OUR TEAM
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Dr Paula Fainstat DC ND
Dr Fainstat is the founder of The Fourth & Alma Naturopathic Medical Centre. She takes a very integrative approach seeking what is behind her patients' concerns and selecting treatment to give both the quickest relief and most lasting results. 
Treatments may include Neural ReSet Therapy or Prolotherapy for pain or athletic performance, hormonal and neurotransmitter balancing, digestion   and immune regulation.
Dr Scarlett Cooper BSc (Hons),  ND
Dr Scarlett is the newest member of our Naturopathic team, welcome! She has a strong background in nutrition, children's care and a wide range of interests. Dr Scarlett expands the clinic's services with Saturday and Thursday evening appointments.  
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Dr Rick Santimaw BHSc ND 
Dr Rick has been practicing at our clinic for 5 years and is a clinic supervisor at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. His skills include acupuncture, IV vitamin-mineral injections, weight loss programs and a good sense of humour.
If you are interested in becoming a patient at our clinic,  contact us > 
The staff will be glad to assist matching you with the doctor who best fits your needs.
     Our Clinic 
has been offering full-service Natural Care in Vancouver for over 25 years. The clinic has a solid reputation for helping patients, families and athletes with concerns ranging from common 'unwellness', pain and sport performance to serious pathologies to preventative and anti-aging care. 

We have lab assessments, testing services, dispensary and intravenous therapies. A highly individualized treatment program is worked out for each patient tailored to their needs, goals and preferences.
 
Practitioners in our Clinic have a wealth of experience and training including advanced training in Traditional Chinese Medicine,  prescription drugs, and Neural Therapy.

Dr Paula Fainstat is the developer of Neural Re-Set Therapy. Dr Rick Santimaw is  a clinical instructor at the Boucher Institite of Natural Medicine. Dr Scarlett Cooper is  a teacher at Boucher and gives community lectures.