About Me:
Raised on a small prairie farm and having gone to school in a town with a population around 500 people I learnt the importance of community and pitching in and getting work done.
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Growing up in such a small community had its pros and cons. It was great in that everyone helped each other out, there wasn't too much trouble to get into, and there were lots of fun local things to do like town dances, bush parties, or Christmas concerts. The downside is that everyone knows your business and that you miss out on some opportunities only having a few people in your class - there was never enough people for a baseball team, we didn't even have soccer, and the library was filled mostly with harlequin romances. With that being said I was still able to figure skate and went to Halifax with my precision skating team for Canadians. We trained and fund raised for 2 years every Sunday going to a different girls town to practice. - insert pics of precision skating
I graduated from high school with a four year scholarship to university where I studied both science and fine arts at the University of Regina.
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This later lead me to dedicate six years to environmental conservation through employment with government, non-profit organizations, consulting companies, and research. Through this I developed a love for flora, fauna, and being outdoors.
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After a six month backpacking trip across south america I was inspired to change career paths. It is hard to imagine, but there is lots of downtime between hiking manchu pichu, looking at endemic species on the galapagos islands, surfing in Peru, or riverboating along the in Boliva - this along with not having a phone, tablet, or laptop gave me much time to think. This is when I finally decided to follow my heart and go into a career based around healing.
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Later moving to BC and attending the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster I received my Naturopathic designation. This was by far the hardest program I have ever had to complete - if you are thinking about going through it have a good long chat with a naturopathic who has. Everything is scheduled and you have one day off a week for 4 years.
insert map to Lipton
insert pick of you on the tractor / doing chickens
Growing up in such a small community had its pros and cons. It was great in that everyone helped each other out, there wasn't too much trouble to get into, and there were lots of fun local things to do like town dances, bush parties, or Christmas concerts. The downside is that everyone knows your business and that you miss out on some opportunities only having a few people in your class - there was never enough people for a baseball team, we didn't even have soccer, and the library was filled mostly with harlequin romances. With that being said I was still able to figure skate and went to Halifax with my precision skating team for Canadians. We trained and fund raised for 2 years every Sunday going to a different girls town to practice. - insert pics of precision skating
I graduated from high school with a four year scholarship to university where I studied both science and fine arts at the University of Regina.
- insert graduation pic
This later lead me to dedicate six years to environmental conservation through employment with government, non-profit organizations, consulting companies, and research. Through this I developed a love for flora, fauna, and being outdoors.
-insert enviro pics
After a six month backpacking trip across south america I was inspired to change career paths. It is hard to imagine, but there is lots of downtime between hiking manchu pichu, looking at endemic species on the galapagos islands, surfing in Peru, or riverboating along the in Boliva - this along with not having a phone, tablet, or laptop gave me much time to think. This is when I finally decided to follow my heart and go into a career based around healing.
-insert south america pics
Later moving to BC and attending the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster I received my Naturopathic designation. This was by far the hardest program I have ever had to complete - if you are thinking about going through it have a good long chat with a naturopathic who has. Everything is scheduled and you have one day off a week for 4 years.
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However, difficult it was I did love Vancouver area, especially hiking and I even joined a dance group
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Just after completing my second year of school my dad suddenly passed away and I tool time off to live with my mom, work as a horticulturist, and I used some of the skills I learnt in school to start a herbal product line and worked at festivals to sell it.
The next two years were difficult playing catchup, but there were some highlights including doing internships at friends for life downtown, the katsie healing center, and a fasting clinic in santa rosa. The later being an amazing experience as I hopped in my car, drove the coast camping once I would get tired until I got there!
-insert pics of the team, plus pics of your california trip
To graduate from school you have to pass a board exam called NPLEX (similar to the OSCE, but for NDs) - you study for two months straight then you sit for 3 days in a row writing exams. After you get through this then you have more board exams to get licensed in the province you want to practice in. I know many won't agree with me, but I did enjoy the time to sit down and learn at my own pace - so when I wanted to research something further I had the opportunity to do so or if I want to memorize my notes I can take them with me on a hike or to the ocean.
On one of my study dates I set up an online date - not wanting to meet anyone as I had plans to go back to Saskatchewan it was just as a study break and to get my mind of every pathology in the book. However, this is when I found my man and I know this is crazy to say, but after I first met him I knew.
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I passed my boards no problem; however, I wasn't going to stay in BC for this man I only knew for 3 months (even if he was the one) so I packed up my things and moved to SK, set up my practice while working full time as a horticulturist. This was the beast of a truck I drove around watering flowers:
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We kept in touch everyday up until the point I moved back BC and we have being together ever since.
