Clinical Nutrition in Sammamish, WA
Access clinical nutrition through convenient telehealth appointments from the comfort of your home in Sammamish.
What is Clinical Nutrition?
Food is medicine. Dr. Sanika uses evidence-based nutrition therapy to address the root causes of health issues. This includes personalized dietary recommendations, therapeutic diets, and nutritional supplementation when needed.
What to Expect
During your clinical nutrition consultation, Dr. Sanika will conduct a thorough assessment of your dietary habits, health history, and current symptoms. She will use evidence-based approaches to create a personalized nutrition plan tailored to your unique needs.
You will receive practical, sustainable dietary recommendations that address the root causes of your health concerns. This may include therapeutic diets, meal planning guidance, and strategies for implementing lasting change.
Follow-up appointments allow us to monitor your progress, adjust recommendations as needed, and ensure you are feeling supported throughout your healing journey.
Conditions Treated with Clinical Nutrition
Dr. Sanika uses clinical nutrition 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.
How is naturopathic nutrition different from seeing a nutritionist?
As a licensed naturopathic doctor, Dr. Sanika can order comprehensive lab testing, diagnose conditions, and integrate nutrition therapy with other naturopathic modalities like botanical medicine and supplementation. This holistic approach addresses not just what you eat, but how your body processes and utilizes nutrients.
Will I have to follow a restrictive diet?
Dr. Sanika believes in sustainable, individualized nutrition approaches. While some therapeutic diets may be temporarily restrictive, the goal is always to expand your food options while supporting your health. You will receive practical guidance that fits your lifestyle and preferences.
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Dr. Sanika Kshirsagar, ND
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine (ND)
Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA
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