Dr. Rikst Attema, ND, MSc, Bowen Therapist
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e: drattema@gmail.com
p: 250.715.0444
p: 250.715.0444
Dr. Attema completed her naturopathic education at the Boucher Institute of
Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC. She began her studies at the University
of Ottawa where she completed her BScHon in Human Kinetics and then completed a
Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. During her graduate studies, she had the
opportunity to work on a large clinical trial examining the effects of exercise on Type 2
Diabetes Mellitus. Her thesis work is published in medical journals and has been
presented at several medical conferences.
Born in Europe, Dr. Attema was exposed to complementary therapies at an early age and
quickly became fascinated with natural medicine. Dr. Attema is passionate about
Naturopathic medicine and strongly believes in the innate healing power of the body. She
believes that patient education and empowerment are key to patient health and
success. Dr. Attema tailors her treatment plans to accommodate to her patients’
individual needs. She believes in the integration of both conventional and complementary
medicines for a more comprehensive approach to health care.
Dr. Attema has experience and a special interest in woman’s health, infertility, diabetes
and metabolic conditions, sports medicine, weight loss, gastrointestinal health, and
mental health. She treats her patients using botanical medicine, homeopathy, nutritional
counseling, acupuncture, Bowen therapy, therapeutic injections including IV vitamin and
minerals, exercise, and nutritional supplementation.
In her free time you will find Dr. Attema running, cycling, paddling, hiking, cross country
skiing and other activities outside. She also enjoys trying and creating new recipes,
reading and spending time with friends. Dr. Attema is licensed by the College of
Naturopathic Physicians of B.C. (CNPBC) and is a member of the British Columbia
Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Medicine
(CAND).
After practicing in Vancouver for several years, Dr. Attema has moved her practice to
Duncan BC on Vancouver Island and is currently accepting patients.
Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC. She began her studies at the University
of Ottawa where she completed her BScHon in Human Kinetics and then completed a
Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. During her graduate studies, she had the
opportunity to work on a large clinical trial examining the effects of exercise on Type 2
Diabetes Mellitus. Her thesis work is published in medical journals and has been
presented at several medical conferences.
Born in Europe, Dr. Attema was exposed to complementary therapies at an early age and
quickly became fascinated with natural medicine. Dr. Attema is passionate about
Naturopathic medicine and strongly believes in the innate healing power of the body. She
believes that patient education and empowerment are key to patient health and
success. Dr. Attema tailors her treatment plans to accommodate to her patients’
individual needs. She believes in the integration of both conventional and complementary
medicines for a more comprehensive approach to health care.
Dr. Attema has experience and a special interest in woman’s health, infertility, diabetes
and metabolic conditions, sports medicine, weight loss, gastrointestinal health, and
mental health. She treats her patients using botanical medicine, homeopathy, nutritional
counseling, acupuncture, Bowen therapy, therapeutic injections including IV vitamin and
minerals, exercise, and nutritional supplementation.
In her free time you will find Dr. Attema running, cycling, paddling, hiking, cross country
skiing and other activities outside. She also enjoys trying and creating new recipes,
reading and spending time with friends. Dr. Attema is licensed by the College of
Naturopathic Physicians of B.C. (CNPBC) and is a member of the British Columbia
Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Medicine
(CAND).
After practicing in Vancouver for several years, Dr. Attema has moved her practice to
Duncan BC on Vancouver Island and is currently accepting patients.
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