Certifications: Acupuncture, Prolotherapy, Immunization, Prescriptive Authority, Vaccination/Immunization
Languages spoken: English, French
Dr. Joanne Menard graduated with first class standing from Queen's University with a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Life Sciences in 2002. She then completed four years of medical training at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto, graduating in 2006. She is licensed in acupuncture, and has completed additional training in pre-birth acupuncture. She also has prescription rights and is licensed in prolotherapy for the treatment of peripheral joints (shoulders, elbows, hands, knees and ankles). She also hold a valid immunization license in the province of British Columbia. Dr. Menard has a true passion for healthy living and believes it is important to provide individualized treatments to each of her patients. She feels it is an honour to be part of a person's path to wellness and optimal health. Dr. Menard enjoys treating people of all ages and has a special interest in women’s health, fertility treatments, pre and post natal care, menopause, as well as digestive concerns and immunity. Complete laboratory services are available at her clinic including food allergy testing (serum IgG/IgE), saliva hormone testing, SIBO testing, Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis, lyme testing and genetic testing for optimal health. Pap smears and gynecological exams are also available. Dr. Menard is a member of the British Columbia Naturopathic Association, the College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC, and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. Her practice is located at Restorative Health, an integrated health clinic, and she is currently accepting new patients. She lives in Chilliwack with her husband and two young children.