Fertility Toronto Acupuncture Clinic Team

Dr Kaleb Montgomery
Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Kaleb Montgomery Fertility Acupuncture

Dr. Montgomery is one of the few Doctor's of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture in North America that is devoted compeletly to treating Infertility and pregnancy. Dr. Kaleb Montgomery has extensive specific additional training in treating women’s fertility and men’s fertility and has been practising in fertility and pregnancy specifically since 2005. His unique specific training and experience means you will receive exceptional service and care directly related to your fertility and pregnancy experience. Dr. Kaleb Montgomery uses acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, nutrition and lifestyle counselling to help couples have healthy pregnancies and babies. We help patients get pregnant, stay pregnant by preventing miscarriage and have good labours. We also work closely with patients who are going through ART (Assisted Reproductive Therapy) like IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) or IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) to help increase their chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy baby. Dr. Montgomery takes a particular joy in helping women with PCOS not only have regular periods but to get pregnant and give birth to healthy babies. He teaches Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at the Institute of Traditional Medicine and at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. In a unique and great combination of East and West, Dr. Montgomery also practises with Dr. Del Valle at ReproMed - The Toronto Institute for Reproductive Medicine.

Dr. Angela Warburton
Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor and Craniosacral Therapist Angela Warburton believes that all symptoms are relevant and it is by listening to the body and working with the individual to bring the systems back to balance that healing occurs. Angela’s studies have included extensive TCM training in Vancouver as well as postgraduate studies in Mainland China, completing 500 hours in Gynecology and Internal Medicine. Angela also holds a B.A. in Psychology and Sociology and studied Western Nutrition and Dietetics at McGill University before embarking on her TCM studies. Angela continues to develop her skills through post-graduate courses in reproduction and pregnancy and other complementary care. Angela is also an instructor at the Institute of Traditional Medicine in Toronto and is a guest lecturer and workshop facilitator and presenter. She spent the past 10 years specializing in integrative cancer care, as well as fertility, birth support and post-partum care. Please go to www.angelawarburton.com for more info.

Andrea denElzen RMT

After spending 13 years in the jewellery field both designing and producing, Andrea decided to return to school to fill a desire to learn about the amazing vessel we all carry – our bodies. She felt a strong desire to learn some vital tools to help relax, reduce discomfort and bring flow and energy back into her own and others bodies and lives.

Andrea completed the 2200 hr Massage Therapy Program at Sutherland-Chan. This program provided extensive training for patients with breast cancer, scar tissue, high risk pregnancy, multiple sclerosis clients, seniors, as well as various treatments for issues such as bursitis, tendonitis, trigger point therapy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and joint play. Andrea has the ability to tailor her patient treatment plans for both short term and long term goals and has experience in both in clinical and hospital settings.

After being involved in pregnancy and high risk pregnancy clinics, and observing these women, as well as friends and family travel through such an amazing mind, body and life journeys, Andrea can see that there is a great need for additional support . Andrea is now a Doula-Labour Support Provider and a HypnoBirth® practitioner. Both of which, give women and their partners the support and tools to use through this part of life's journey.

In the summer of 2010 Andrea was introduced to Reiki. She immediately started the training and has since then completed both Reiki levels I and II. And is very excited to continue with these practices.

Andrea denElzen RMT is Registered Massage Therapist with the College of Massage Therapist of Ontario, and a professional member of Registered Massage Therapy Association of Ontario (RMTAO)

Jennifer Bowers

Jen Bowers is an Advanced Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with over 5000 hours of clinical training. She specializes in reproductive health and fertility for both men and women. Jen has a B.Sc. in Biology from Dalhousie University and believes that Chinese Medicine and western medicine work well together to create healthy pregnancies that result in healthy babies. Jen has worked for the past fifteen years as a sexual health educator, at Planned Parenthood, and as an advocate for women’s health. She is also a clinical supervisor at the Institute of Traditional Medicine.

Kenza Bakir
BSc., HD, D.H.M.H.S, D.Ac, R. Ac
Homeopath & Registered Acupuncturist

Kenza Bakir is a homeopath and a registered acupuncturist. After completing her Bachelor of Science for York University, she worked in the pharmaceutical industry for more than 5 years as a project leader in regulatory affairs department. Although she was working in this field, she always had a dream of becoming a doctor and helping others. In 2006, she decided to pursue her dream and attended the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine (OCHM) where she graduated with a diploma in Homeopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. During her studies at OCHM, she also enrolled at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese medicine (TSTCM) to pursue a diploma in acupuncture and traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which includes: Acupuncture, Tuina Massage, TCM & Herbology. Kenza Bakir also attended several seminars for homeopathy and acupuncture and cosmetic acupuncture

In her clinical experience, she treated patients of all ages with a wide range of health concerns such as eczema, IBS, arthritis, diabetes, depression, anxiety, ADHD, smoking cessation, cancer, dysmenorrhea, stress injuries, pain management and other chronic diseases. However, she has a special interest in Women's conditions, such as PMS, infertility and other gynecological disorders. A combination of homeopathy and traditional Chinese medicine is used to treat mental, emotional and physical ailments through a tailored treatment approach for each individual.

