Veronica Waks

Dr. Veronica Waks is a licensed naturopathic physician, who graduated from the University of Bridgeport’s College of Naturopathic Medicine. As a naturopathic physician, she combines a contemporary naturopathic approach to healing with the keen insights of a medical doctor. Dr. Waks brings to her practice 10 years of experience in allopathic and alternative therapies. Prior to earning her doctorate in naturopathic medicine, she received her MD degree from the Vladivostok Medical University and practiced internal medicine and family medicine. Upon her arrival in the United States Dr. Waks passed her United States Medical License Exams and obtained a United States Foreign Medical Certificate. While practicing conventional medicine Dr. Waks became concerned about the negative side effects and interactive effects of many standard pharmaceutical treatments, and initiated personal study of natural and alternative treatments. Instead of pursuing a conventional medical career Dr. Waks attended naturopathic medical school and practices as a naturopath.

Dr. Waks believes that most illnesses are the body’s reaction to a stressful, toxic environment and unwise lifestyle choices. Only a small percentage are due entirely to genetic pre-disposition. Most illness can therefore be prevented by conscious life-style choices. She believes further that healing begins with the client’s commitment to rebuild health and vitality through significant and lasting life-style changes: eating a healthy diet, exercising, and managing stress in professional life and personal relationships. Dr. Waks’ practice centers upon raising the client’s conscious awareness and active involvement in preventing illness and initiating and maintaining the healing process to restore optimum health. She uses the latest techniques of botanical, physical, and behavioral medicine.

Dr. Waks is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.