Meet our Naturopathic Doctors

Dr. Gretchen MacLean, N.D.

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Dr.Gretchen MacLean is a licensed naturopathic doctor and the owner of The Island Wellness Centre. Gretchen Maclean was raised on Prince Edward Island. She attended the University of Prince Edward Island where she obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Biology. Gretchen was raised in a manner that emphasized the importance of good nutrition, fresh air and activity for health and well being. An interest in the health sciences led her to the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto where she received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. Contact Dr. MacLean at 902-394-0966

 www.islandwellness.ca

Dr. Lana McMurrer, N.D.

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Dr. Lana McMurrer, N.D is a licensed naturopathic doctor. Dr. McMurrer, a native Islander born and raised in Stratford, graduated from U.P.E.I. in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Always interested in nutrition and good health practices, Lana decided a career in naturopathy would give her the opportunity to help people achieve better health. In 2006 she received a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and is licensed through NPLEX. Dr. McMurrer maintains a general family practice which includes pediatrics to geriatrics. She uses a wide variety of therapies to treat the cause of disease, personalizing each treatment plan. Dr. McMurrer cohosts Au Natural on Eastlink TV with her colleague Dr. Kali Simmonds. Dr. McMurrer’s private naturopathic medical practice is at 34 Queen Street in Charlottetown . Contact Dr. McMurrer at 902-894-3868.

 www.simmondsmcmurrer.com

Dr. Susan Plourde, ND

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Dr. Susan Plourde is a licensed naturopathic doctor and owner of the PEI Naturopathic Medical Clinic.  Dr. Plourde holds a Bachelor’s of Science from the Université de Moncton, a Master’s degree from the Atlantic Veterinary College (UPEI), two years of doctoral work from the University of Southern Mississippi & a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (Arizona). 

Dr.Tracey Pollard, N.D

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Dr.Tracey Pollard is a licensed naturopathic doctor who has been practicing on the Island for more than 5 years. She studied and graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, ON.  Further studies have included cosmetic acupuncture and focused childhood wellness. Dr. Pollard currently practices as part of an integrated health care team at Bodyworks in Charlottetown, PE. She resides in rural PEI with her husband and two daughters. Contact Dr. Pollard at 902-894-4400

www.bodyworkspei.ca

Dr. Kali Simmonds, N.D

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Dr. Kali Simmonds, N.D. is a licensed naturopathic doctor. She has been in private practice for 11 years at 34 Queen St. and is the owner of  The Root Cellar. Kali cohosts the weekly health program Au Natural on Eastlink TV with colleague Dr.Lana McMurrer. She also has a bi-weekly column- 'Building Health' in The Guardian. Kali received her Bachelor of Science Degree from U.P.E.I. in 1994. In 1998 she received her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, and was then licensed through NPLEX. She practiced in a multidisciplinary clinic with medical doctors, chiropractors, and massage therapists for 1 year before returning home to PEI in 1999. Kali and her husband Pat have 5 children. Contact Dr. Simmonds at 902-894-3868.

www.simmondsmcmurrer.com

Dr. Linda Morrison, N.D.

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Dr. Linda Morrison, N.D is a licensed naturopathic doctor. Dr. Morrison grew up in rural west prince, and graduated from U.P.E.I. in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science Degree. Interested in medicine at a young age, Linda decided a career in naturopathy would blend her desire to improve the health of islanders with the opportunity to learn eastern and western medical traditions.  In 2007 she received a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and is licensed through NPLEX. Dr. Morrison is the founder and owner of Summerside Naturopathic.  She uses a wide variety of therapies to treat the cause of disease, with emphasis placed on cost effective; botanical and homeopathic medicines.  Summerside Naturopathic is located in the McNeill Mall, 251 Water St. Contact Dr. Morrison at 902-724-3334.

 www.summersidenaturopathic.com

Dr. Nara Simmonds, N.D.

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Dr. Nara Simmonds, N.D. is a licensed naturopathic doctor. She has 11 years experience in the health food and supplements business. Nara worked at the Root Cellar while obtaining her Bachelor of Science Degree at UPEI, and upon graduating took on the role of Manager for 2 years. After a year abroad, her strong family ties to health and nutrition brought her back home to pursue an education in naturopathic medicine. In 2010, she received her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, and is licensed through NPLEX.Dr. Simmonds is thrilled to be the newest member of the Simmonds McMurrer Naturopathic team and is now welcoming patients to her general family practice. Dr. Simmonds’ private naturopathic medical practice is at 34 Queen Street in Charlottetown.Contact Dr. Simmonds at 902-894-3868.

 

 www.drnarasimmonds.com

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