About Dr. Nancy Dunne

Nancy Dunne, N.D., is a naturopathic physician specializing in PCOS and in improving women’s health.

Because of the increasing incidence of ovarian cysts and polycystic ovarian syndrome, and because her daughter has been diagnosed as having aspects of PCOS, Dr. Dunne is now focusing her practice on natural methods to deal with polycystic ovary syndrome, ovarian cysts, and related health problems.

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Natural Medicine Consultation

Dr. Dunne offers two types of consultations to help you in your quest to get well.

Email Mini-Consultations. This service gives you an individualized answer to a specific question or concern.

Second Opinion PCOS Consultations. This service provides you with an in-depth second opinion about your health challenges, and outlines an individualized strategy for reducing PCOS symptoms and getting healthier.

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Background

Dr. Dunne has been a practicing physician since 1989. Her clinic, Bitterroot Natural Medicine, is located in Missoula, Montana and offers primary care for clients of all ages. The clinic is best known for its treatment of women’s health concerns, fertility issues, body reshaping, physical fitness, menopause, and polycystic ovary syndrome.

For more information, click here for Dr. Dunne's clinic website.

Before becoming a naturopathic physician, she was a Registered Nurse for nine years, specializing in obstetrics and neonatal health.

Dr. Dunne is a graduate of National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon, and is licensed as a primary care provider in Montana. She also has a Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Science from Bastyr University in Seattle.

If you would like to know more about naturopathic medical education or the scope of practice of naturopathic physicians, please visit:

American Association of Naturopathic Medical Colleges
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians

Dr. Dunne is a Professional Member of the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association and is past President of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

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Guiding Principles

Dr. Dunne is guided by the following principles in her practice:

• To find and treat the cause of health problems and not be satisfied with suppression of symptoms.
• To treat the whole person, not isolated body parts or functions.
• To regard the client as a unique and special individual.
• To believe the client can maximize her genetic potential and minimize her genetic weaknesses.
• To use safe, effective natural therapies to help the body restore itself to a state of healthy balance.
• To value the role of mind, emotions and spirit in creating good health.
• To encourage the client’s full and active participation in her health rebuilding program.
• To identify and support behaviors that create the kind of life the client wants.
• To take all the time needed to fully understand the client’s situation, concerns and goals.
• To recognize that better nutritional choices and lifestyle behaviors are crucial components of healing.

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