In addition to being licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Province of Alberta, we have expanded our medical expertise by our association with the following organizations:

• American College for Advancement in Medicine [ACAM]
• American Academy of Anti-Aging
• Institute for Functional Medicine

The Centre for Preventive Medicine is unique in that we believe that traditional and alternative medical therapies are complementary and not exclusive. Furthermore, we respect your need for active participation in decisions regarding your health, and we support your desire for state of the art medical information.

You are a customer - your wellness is our top priority.

Doctor Profiles

What are Complementary and Alternative Medical Therapies?

Complementary Therapies: Therapeutic practices which are not currently considered an Integral part of conventional allopathic medical practice. They may lack biomedical explanations but as they become better researched some (Physical Therapy, Diet, Acupuncture) become widely accepted whereas others (humors, radium therapy) quietly fade away, yet are important historical footnotes. Therapies are termed as Complementary when used In addition to conventional treatments and as Alternative when used instead of conventional treatment.

National Library of Medicine 
Medical Subject Headings 2002

Does disease cause poor health or does poor health cause disease? Traditional medicine is typically reactive; it deals with signs and symptoms. Alternative medicine tends to be more proactive, or preventive. Traditional medicine is often focused on specific parts of the body; alternative medicine deals with the whole body. Scientific study used to support traditional medical practice requires precise measurement of results. Due to the overall impact of alternative therapies, the results are very difficult to measure. For example, it is easy to measure a drop in blood pressure but how do you measure how much better you feel? One thing is certain — To enjoy good health, you must work at It every day.

The Fraser Institute1 estimates that Canadians spend four billion dollars a year on alternative medicine. Alternative medicine is being increasingly recognized as an integral part of health care. The New York Times recently reported, "Hospitals in search of paying patients and a competitive edge are increasingly offering their patients some form of alternative medicine. The number of hospitals offering alternative therapies nearly doubled from 1998 to 2000, according to a survey by the American Hospital Association." 1

How Can We Help?

At the Centre for Preventive Medicine we can help you to look better and to feel better: 

• By recognizing your individual makeup and needs 

• By recommending safe, non-surgical therapies 

• By providing you with information regarding health care options 

• By helping you develop a personal health plan in order to prevent disease and disability 

Top of Page

.

"If you escape one of the childhood diseases, then by the time you're 50, eighty percent of how well and how long you live is under your control." 

Michael F. Rolzen MD

How Much Does It Cost?

“Dear Valued Clients,  

Please be advised that, effective April 12th., 2012, our physician fees are as follows:

1. Initial assessment/
   1-hour appointment: $550.00

2. Half-hour appointment: $275.00

3. 15-minute appointment: $150.00

4. Phone consult: $150.00  

Thank you for your business”.

Emerging Technology

We continue to investigate emerging technology for treatments that may improve your long-term health and wellness. Our physicians attend bi-yearly International Scientific Conferences on complementary medicine, anti-aging and longevity medicine and functional medicine.

Take Charge of Your Health!

Contact Us

¹  Source: The Fraser Institute Website              

Top of Page