Education & Clinical Training
Dr. Rachelle’s education and additional clinical experience include:
- Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology, concentration in Neurobiology — University of Victoria
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine — Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Boucher Campus
- Clinical training through the Boucher Naturopathic Clinic
- Family Naturopathic Clinic
- Katzie Community Health Centre
- Clinical observation at Olive Fertility Centre in Vancouver
- Certification in intravenous therapy
- Prescriptive authority
Her combination of naturopathic medical training, reproductive-health experience and additional IV and prescribing qualifications allows her to draw from a range of treatment options when clinically appropriate.
Dr. Rachelle Peltier, ND's Clinical Interests
Hormonal and reproductive health can change considerably throughout different stages of life.
Dr. Rachelle works with patients seeking assessment and individualized care for concerns involving:
- Menstrual and ovulatory concerns
- PCOS
- Fertility and reproductive health
- Perimenopause
- Menopause
- Metabolic health
- Medical weight management
- General women’s health concerns
Her approach begins with understanding the broader clinical picture rather than focusing on a single laboratory value or symptom.
Depending on the individual, assessment may include discussion of menstrual history, reproductive history, symptoms, medications, supplements, lifestyle factors and previous laboratory investigations.
Further testing may be considered when it is clinically appropriate and likely to provide useful information for decision-making.
Fertility care can involve many different factors, and there is no single approach that is appropriate for every patient.
Dr. Rachelle has a particular interest in fertility and reproductive medicine and gained additional clinical exposure through observation alongside reproductive endocrinologists and gynecologists at Olive Fertility Centre in Vancouver.
Naturopathic fertility care may consider areas such as:
- Menstrual and ovulatory history
- Nutrition and lifestyle
- Existing laboratory results
- Metabolic health
- Nutrient status when relevant
- Medications and supplements
- Previous fertility investigations
- Current or planned fertility treatment
For patients already working with a family physician, gynecologist, reproductive endocrinologist or fertility clinic, naturopathic care is intended to complement rather than replace appropriate conventional fertility care.
Treatment recommendations are individualized based on the patient’s medical history, fertility goals and current care plan.
Menstrual and ovulatory concerns can have many possible causes and may require appropriate medical investigation.
Dr. Rachelle works with patients experiencing concerns involving menstrual regularity, ovulation and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Assessment may consider factors such as:
- Menstrual patterns
- Ovulation
- Metabolic health
- Relevant laboratory testing
- Nutrition and lifestyle
- Current medications
- Previous diagnoses or investigations
Where appropriate, recommendations may incorporate nutrition and lifestyle strategies, nutraceuticals, prescription medications or other treatment options within naturopathic scope.
The goal is to develop a plan that reflects the individual patient rather than assuming that everyone with the same diagnosis requires the same treatment.
The transition through perimenopause and menopause can affect many aspects of health and well-being.
Some patients seek care because of changes in menstrual cycles, while others are primarily concerned about sleep, temperature regulation, mood, energy, body composition or other symptoms occurring during this stage of life.
Dr. Rachelle provides individualized assessment for patients navigating perimenopause and menopause.
Depending on your history and concerns, appointments may include discussion of:
- Menstrual changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Sleep
- Mood and emotional well-being
- Energy
- Metabolic health
- Nutrition and physical activity
- Current medications and supplements
- Appropriate laboratory testing
Treatment options depend on the individual and may include lifestyle strategies, nutrition, nutraceuticals, prescription medications where appropriate or other evidence-informed approaches.
Metabolic health can be influenced by many interconnected factors, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, medications, hormonal changes and underlying medical conditions.
Dr. Rachelle works with patients who would like a more comprehensive evaluation of their metabolic health or support with medically appropriate weight-management goals.
Rather than focusing solely on the number on the scale, assessment may consider:
- Medical history
- Nutrition
- Physical activity
- Sleep
- Relevant medications
- Previous laboratory results
- Hormonal or reproductive factors
- Cardiometabolic risk factors
- Individual goals and preferences
When medication-based treatment is being considered, Dr. Rachelle can discuss potential options within her authorized prescribing scope and determine whether they are appropriate for the individual patient.
Laboratory testing can be useful when it answers a clinically relevant question.
Dr. Rachelle may review previous bloodwork or recommend appropriate investigations based on your history and current concerns.
Testing is not ordered simply for the sake of collecting more information. The goal is to use laboratory results alongside your symptoms, medical history and clinical assessment to help guide decision-making.
Depending on your individual needs, treatment recommendations may involve:
- Nutrition and lifestyle counselling
- Nutraceuticals and supplementation
- Prescription medications when appropriate
- IV therapy
- Injection therapies within scope
- Monitoring and follow-up testing
- Collaboration with other healthcare professionals when appropriate
Treatment plans are individualized and may change over time based on your response, updated testing and evolving health goals.
Dr. Rachelle is certified in intravenous therapy and may incorporate IV treatment when there is an appropriate clinical rationale.
Okanagan Integrative Health provides IV nutrient therapy, iron infusions, NAD+ IV therapy and other individualized IV options from our dedicated West Kelowna IV treatment space.
IV therapy is not required or appropriate for every patient. Medical history, medications, allergies, relevant laboratory findings and the reason for considering treatment are reviewed before an IV is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rachelle has a particular clinical focus in women’s health, fertility and reproductive medicine, menstrual and ovulatory concerns, perimenopause and menopause, metabolic health and medical weight management.
She also provides general naturopathic care and is certified in IV therapy.
Yes.
Patients may work with Dr. Rachelle while also receiving care from a fertility clinic, reproductive endocrinologist, gynecologist or other healthcare professional.
Naturopathic fertility care is intended to complement appropriate conventional fertility treatment rather than replace it.
Dr. Rachelle works with patients with PCOS and other menstrual or ovulatory concerns.
Assessment and recommendations depend on the individual patient’s medical history, symptoms, previous investigations and goals.
Yes.
Perimenopause and menopause are among Dr. Rachelle’s clinical areas of focus.
Care may involve discussion of symptoms, lifestyle, nutrition, relevant testing, nutraceuticals and prescription options when appropriate.
Dr. Rachelle holds prescriptive authority and may incorporate prescription medications when clinically appropriate and within her authorized scope.
Yes.
Dr. Rachelle is certified in IV therapy and provides individualized IV treatment when clinically appropriate.
No. You can book directly with Dr. Rachelle without a physician referral.
Many extended health plans provide coverage for naturopathic physician appointments.
Coverage varies between insurers and individual plans, so we recommend confirming your benefits directly with your insurance provider.
Naturopathic Care in West Kelowna
Dr. Rachelle Peltier practises at Okanagan Integrative Health in West Kelowna, BC, alongside naturopathic physicians and other healthcare professionals including chiropractors, Registered Massage Therapists, an acupuncturist, Registered Clinical Counsellors and a kinesiologist.
Her clinical interests in women’s health, fertility, reproductive medicine and hormonal health complement the broader naturopathic services available within the clinic.
Okanagan Integrative Health
204–525 BC 97 South
West Kelowna, BC V1Z 4C9
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