Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopath in Maple Ridge, BC
Evidence-informed naturopathic care with Dr. Mohamad Ali, ND at Mountain Ridge Wellness. Root-cause assessment, individualized treatment, and collaborative care alongside our full multidisciplinary team.
Dr. Mohamad Ali is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor practicing at Mountain Ridge Wellness in Maple Ridge, BC. Before pursuing naturopathic medicine, Dr. Ali spent over 14 years working as an internist in Emergency Room and ICU settings, bringing rare clinical depth and acute care expertise to his naturopathic practice. He takes a thorough, whole-person approach to health, integrating evidence-based conventional medicine with naturopathic and lifestyle-focused care.
Dr. Ali has a special focus on cardiovascular and respiratory health, including heart disease, high blood pressure, asthma, and COPD, alongside a broad general practice covering men's health, seniors' health, metabolic syndrome, autoimmune conditions, thyroid disorders, diabetes, and digestive concerns. As part of Mountain Ridge Wellness's integrated team, he also provides medical oversight for the clinic's IV therapy program.
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND), CNPBC licensed
- 14+ years as an internist in ER and ICU settings
- Special focus: cardiovascular health, respiratory health, and chronic disease
- Lab test ordering, prescriptive authority, and IV therapy medical oversight
Ready to address the root cause of your health concerns? Book an initial consultation with Dr. Ali online or by phone.
Book a ConsultationA Licensed Primary Care Approach That Treats the Whole Person
Naturopathic doctors are trained in the same foundational sciences as medical doctors, with additional training in natural and integrative therapies. The goal is not to replace conventional medicine, it's to identify and address the root causes that conventional assessments sometimes miss.
Root Causes, Not Just Symptoms
A naturopathic consultation typically begins with a thorough intake: health history, diet and lifestyle review, current medications, and symptom patterns. Dr. Ali may order bloodwork or other lab tests to get objective data before developing a treatment plan.
Treatment plans are individualized and may include clinical nutrition, targeted supplementation, botanical medicine, acupuncture, lifestyle changes, and referral or co-management with other practitioners at Mountain Ridge Wellness.
- Comprehensive intake and health history review
- Laboratory test ordering to identify deficiencies and imbalances
- Individualized, evidence-informed treatment plans
- Collaborative care with chiropractic, RMT, and IV therapy
- Follow-up and monitoring to track progress and adjust protocol
Naturopathic vs. conventional medicine. Naturopathic doctors complement, not replace, your GP. They spend more time on in-depth assessment, focus on prevention and lifestyle, and often address chronic issues that fall through the gaps of conventional care.
Can order lab tests. In BC, licensed NDs can order a wide range of lab tests. This means Dr. Ali can assess your thyroid, iron, vitamin D, hormones, and more, giving you data-driven, personalized care.
IV therapy oversight. Dr. Ali provides medical consultation for Mountain Ridge Wellness's IV therapy program, including co-signing iron infusion protocols and reviewing complex cases with RN Amber MacLean.
What Dr. Ali Treats
Naturopathic medicine is broad by design. The following represent common areas of focus. If your concern is not listed, book a consultation and discuss it directly.
Hormone & Thyroid Health
Assessment and support for thyroid conditions, estrogen/progesterone imbalance, adrenal fatigue, and perimenopause. Lab work ordered as needed.
Digestive Health & Gut Function
IBS, bloating, food sensitivities, leaky gut, SIBO, and inflammatory bowel conditions. Diet, supplementation, and targeted protocols.
Chronic Fatigue & Energy
Iron deficiency, vitamin D, B12, and thyroid screening. Identifying and correcting deficiencies that cause persistent fatigue not explained by sleep alone.
Immune Support & Inflammation
Recurrent infections, autoimmune conditions, and systemic inflammation. Nutritional, botanical, and lifestyle strategies to regulate immune function.
Mental Wellness & Stress
Anxiety, burnout, sleep disruption, and mood imbalance through nutritional psychiatry, adaptogens, and lifestyle medicine. Works alongside our counselling team.
Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health
Cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, and weight management. Evidence-based lifestyle and nutritional approaches to reduce cardiovascular risk.
Women's Health
Menstrual irregularities, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility support, and prenatal nutrition. Coordinates care with our acupuncturist for hormonal conditions.
Iron Deficiency & Anemia
Assessment, lab ordering, and treatment planning for iron deficiency. For patients requiring IV iron, Dr. Ali provides the medical referral and oversight for iron infusions performed by RN Amber MacLean.
Preventive Health & Optimization
Annual health assessments, nutrient panel review, and personalized preventive plans for patients who want to optimize wellness before problems arise.
What to Expect at Your Naturopathic Consultation
A naturopathic consultation is a conversation, detailed, unhurried, and focused on understanding your full picture.
Comprehensive Intake
Dr. Ali reviews your full health history, current symptoms, medications, diet, and lifestyle. This takes 60 minutes for an initial visit, much longer than a standard GP appointment, to ensure nothing important is missed.
Assessment & Lab Review
Based on your intake, Dr. Ali may order bloodwork or review existing lab results. This gives a clear, objective picture of nutritional status, hormonal balance, and systemic markers before designing your plan.
Your Individualized Plan
You receive a clear, written treatment plan with specific recommendations, dietary, supplemental, botanical, or lifestyle, and a follow-up schedule. Many patients see meaningful improvement within four to eight weeks.
Common Questions About Naturopathic Medicine in Maple Ridge
Ready to Address the Root Cause?
Book an initial consultation with Dr. Mohamad Ali, ND at Mountain Ridge Wellness in Maple Ridge. Online booking is available, or call us at 604-467-6545.
Integrated Care for the Whole Person
Naturopathic medicine works best alongside complementary care. Our multidisciplinary team can support your health goals from multiple angles.
Chiropractic Care
Evidence-based spinal care for all ages
Acupuncture & TMJ Therapy
Pain relief, women's health, and ICBC
Registered Massage Therapy
ICBC direct billing available
IV Therapy
Hydration, vitamin, and iron infusions
Naturopathic Medicine
Root-cause, whole-person care
Mental Wellness & Counselling
Adults, youth, couples, and first responders
Red Light Therapy
Photobiomodulation for recovery and wellness
Infrared Sauna
Full-spectrum infrared for detox and relaxation
Shockwave Therapy
Non-invasive treatment for chronic tendinopathies