Botanical Medicine in Bellevue, WA
Access botanical medicine through convenient telehealth appointments from the comfort of your home in Bellevue.
What is Botanical Medicine?
Plants have been used as medicine for thousands of years. Dr. Sanika prescribes herbal formulas tailored to your specific needs, drawing from both Western herbalism and Ayurvedic traditions.
What to Expect
Dr. Sanika draws from both Western herbalism and Ayurvedic traditions to prescribe botanical formulas specifically tailored to your needs. She considers your constitution, symptoms, and health goals when selecting herbs.
Botanical medicines can support your body in gentle yet powerful ways. Whether you are dealing with acute symptoms or chronic conditions, herbal formulas work synergistically with your natural processes.
You will receive clear instructions on how to use prescribed herbs, including dosing, timing, and what to expect. Dr. Sanika sources high-quality, professional-grade botanical preparations to ensure safety and efficacy.
Conditions Treated with Botanical Medicine
Dr. Sanika uses botanical medicine to address a wide range of health concerns:
Serving Bellevue Residents
Telehealth Appointments
While our physical office is located in Kirkland, Dr. Sanika is pleased to offer telehealth appointments to residents throughout Bellevue and the greater Seattle area. Telehealth provides the same high-quality naturopathic care from the comfort and convenience of your home.
Telehealth appointments are available on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Many Bellevue residents find telehealth appointments ideal for follow-up visits, lifestyle counseling, and discussing lab results.
About Bellevue: Bellevue is the largest city on the Eastside with a highly diverse population: 38% Asian, 49% White, 7% Hispanic/Latino, and 6% other ethnicities. The median age is 38, and the city has one of the highest median household incomes in Washington at $135,000. The population is predominantly college-educated (68% with bachelor's degrees or higher), with many working in tech, healthcare, and business sectors. There's a strong emphasis on wellness, fitness, and preventive healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Sanika see patients in person in Bellevue?
Dr. Sanika's in-person office is located in nearby Kirkland at 12911 120th Ave NE, Suite J-3 (about 10 minutes from downtown Bellevue). However, many Bellevue patients prefer the convenience of telehealth appointments, which are available on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Telehealth allows you to receive comprehensive naturopathic care from the comfort of your home or office.
How does telehealth work for naturopathic medicine?
Telehealth appointments are conducted via secure video conferencing and are just as comprehensive as in-person visits. Dr. Sanika can review your health history, discuss symptoms, interpret lab results, create personalized treatment plans, and prescribe supplements or botanical medicines. Lab orders can be sent to convenient locations throughout Bellevue, including Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp at Overlake Medical Center.
Can I get lab work done in Bellevue?
Yes! Dr. Sanika works with multiple lab companies with convenient Bellevue locations. Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp both have facilities near Overlake Medical Center. Lab orders are sent electronically, and you can choose the location most convenient for you. Results are reviewed during your follow-up appointment, which can be done via telehealth.
Are botanical medicines safe?
When prescribed by a trained naturopathic doctor, botanical medicines are generally very safe. Dr. Sanika carefully considers potential herb-drug interactions, contraindications, and individual sensitivities. She uses professional-grade preparations that are tested for purity and potency.
How quickly will I see results from herbal medicine?
The timeline varies depending on your condition and the herbs used. Some herbs provide rapid relief for acute symptoms, while others work more gradually to address underlying imbalances. Dr. Sanika will set realistic expectations based on your specific situation.
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Dr. Sanika Kshirsagar, ND
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine (ND)
Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA
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