Dr. Miriam Wheeler
I am a licensed naturopathic doctor in Arizona, California, and Vermont. I treat a variety of acute and chronic conditions for adults. My passion lies in helping patients reclaim their health so they can enjoy life fully. Being a naturopathic doctor (ND) is the best of both worlds for me; my training allows me to diagnose and treat patients, and I also have the freedom and time to really get to know my patients as people. I customize treatment plans for each individual patient, which improves their results.
I didn't always aspire to be a doctor, though I did hope to find a rewarding career that helped people. This discovery happened while attending the University of Arizona for my undergraduate studies. A couple years into college, I was between majors. I took an introduction to human nutrition class and was fascinated by the way the body utilizes nutrients from the foods we eat. I switched my major to nutritional sciences because I enjoyed these classes so much, and planned on becoming a registered dietitian.
While working at a local hospital as a diet aid, I quickly realized this was not the fulfilling career track I sought; registered dietitians play a crucial role in the healthcare system, but I wanted to work with patients from a more holistic and comprehensive perspective.
While searching online for a new doctor to help me with my own health issues one night, I stumbled upon a naturopathic doctor's website. Naturo-what?! After researching this approach and learning about the principles of naturopathic medicine I immediately knew this was not only the type of doctor I wanted to see for my own health concerns, but the career path I had been looking for. The fall after graduating from UA, I began the 4-year accredited ND program at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (SCNM) in Tempe, AZ.
During my time as a student at SCNM, I was re-introduced to homeopathy. My initial introduction to this form of medicine was actually in a biology class at UA years prior. One of our assignments in this class was to research and debate controversial topics within the scientific community, and I was assigned to the opposing group for homeopathy. It wasn't until my time at SCNM however, that I learned how effective this medicine actually is. Now it's one of the therapies I rely on the most for patients because of its safety and efficacy.
After graduating from SCNM, I completed three years of residency. Unlike MD and DO programs, residencies are not required for naturopathic doctors. There are a limited number available in North America, and they are highly competitive. I was fortunate enough to be selected for two years of SCNM's Naturopathic Family Practice Residency, followed by a one-year specialty residency in homeopathic medicine. Only a handful of naturopathic doctors in the country have completed the homeopathy residency, the only of its kind, which was funded by Standard Homeopathic and supervised by the esteemed Stephen Messer, ND, DHANP. I was the first of Dr. Messer's residents to be awarded this as a third-year position. Since completing residency, I have remained at SCNM as adjunct faculty. I also serve on the Board of Directors for the HANP (Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians).
In the summer of 2019, I moved my private practice to Nourish Natural Medical Center, in Tempe. I am so grateful to have found a location that provides a calm, friendly, and healing environment for my patients.
If you're looking for a doctor who takes the time to listen and answer your health questions, and you are ready to become the best version of yourself, you're in the right place. I'd love to work with you and help you live life more health-fully!
I am a member of these associations and organizations:
Naturopathic Physicians
Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association
Plant-Based Docs
National Center for Homeopathy
HANP
“Above and beyond!”
"Wow. On a whim I decided to try a naturopath after moving to Arizona, as I've never been that satisfied with most MDs I've seen. I'm a bit of a minimalist (on both western and eastern treatments) but have a specific health issue that needs to be addressed. Anyway, my appointment with Dr. Wheeler was above and beyond anything I've had. For the first time, I did not feel rushed and I was able to tell my story and my concerns and really feel listened to. We came up with a plan together that I'm happy to say is working. Will absolutely continue to see her."
“Very caring doctor.”
"I find Dr. Wheeler to be a very caring doctor. She asks a lot of questions and listens closely to your answers so she can give you the best advice and treatment. She has a great attention to detail, which probably saved my life. She is compassionate and has a wicked sense of humor. I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
“The best care.”
"Dr. Wheeler has been my primary care doctor for a few years and has always taken the time to hear and address all my symptoms and concerns. She has researched and diagnosed some medical issues that traditional doctors missed or wouldn't take the time to properly treat. I get the best care with Dr. Wheeler. My daughter has begun seeing her as well, and she has even told me that Dr. Wheeler is the only doctor she prefers to see. Dr. Wheeler is very knowledgeable and truly cares about her patients, as patients and as people too."
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