakeside home in the Port Alberni region. This new adventure has allowed us easy access to some of our favourite pastimes of swimming, hiking and kayaking.

In my spare time I enjoy medical research and following our 4 children on various social media platforms.

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.

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. 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.