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Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine offers a unique approach to health care that blends modern science with traditional healing practices. It’s rooted in both evidence-based and time-tested methods to support the body’s natural ability to heal.
Unlike conventional care that often focuses solely on symptom management, naturopathic medicine is patient-centred and holistic. It looks at the whole person, considering physical, mental, emotional and environmental factors to uncover the root cause of symptoms, conditions or injuries.
With an emphasis on lifestyle medicine, clinical nutrition and regenerative therapies, naturopathy empowers patients to take an active role in their healing journey and long-term wellness.
Treatments:
Regenerative injection therapies:
- Prolotherapy: An injection-based treatment that stimulates the body’s natural healing response to strengthen and repair injured ligaments and tendons.
- Neural therapy: An injection-based treatment that targets autonomic nervous system dysfunction by injecting local anesthetics into scars, trigger points or nerve pathways to restore nerve function and relieve chronic pain.
- Ozone therapy: An oxygen-ozone mixture injected near the affected disc (herniation or protrusion for example) to reduce inflammation, relieve nerve compression and aids in pain relief and functional recovery. Only offered at Grassroots Naturopathic Medicine.
- Treatment examples: Target ligaments for knee instability to help with knee arthritis or partial tears in ankle ligaments. Or SI joint laxity that a chiropractor has to keep correcting.
Clinical nutrition: Personalized dietary plans to support overall health, address specific health conditions and boost the immune system.
Supplementation: Personalized supplement protocols and advice, plus guidance on supplement use for athletes.
Lab testing: Test for vitamin deficiencies, anemia, pre-diabetes, cardiovascular health panels, hormonal imbalances, heavy metals and food intolerances.
Common injuries or conditions that can benefit from naturopathic treatment:
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Pain management
- Digestion issues
- Food sensitivities
- Fatigue
- Hormonal imbalances
- Sleep difficulties
- Weight management
- Stress management
- Healthy aging
Naturopathic Medicine fees
Initial assessment
$130
Repeat visit
$130
Initial assessment
$100
Repeat visit
$100
Initial assessment
$125
Repeat visit
$125
Initial assessment
$100
Repeat visit
$100
Meet our practitioner
Dr. Jason Ahlan
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Jason Ahlan brings over 20 years of experience in naturopathic medicine, specializing in sports medicine and pain management. Driven by his passion for athletics and outdoor adventure, he helps everyone from weekend warriors to Olympic athletes optimize their performance and overcome injuries so they can get back to doing what they love. His collaborative approach to working with medical and paramedical health-care providers ensures patients receive well-rounded, integrative support tailored to their unique needs.
Dr. Ahlan has a background in biochemistry and completed his Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. After graduating, he was awarded the Naturopathic Honour for his contributions to his classmates and school. He's an active member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine (AAOM) and a Certified Chelation Therapist with the American College for the Advancement in Medicine (ACAM). His former leadership roles include Canadian director for the Naturopathic Academy of Therapeutic Injection (NATI), advisor to the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine & Health and serving on the Competence Committee for the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta. Driven by his commitment to integrative care, he helped establish a Health Group, uniting diverse medical professionals to enhance patient outcomes and well-being.
At his core, he believes in the power of community, connection and movement. His greatest reward is helping patients unlock their potential and live life to the fullest.
Beyond the clinic, you’ll find him connecting with others through mentorship, outdoor adventures or family time in the mountains. A lifelong athlete, he's competed in multiple Ironman and World Championship triathlons and has summited iconic peaks like Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, Elbrus and Denali. These days, he enjoys trail runs, mountain biking, rock climbing, alpine ski touring and keeping up with his wife, who can outrun him in any race!
Credentials: BSc (Hons), 1998
ND, 2004
Connect with us
Address
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Calgary, AB T3E 6K6
U216, Wellness Services
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
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