Next comes the challenging part - setting up a practice and letting people know you even exist! This is debatable, but it may be harder than the schooling itself.
Having a personal interest in treating not only the body, but the mind, and energy systems I continue to research, self-study, and train in new techniques to provide the best possible care. I am excited to now be offering ozone therapy, ulraviolet blood irradiation, and IV therapy sa well as women's wellness appointments, pregnancy and postpartum care, fertility support, and body talk sessions.
-insert dance video and hiking pics
Just after completing my second year of school my dad suddenly passed away and I tool time off to live with my mom, work as a horticulturist, and I used some of the skills I learnt in school to start a herbal product line and worked at festivals to sell it.
The next two years were difficult playing catchup, but there were some highlights including doing internships at friends for life downtown, the katsie healing center, and a fasting clinic in santa rosa. The later being an amazing experience as I hopped in my car, drove the coast camping once I would get tired until I got there!
-insert pics of the team, plus pics of your california trip
To graduate from school you have to pass a board exam called NPLEX (similar to the OSCE, but for NDs) - you study for two months straight then you sit for 3 days in a row writing exams. After you get through this then you have more board exams to get licensed in the province you want to practice in. I know many won't agree with me, but I did enjoy the time to sit down and learn at my own pace - so when I wanted to research something further I had the opportunity to do so or if I want to memorize my notes I can take them with me on a hike or to the ocean.
On one of my study dates I set up an online date - not wanting to meet anyone as I had plans to go back to Saskatchewan it was just as a study break and to get my mind of every pathology in the book. However, this is when I found my man and I know this is crazy to say, but after I first met him I knew.
-insert pic of me and him
I passed my boards no problem; however, I wasn't going to stay in BC for this man I only knew for 3 months (even if he was the one) so I packed up my things and moved to SK, set up my practice while working full time as a horticulturist. This was the beast of a truck I drove around watering flowers:
-insert pic of truck
We kept in touch everyday up until the point I moved back BC and we have being together ever since.
Next comes the challenging part - setting up a practice and letting people know you even exist! This is debatable, but it may be harder than the schooling itself.
Having a personal interest in treating not only the body, but the mind, and energy systems I continue to research, self-study, and train in new techniques to provide the best possible care. I am excited to now be offering ozone therapy, ulraviolet blood irradiation, and IV therapy sa well as women's wellness appointments, pregnancy and postpartum care, fertility support, and body talk sessions.
" Healing occurs as the correct building blocks are provided, lifestyle adjustments are made, and supportive treatments are given."
Currently practicing in both Saskatchewn and British Columbia (in person and telehealth appointments).
H E A L T H C O N D I T I O N S
Common health conditions Dr Rumancik treats, but is not limited to include:
- Female health (PCOS, dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, infertility, fibroids)
- Infertility
- Pregnancy & postpartum
- Male health
- Hypertension
- Metabolic syndrome
- Diabetes / Insulin resistance
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, etc.)
- Infections
- Hormone imbalance (thyroid, adrenals)
- Insomnia
- Weight gain
- Indigestion (bloating, SIBO, constipation, diarrhea, heart burn)
- Liver / Gallbladder issues
- Fatigue
- Addiction
- General health and well-being plus prevention
About Naturopathic Medicine:
Naturopathic Doctors are trained in traditional healing modalities as well as modern research and medicine. To be eligible for the program one must have a university degree with all the pre-requisite classes. There are two accredited schools in Canada and seven in the United States that offer the doctorate program. Each naturopath obtains 4800 hours of classroom education and 1200 hours of hands on training. When finished each ND will have experience with:
- Clinical sciences
- Nutrition
- Acupuncture
- Herbology
- Homeopathy
- Osteopathic Manipulations
- Massage & Cupping
- Counseling
- Manual therapies / Home remedies
- IV therapy / injections
To become a licensed practitioner one must pass board certified examinations and further obtain licensing for the province or state they are practicing in. Continuing education is required year to year ensuring high professional standards are maintained.
Treatment Principles:
First, do no harm
Identify & treat the cause
Use natural methods to encourage healing and restore balance
Treat the whole person (mind, body, and energy system)
Provide education for healthy living
Prevent further illnesses from occurring
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors
Saskatchewan Association of Naturopathic Doctors
College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia
Saskatchewan Association of Naturopathic Doctors
College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia
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