Kenza Bakir has passion and interest in the power of holistic and natural approaches to health and healing. "my goal is to educate, inspire and empower the individual to take their health into their own hands, in order to live a balanced healthy life."

10 Ways that Traditional Chinese Medicine can help Fertility

  • Reduces stress & promotes relaxation
  • Regulates hormones – better quality eggs
  • Improves ovarian function – more follicles, better egg production
  • Improves ovarian blood flow, increasing ovarian response
  • Strengthens the immune system
  • ncreases blood flow to the uterus, improving the endometrial lining
  • Improves sperm count, motility, morphology
  • Lessens side effects from hormonal treatment
  • Decreases uterine contractility at implantation
  • Decreases the chance of miscarriage

 

Dr Randine Lewis, MD, Licensed Acupuncturist, PhD, and author of 'The Infertility Cure'

Testimonials From Fertility Patients

Dr, Montgomery has been a powerful influence on my life...

After complications following the birth of my first child I was diagnosed with Asherman's Syndrome - a disease which causes adhesions in the uterine lining. Traditional doctors told me that it would be unlikely that I would have a second child. Naturally, I was extremely grateful to already have one healthy baby bit I longed for a second and wanted, at minimum, to have the ability and choice to provide my daughter with a sibiling.

After being diagnosed with Asherman's, I had two surgeries in an attempt to eradicate the scarring which was causing the walls of mu uteros to ostensibly be stuck together, preventing pregnancy. I worked with Kaleb throughout this time over the course of a year. During the routine pre-op blood work ordered by my western doctor on my way to a third surgery, I learned that I would not need to have the surgery after all as I was pregnant!

I firmly believe that the work Kaleb and I did together _ a combination of acupuncture, re-establishing a framework of openness, acceptance and calm in my life through meditative exercises, journaling, simple yoga stretches and having fun (yes, he gave me homework to have fun and laugh!!!) fuelled my full recovery. My sessions with Kaleb left me feeling listened to, emotionally bouyed and unburdened and no doubt helped me to get -and stay- pregnant.

On May 8th 2007 I gave birth to a secnd healthy baby girl. I thank Kaleb from the bottom of my heart for helping me and my family fulfill a dream and overcome what others said wasn't possible.

Ilona & Arthur

Prior to starting fertility treatments with Dr. Kaleb we had tried all types of conventional medical treatments as well as naturopathic remedies and much much more, it's been a challenging several years with no results. Two months after moving from Australia to Canada for work we found Dr. Kaleb, who not only performed acupuncture treatments and gave me herbs to take, he insisted on listening, which is very rare and also incredibly helpful for couples that are having trouble conceiving. To our joy, several months into my treatment we conceived a child that is due to enter the world on 14th January - this little miracle is very much owed to your dedication, care and expert knowledge in fertility. Thank you just doesn't seem enough of the joy that you've helped us bring (very soon) into our world.

Forever indebted - Ilona & Arthur

From Miguel

It's incredible how much difference one treatment can make. I tend to get
impatient with treatments that take a while to produce any results, although
I acknowledge that they do make a difference. I was delighted that even
after 1 session with you, I saw a major difference in my condition.

Also, I really appreciate how receptive you are to my concerns. I've had my
share of doctors, Eastern and Western, that are ready to tell you, "my way
or the highway!" Rarely have I encountered someone who is willing to work
with the patient in finding not only the most effective treatment, but one
that incorporates the patients fears, states of mind and beliefs. It truly
feels more like a partnership than a doctor-client relationship.

Miguel

Trying to Conceive for 3 years

My husband and I had been trying to conceive for three years. After much frustration we decided to go the IVF route in conjunction with acupuncture treatment. Dr. Kaleb was recommended to me and I could not thank that person enough. We had tremendous success with this treatment. The IVF went smoothly with no sickness or complications, we were able to transfer more eggs than normal, our egg quality was superb and I am happy to report that I am 4 months pregnant! I continued with my acupuncture treatment for the first three months of my pregnancy and again I had no sickness or complications. I would highly recommend acupuncture to anyone anticipating child birth, undergoing fertility treatments or for general health. I truly believe it was a big reason for our success.

Amanda

 

 

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