NATUROPATHIC CARE · HILLSBORO & LAKE OSWEGO
Natural Medicine in Hillsboro & Lake Oswego, OR
Root-cause care that combines evidence-based natural therapies with conventional medicine, provided by Dr. Rosalia Juarez, ND. We treat the whole person, not just the symptoms.
What Is Natural Medicine?
Natural medicine, also called naturopathic medicine, is a system of healthcare that uses natural substances and therapies to support your body's own ability to heal. It draws on herbal medicine, clinical nutrition, lifestyle counseling, and other evidence-based modalities to address the underlying cause of illness rather than only managing symptoms. The goal is not simply to quiet a symptom but to understand why it is happening and to correct it at the source.
At Amaranta Clínica de Medicina Preventiva, Dr. Rosalia Juarez, ND, is a licensed naturopathic doctor and primary care physician. That dual training means she can combine the best of natural and conventional medicine in a single plan, ordering lab work, prescribing medication when appropriate, and integrating natural therapies tailored to your individual needs. Care is available at both our Hillsboro and Lake Oswego offices, and every visit can be conducted in English or Spanish.
Naturopathic medicine is guided by a set of long-standing principles: treat the whole person, identify and treat the root cause, use the least invasive therapies first, support the body's natural healing processes, and emphasize prevention. In practice, this means Dr. Juarez spends time understanding your history, your environment, and your goals before recommending a plan. Two patients with the same diagnosis may receive very different recommendations, because the right plan depends on the whole picture.
Why Choose a Licensed Naturopathic Doctor
Not all natural health providers are the same. Dr. Juarez completed a four-year, graduate-level doctoral program at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, one of the oldest accredited naturopathic medical schools in the country. She is licensed by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine and is a member of the Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
This training matters. A licensed naturopathic doctor can order and interpret standard lab work, perform physical exams, diagnose conditions, and prescribe within their scope of practice in Oregon. It also means natural therapies are recommended responsibly, with attention to safety, drug interactions, and the evidence behind each option. When a conventional treatment or a referral to a specialist is the right call, Dr. Juarez will tell you.
Naturopathic Therapies We Offer
Clinical Nutrition
Personalized nutrition plans and targeted supplementation based on lab work and your health history, used to correct deficiencies and support long-term wellness.
Herbal Medicine
Evidence-informed botanical therapies selected to support specific conditions, used alongside conventional treatment when appropriate.
Integrative Primary Care
Conventional diagnostics, prescriptions, and screenings combined with natural therapies, so you get one coordinated plan instead of fragmented care.
Lifestyle Counseling
Practical, sustainable guidance on sleep, stress, movement, and daily habits that have a measurable impact on chronic conditions.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Natural medicine is especially well suited to chronic, complex, and stubborn conditions that have not fully responded to a single conventional treatment. Because the approach looks at the whole person, it often uncovers contributing factors that a symptom-focused visit can miss. Dr. Juarez frequently sees patients for:
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Dr. Juarez es bilingüe (inglés/español) y ofrece medicina natural y atención primaria en el idioma con el que te sientes más cómodo. Atendemos a pacientes en Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, y todo el condado de Washington. Llámanos para programar tu cita.
Medicina Natural en Español
Natural Medicine FAQs
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Many naturopathic and primary care visits are covered by the plans we accept, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, HealthNet, United Healthcare, Providence, Trillium OHP, and CareOregon. We recommend confirming coverage with your individual plan before your visit. We also welcome self-pay patients and offer discounted lab pricing.
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Yes. Dr. Juarez holds a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from the National University of Natural Medicine and is licensed by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine. Licensed naturopathic doctors in Oregon complete graduate-level medical training and can order labs and prescribe within their scope.
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Absolutely. Natural medicine works well alongside care from other providers. Dr. Juarez can coordinate with your existing physicians and refer to specialists when needed.
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It depends on the condition. Some patients notice improvement within a few weeks, while chronic conditions that developed over years may take several months of consistent care. Dr. Juarez will give you a realistic timeline at your first visit and will adjust your plan based on how you respond.
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Natural medicine focuses on root-cause treatment using natural therapies, while primary care covers conventional diagnostics, prescriptions, and screenings. Because Dr. Juarez is trained and licensed in both, you receive one integrated plan rather than choosing between them.
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Sí. Dr. Juarez is fluent in Spanish and sees Spanish-speaking patients regularly. Spanish-language paperwork is available on request.
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