Montreal West

Languages: English

André Lalonde is an integrative health practitioner with more than 35 years of clinical experience, 15 years of University and professional education spanning nursing, naturopathic medicine, sport sciences, kinesiology, rehabilitation, manual therapy and clinical massage therapy. His clinical background includes emergency and intensive care nursing, renal care and dialysis, exercise rehabilitation and functional assessment. His practice integrates evidence-informed naturopathic care, nutrition, lifestyle strategies, physical assessment and manual therapy, with particular interests in men’s health, healthy aging, metabolic health, musculoskeletal conditions and physical performance

Graduated: (qualifying)

Why I chose naturopathic medicine

For me, naturopathic medicine is not a replacement for conventional medicine. Rather, it provides an opportunity to integrate evidence-informed naturopathic care with my background in conventional healthcare, clinical assessment, nutrition, exercise rehabilitation and manual therapy.

My approach to patient care

My approach is individualized, comprehensive and evidence-informed. I begin by listening carefully to the patient's concerns, reviewing their medical and health history and identifying the factors that may be contributing to their presentation. My nursing background has taught me the importance of clinical reasoning, recognizing red flags, understanding pathology and knowing when conventional medical investigation, collaboration or referral is appropriate. Depending on the patient's presentation, my assessment may include nutritional, lifestyle, physical and functional evaluation. Treatment may incorporate naturopathic approaches, nutritional strategies, exercise and rehabilitation recommendations, manual therapy, therapeutic massage, mobility work and other appropriate interventions.

What I wish people knew

I believe naturopathic medicine is most effective when it works appropriately alongside conventional healthcare rather than positioning itself against it. The objective should always be appropriate, evidence-informed care that prioritizes the patient's safety, health, function and long-term well-being.