Naturopathic Medicine

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Iscela Bernal MS, ND

"Evidence-based knowledge, training and skill to assist individuals realize their optimal health naturally."

Growing-up in a family of healthcare professionals who were trained in Traditional (Allopathic) Medicine, I always found it interesting and inspiring that they would also practice natural healing at home. By foreseeing the benefits of an integrative approach, my family was certainly ahead of its time and this afforded me a life's worth of occasions to see first-hand the benefits of implementing both schools of medicine.

As I was making my decision as to which direction I wanted to build my area of specialization and expertise in, I saw the perfect opportunity to realize my childhood inspiration. Through Naturopathic Medicine, I am able to use the knowledge, skills and techniques of the best that medicine has to offer in a truly integrative approach.

MethodologyAs a Naturopathic Physician and Master Acupuncturist, I treat a variety of health conditions and concerns affecting the entire family, especially women and children.

In order to restore health and in keeping with the philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine, I treat the whole person, taking into consideration, among other things, the patient’s physical condition, emotional wellbeing, and lifestyle. I use Botanical Medicine (plants, herbs and their derivatives), Nutrition, Acupuncture and Homeopathy, masterfully combined to address each patient’s individual needs. I pursue the root cause of the disease. I acknowledge, appreciate and (when necessary) will collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure my patients are receiving unparalleled and complete integrative care.

Specialtes As a Naturopathic Physician and Master Acupuncturist, I am trained and experienced in the use of medicinal plants, foods, nutrients and other natural remedies.
  • Botanical Medicine - There exists a large body of research on the medicinal properties of a variety of medicinal plants. Some of them have very specific applications and uses that Naturopathic Physicians are knowledgeable about. Some of them also can interact with pharmaceutical prescriptions in positive or negative ways. I always request that my patients keep me informed of all the pharmaceutical medicines they are currently taking in order for me to design the safest and most effective botanical formulation for their condition.
  • Nutrition - In addition to addressing diet and eating habits, Naturopathic Physicians are also knowledgeable about the use of individual nutrients. I can access various specialized testing that allows me to identify deficiencies in metabolism, food allergies, systemic inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and other important tests that help me identify and target the cause of disease. Testing is important since it allows me to target the restoration of specific deficiencies and imbalances in the formulation of a nutrient protocol.
  • Homeopathy - Homeopathic remedies are specific preparations of naturally occurring substances. Homeopathic remedies are used for a variety of conditions and have proven to be very effective in the treatment of mental and emotional conditions, as well as physical conditions. I find homeopathic remedies to be very gentle, effective and well-tolerated, especially by the elderly and children.
  • Acupuncture - This ancient technique involving the superficial insertion of very fine needles at specific locations along the body is able to address a large variety of physical and mental/emotional conditions. Acupuncture treatments are administered in my office in conjunction with botanical, nutrition and/or homeopathic protocols as indicated.
Credentials Dr. Bernal earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Science in Biotechnology at William Paterson University in New Jersey in 1991 and 1993 respectively.

In 1993, Dr. Bernal became a member of an AIDS research team at the New York Blood Center’s Virology Department in New York City. This team has published several scientific articles in peer-reviewed publications.

In 2003, Dr. Bernal earned a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine and became a licensed Naturopathic Physician the same year. In 2007, she completed her Master of Science in Acupuncture from the Acupuncture Institute at the University of Bridgeport.

Presently, she specializes in the treatment of lifestyle-related and long-standing illnesses that cause pain, muscle tension, anxiety, allergies, constipation, diabetes, and a variety of health conditions. She has been practicing in Southern Connecticut for the past seven years.

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Iscela Bernal MS, ND
Naturopathic Medicine
37 Franklin Street | Suite 103
Westport, CT 06880 | USA
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