Dr. Guadalupe Garcia

Dr. Garcia’s journey into medicine began with a passion for healing and a desire to understand the deeper connection between mind, body and wellness. Intending to pursue allopathic medicine, she came across the principles of Naturopathic Medicine and found greater alignment with her feelings around the practice of medicine. Its emphasis on treating the root cause while honoring the body’s innate ability to heal, blending modern science with traditional wisdom all resonated deeply: treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. 

 

Dr. Garcia earned a B.S. in Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois before entering the doctorate program at National University of Health Sciences where she earned Doctorates in both Naturopathic Medicine and Chiropractic Medicine. Her approach to care blends evidence-based medicine with traditional and modern therapies to create personalized, result-driven healing strategies. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support that aligns with their goals and lifestyle. 

 

The cornerstone of Dr. Garcia’s work is collaboration. Evaluating what Naturopathic Medicine calls the Determinants of Health for each individual’s life, including: movement, nourishment, sleep, stress management and breath, she then uses tools and modalities within both chiropractic and naturopathic medicine to build a holistic treatment plan. For Dr. Garcia, an invaluable part of this process is education and empowerment, cradled by a commitment to provide safe and effective care. Meeting patients where they are at, each step focuses on exploring and addressing the root cause of any issue together. Building the patient’s own knowledge empowers them to make healthy lifestyle choices on their own. With every step, she encourages her patients to explore their own role in healing, ensuring they feel confident and supported along the way. 

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A key aspect of Dr. Garcia’s work is her passion for teaching others how to move well and be comfortable in their body. She fundamentally believes that increasing a patient’s body awareness is invaluable for overall health. To that end, she has pursued additional training toward helping her patients live a pain-free, active lifestyle. Both The McKenzie method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT, focusing on spinal and extremity musculoskeletal disorders), and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS, focusing on activating core stability and neuromuscular control), prioritize patient education and self treatment, empowering individuals to reclaim control of their movement and effectively reduce pain. Breathwork is a critical component of body awareness due to its tremendous impact on overall physiology, improving health, performance, and resilience. 

 

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Garcia has always prioritized equitable access to healthcare. Her service in Nicaragua with Natural Doctors International as part of a volunteer trip to the island of Ometepe, allowed her to offer much needed medical support to underserved areas there and reinforced her dedication to health justice. She continues to raise awareness about health disparities, particularly in the Latinx community, by providing education on nutrition, immune health and the foundational pillars of wellness. 

 

Licenses and Certifications:

• Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from National University of Health Sciences

• Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine (DC) from National University of Health Sciences

• Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

• Webster Certification with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association

• Acupuncture Certification (100 hour Level) 

• McKenzie method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), Part A: Lumbar Spine 

• Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) Course A, B and Strength Training 1 

• Crossfit Coach, Level 1 Certification for Healthcare Professionals

• Pain Free Performance Specialist Course

• The Art of Breath Seminar

 

Professional Affiliations:

• International Chiropractic Pediatric Association