Meet Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen
Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen, ND
Co-Founder and Co-Director of Juniper Family Health.
Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen has dedicated her practice to merging conventional medicine and naturopathic approaches of health care. Her patient-centered approach to care focuses on informed decision-making, and empowering her patients in their own unique health journey.
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In her practice she offers both functional and conventional diagnostic testing, and uses evidence-based herbal therapies, vitamin and mineral supplementation, lifestyle coaching, acupuncture, IV therapy, and pharmaceutical medications.
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Dr. van Drimmelen has a general naturopathic practice, with a special interest in the areas of reproductive health including preconception, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum support; hormone imbalances including PCOS, thyroid disorders, perimenopause and menopause; infant and childhood wellness; and chronic health concerns such as allergic disorders, skin concerns, gastrointestinal health, immune dysfunction, mental health, burnout and fatigue.
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Dr. van Drimmelen is a graduate of the University of Regina (BSc) and The Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. She is licensed with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, and holds certifications in pharmaceutical prescribing, acupuncture, and IV nutrient therapy. She has received advanced naturopathic training in the areas of gynecology, obstetrics, pediatrics, bioidentical hormone prescribing, and fertility acupuncture. She holds professional memberships with the British Columbia Naturopathic Association, the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians, the Menopause Society, and the Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society. She has a passion for sharing knowledge and has written numerous articles for alive Magazine, and is a co-author in the book “Mokita: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Confidence & Ease.”
Professional Affiliations
Courses & Certifications
Dr. van Drimmelen is dedicated to providing the most up to date naturopathic care to the Victoria community. She regularly updates her skills and knowledge in the areas of fertility and reproductive health, menopause and midlife care, women's and children's health, and integrative family healthcare. She has completed training and has attended continuing education conferences in the following areas:
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Victoria Women's Health Update 2025 - UBC CPD Faculty of Medicine
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Victoria Gynaecology Updates 2023 & 2024- UBC CPD Faculty of Medicine
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Menopause 101 2023 Annual Meeting - The Menopause Society
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​Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society - 2023 Western Summit Conference
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Infertility Symposium 2023 & 2024 - Exceptional ND
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Medicated and Natural IUI Cycles & Whole Systems TCM 2019 - Professional Development for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners
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Acupuncture & IVF Success (Research Review) 2017 - Professional Development for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners
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Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) or Fresh Donor Cycle & Whole Systems TCM 2017 - Professional Development for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners
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IVF or Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation & Whole Systems TCM 2017 - Professional Development for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners
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Assisted Reproduction Technology Overview for the Chinese Medicine Professional 2016 – Professional Development for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners
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Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy 2014 – American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
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Advanced Naturopathic Obstetrics 2014 – Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
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Well Baby & Well Child Examinations 2014 – Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
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Pharmacy in Pregnancy and Infant Care 2014 - Association of Perinatal Naturopathic Doctors
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Naturopathic Labour Support 2014 – Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
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Advanced Naturopathic Pediatrics 2013 – Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
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DONA International Birth Support Course 2013
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Botanical Medicine in Pediatrics and Obstetrics 2012 – Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
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Intravenous Therapies Certification 2012 - CNPBC
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Pharmaceutical Prescribing Certification 2012 - CNPBC
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Acupuncture Certification 2012 - CNPBC
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Evidence Based Clinical Research Review in Endocrinology and Chronic Disease 2011 – Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine
Published Work
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Dr. van Drimmelen is one of 13 co-authors in the book "Mokita: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Confidence & Ease." Check out Chapter 20 to learn how naturopathic medicine can support women through perimenopause & menopause.