ABOUT OUR TEAM
Dr. Kim explains what a "typical visit" looks like, in less than 5 minutes.
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Dr. Kimberly Nearpass, ND is a registered naturopathic doctor in Colorado. She is a Colorado native and a 2003 graduate of the National University of Natural Medicine (formerly the National College of Naturopathic Medicine) in Portland, Oregon. She always wanted to be a physician, and growing up with an appreciation for the outdoors and nature, coupled with her experiences working in traditional cultures in southern Africa (as a Peace Corps volunteer) and Ecuador (as a rainforest naturalist guide), clarified her passion for and belief in the healing powers of nature. Dr. Nearpass chose to become a naturopathic doctor in order to gain skill and knowledge to help patients regain true health, as gently, safely and naturally as possible. As a registered naturopathic doctor, Dr. Nearpass works with women, striving to identify the underlying cause of "dis-ease", through detailed history, intake and physical exam. Although ND's work with most acute and chronic conditions, Dr. Nearpass has expertise in women's issues such as menopause, irregular or difficult menses, fertility challenges and endocrine problems, including thyroid and adrenal imbalance.
Philosophy: I love my job, and the fact that my passion for nature and my Naturopathic profession align. I feel fortunate to be able to practice what I live and preach, and to come to work everyday, knowing that I am doing my very best for my patients. One important benefit of being a Naturopathic doctor is that I am able to take the time to ask detailed questions and really listen to the answers. I find that patient information is often the most valuable tool in diagnosis. Combining detailed history with physical exam and appropriate laboratory testing, enables me to determine the unique factors affecting each individual patient. Using this information, I then find it extremely important to educate patients about their imbalances, weaknesses or obstacles to health, and then make my best recommendations for restoring health and homeostasis. Healing is not something that doctors do for patients, but rather healing is what patients do for themselves, with the guidance of their practitioner. |
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Dr. Justin Pollack, ND is a registered naturopathic doctor in Colorado. He earned his Naturopathic Doctorate from Bastyr University in Seattle in 1999, and completed an accredited residency in family practice at NUNM in Portland, OR. Along with his work at the clinic, he is a professor of undergraduate science and nutrition classes at Colorado Mountain College. Two decades in practice have given him a love of helping people with digestive issues, sensitivity/allergy immune and inflammatory issues, chronic disease, endocrine energy/mood imbalances. He also loves assisting people with natural cardiovascular disease prevention, and wellness check-ups. He recently became a tick-borne chronic illness, "Lyme-literate" doctor.
Philosophy: My life's work is all about the health and wellness of people and the planet we share. Supporting you in taking responsibility for your own unique well-being and reconnecting you to your healthy best life is my passion. I am guided by your story, take the time to hear it, and ask "how can I be useful to you?" I utilize evidence-based and functional testing to guide me to the root cause of illness whenever possible. My healing methods follow the Hippocratic maxim "first do no harm", and involve removing obstacles to health such as toxicity, infection, allergy, and empowering the "vis medicatrix naturae" (intelligent self-healing ability of the body) utilizing the least invasive methods possible. That usually means dietary and lifestyle therapies, and includes the least amount of herbal, nutrient, or blended supplements/medicines necessary. I sometimes employ BioSET, a bio-energetic desensitization technique, when working with people who have sensitivities and/or allergies. The doctors are registered Naturopathic Doctors (ND) in the State of Colorado, and are active members of the Colorado Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CoAND). |
Laura Eickhoff, LPN is our dedicated apothecary manager and clinic administrative assistant. After years of working in conventional medicine as a labor and delivery nurse, Laura joined our team the summer of 2022. Her background in natural medicine started with her personal health journey and includes working with a start-up natural skin care company in Summit County. She first visited Colorado in 1996 on a hiking, canoeing, and mountain biking trip, then quickly fell in love with all our state has to offer and moved within three months. She and her husband raised their daughter in Summit County, along with their fur babies Dexter the mountain dog and Stella the cat. In her spare time, Laura likes to melt glass to create beads, make jewelry, cook, and continue her study of herbs and natural medicine. Her knowledge, experience and expertise provide excellent customer care.
Grace Sponholz, LMT is our part-time clinic and apothecary assistant extraordinaire. Grace has been with us since January, 2022 and she brings with her a knowledge of health through her ten years of experience as a massage therapist. Her enthusiasm for the apothecary started in 2017 when she visited a friend who worked here, and realized immediately that she wanted to join our team. Grace has a passion for herbal and natural healing, and she always takes the time to welcome customers and patients with a smile, enthusiasm and support. When she's not working, Graces loves to spend time with her partner and their dogs, relaxing and exploring in nature.
Contact
507C Main Street / PO Box 4236
Frisco, CO 80443
Phone: 970.668.1300
Fax: 970.668.1301
Note to patients: Email is designed for non-urgent & brief questions or points of clarification on previous appointments. It is not a HIPAA-compliant form of communication. If you have detailed concerns or questions, an office visit is the most appropriate place to provide clinical care.
[email protected] (Dr. Nearpass and Dr. Pollack)
[email protected] (to reach Dr. Lisa)
507C Main Street / PO Box 4236
Frisco, CO 80443
Phone: 970.668.1300
Fax: 970.668.1301
Note to patients: Email is designed for non-urgent & brief questions or points of clarification on previous appointments. It is not a HIPAA-compliant form of communication. If you have detailed concerns or questions, an office visit is the most appropriate place to provide clinical care.
[email protected] (Dr. Nearpass and Dr. Pollack)
[email protected] (to reach Dr. Lisa)
