Botanical Medicine in Sammamish, WA
Access botanical medicine through convenient telehealth appointments from the comfort of your home in Sammamish.
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 Sammamish Residents
Telehealth Appointments
While our physical office is located in Kirkland, Dr. Sanika is pleased to offer telehealth appointments to residents throughout Sammamish 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 Sammamish residents find telehealth appointments ideal for follow-up visits, lifestyle counseling, and discussing lab results.
About Sammamish: Sammamish is an affluent suburban city known for excellent schools and family-friendly environment. The median age is 40, with one of the highest median household incomes in Washington at $180,000. The population is 43% Asian, 47% White, 5% Hispanic/Latino, and 5% other ethnicities. Approximately 73% have bachelor's degrees or higher. The community has a strong emphasis on children's education, sports, and holistic family wellness. There's high demand for preventive healthcare and integrative approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Sanika provide telehealth services for Sammamish residents?
Yes! Dr. Sanika offers comprehensive telehealth appointments for all Sammamish residents on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Telehealth is especially popular among Sammamish families who value convenience and flexibility. Many parents appreciate being able to schedule appointments that fit around their children's activities and busy family schedules without driving to Kirkland.
How far is the drive to Dr. Sanika's Kirkland office from Sammamish?
Dr. Sanika's in-person office in Kirkland (12911 120th Ave NE, Suite J-3) is approximately 20-25 minutes from Sammamish via I-90 and I-405. In-person appointments are available on Tuesdays (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM) and Wednesdays (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM). Many Sammamish patients schedule in-person initial consultations and follow up via telehealth for ongoing care.
Where can Sammamish residents get lab work done?
Quest Diagnostics has a convenient Sammamish location at 606 228th Ave SE, Suite 200, right in the Sammamish Highlands area. LabCorp is about 15 minutes away in Bellevue. Dr. Sanika sends lab orders electronically to whichever location you prefer. For families needing pediatric lab work, she can also arrange for pediatric-friendly lab services with trained pediatric phlebotomists.
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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