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We constantly hear from our passionate students, outstanding alumni and dedicated faculty about how Bastyr University has changed their lives. Recently, we recorded many of these inspiring stories, which you can read below. We hope you will enjoy reading these stories that demonstrate how Bastyr University is transforming the health and well-being of the human community.

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Andrew McIntyre, MS, LAc

Andrew McIntyre, MS ('94), LAc
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine alumnus and faculty
Bastyr Center for Natural Health faculty practitioner

"Bastyr students benefit from training at a clinic where patients can receive multiple Chinese medicine therapies and techniques at once, which is not something usually available in a private practice setting." Read more >>

Wendy Weber, ND, PhD

Wendy Weber, ND ('01), PhD, MPH
Naturopathic Medicine alumna, faculty and researcher
Bastyr Center for Natural Health faculty physician

"I am a completely different person because of my work at Bastyr Center for Natural Health ... I teach students how to be healers and together we teach patients how to make healthier choices. Any time you have the opportunity to do that, you are changing lives." Read more >>

Brandon Leahy, Student

Brandon Leahy, student
Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine ('08)

"What I appreciate most about Bastyr's program is the vast experience of the core faculty members. The Chinese doctors on our faculty have such deep knowledge, and many are the premier experts in the world — they are the true masters." Read more >>

Anna Evershed, Student

Anna Evershed, student
Candidate, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine ('09)

"I really flourished here. One of the best parts of my education has been treating patients at the teaching clinic. Seeing how natural medicine positively affects patients is so inspiring, and I fall in love with the medicine every day..." Read more >>

Samyar Bukovcan, Student

Michelle Miller, student
Master of Science in Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology ('08)

"I came to Bastyr University because the Master of Science and Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology (MSNCHP) is unique and isn't offered anywhere else." Read more >>

Samyar Bukovcan, Student

Samyar Bukovcan, student
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine ('08)

"I know my degree will be well-respected. I chose to come to Bastyr because it has a well-known name throughout the country and it attracts uniquely passionate and caring individuals. I've never experienced a community that is so much like family. I don't think you'll find a more supportive environment in a school..." Read more >>

Jane Guiltinan, ND

Jane Guiltinan, ND ('86)
Naturopathic Medicine alumna and faculty
Bastyr Center for Natural Health faculty physician

"I am inspired daily by watching students learn and grow in their medical studies. As a clinical supervisor and physician at Bastyr Center for Natural Health, our University teaching clinic, I teach students how to incorporate a patient's body, mind and spirit into each treatment plan." Read more >>

Trina Seligman, ND, MS, LAc

Trina Seligman, ND ('96), MS ('99), LAc
Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture alumna

"Every day I practice what I learned at Bastyr. I've always wanted to be an entrepreneur, so I love that I own my own medical practice. My education at Bastyr gave me the opportunity to help myself and others achieve wellness..." Read more >>

Debra Boutin, MS, RD

Debra Boutin, MS, RD, faculty
School of Nutrition and Exercise Science

"Our graduates are ready to change health care. I am not aware of any other place where master's level students get to directly practice patient care. To see students progress from tentatively approaching their first patient to interacting confidently with patients to support effective lifestyle changes is such a wonderful opportunity..." Read more >>

Paul Anderson, ND

Paul Anderson, ND, faculty
School of Naturopathic Medicine

"My daily interactions with students inspire me. Their questions keep me on my toes, and I am exposed to a lot of new ideas that enhance my capabilities as a practitioner. I challenge students to learn all they can and strive to model for them what it means to be a good doctor..."
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Safiya McCarter

Safiya McCarter, student
Candidate, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine ('10)

"One reason I know I will succeed is because of the community at Bastyr — it is very, very supportive..." Read more >>

Tamara Cullen

Tamara Cullen, ND (’99)
Naturopathic Medicine alumna

"Bastyr University changed my life, and now I'm changing other people's lives. In my private practice, I make a huge difference with my patients and I love it!" Read more >>

Geoff, ND

Geoff Lecovin, DC, ND (’94), MS (’94), LAc
Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture alumnus

"...My education at Bastyr allowed me to integrate more therapies into my practice, giving me a much more holistic perspective." Read more >>

Samantha Ivey, student

Samantha Ivey, student
Bachelor of Science with Major in Exercise Science and Wellness ('08)

"Bastyr University offers the only exercise science program that focuses on the body, mind and spirit. I love that the program is not just about working out and getting better physically, but also mentally, spiritually and emotionally... " Read more >>

Ryan Bradley, ND

Ryan Bradley, ND ('03)
Naturopathic Medicine alumnus
Bastyr Center for Natural Health faculty practitioner

"What I appreciate about being a naturopathic doctor is that I can sit with a patient for as long as I need to, talking not just about medications..." Read more >>

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