is a board certified Naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, and Chinese herbalist. In 2002, she graduated from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland Oregon with a doctorate in Naturopathic medicine and a Masters of Science of Oriental Medicine. As a graduate of the college, Dr. Nina Meledandri has been trained directly by both classical Chinese medical scholars and physicians from the Chengdu Medical University in Sichuan, China, as well as the most experienced Naturopathic physicians in her field.

As of January 1^{st, 2010, Naturopathic Physicians licensed in the state of Oregon are able to prescribe common primary care pharmaceutical drugs such as antibiotics, anti-depressants, hormones, asthma medications, and cholesterol lowering agents.}

Naturopathic physicians are primary care providers who are trained in the traditional medical sciences, clinical diagnosis, pharmacology, and are experts in drug-nutrient and drug botanical interactions. They specialize in identifying the underlying causes of health conditions and treating them through natural means to achieve lifelong health and wellbeing. Naturopathic physicians are trained to provide truly integrative, individualized medical care.

Classical Chinese medicine is a 5,000 -year old healing system developed from observing the relationship between health and disease. It involves a holistic and critical thinking process based on the idea that no single symptom can be understood unless considered in relationship with the whole person. Chinese medicine uses acupuncture,
Qigong, Tai Ji, herbal therapy, and massage to balance disharmony within the body. Dr. Meledandri is trained to integrate these methods into any treatment plan.

Acupuncture involves the insertion and manipulation of very fine needles into specific points on the body to therapeutically improve health or to relieve pain. Acupuncture is a generally comfortable experience, and most patients will feel relaxed and peaceful during treatment. Sometimes patients will experience minor discomfort which usually indicates an energy blockage, which the needle will effectively stimulate and release.

For a free 15 minute consultation with Dr. Melecdandri or to get more information about her QiGong or Spring Detox classes, call 503.924.5792.