A Balanced Life Health Care — Addiction treatment center in Portland, OR
Address2005 SE Hawthorne Blvd OR, Portland, OR 97214
Phone+1503-236-4580
Websiteabalancedlifehealthcare.com
A Balanced Life Health Care is a naturopathic clinic in Portland, Oregon, offering primary care, women's health, and natural medicine services. The practice emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating conventional medical care with natural therapies like acupuncture and Chinese herbal formulas. Their mission is to provide professional medical services in a friendly, relaxed setting that supports patient healing. The clinic aims to help patients find balance in their health care and lives, serving as a starting point for their healing journey. They are currently accepting new patients.
Best for
- Patients seeking integrated care
- Individuals interested in natural medicine
- Women's health concerns
- New patients
| Key services | Primary care, Women's health, Naturopathic medicine, Acupuncture, Chinese herbal formulas, Cervical cancer screening |
| Tags | naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, primary care, women's health, holistic health, portland oregon, chinese herbal medicine, chronic pain |
Reviews on Google4.4 · 50 reviews
The practice as a whole is very welcoming and inclusive. Everyone I have met, from the owner to each staff member at reception has been incredibly friendly and professional. This review is specific to my doctor, Dr. Kelly. It had been years since I had a primary doctor and I had a lot to address. She made it a breeze to establish what I was looking for in medical care. I appreacite her approach to tackling my medical concerns with options and information, I feel like I have all the agency in decisions and treatment. The options for tele health or in person appointments is very convenient. Anyone looking for a new primary or has any hesitations, I would highly recommend Dr. Kelly and a Balanced life Center.
Dr. Vickers is amazing. She listens, researches options, and actually spends time with you. She's incredibly caring and is very comforting. She also draws blood better than anyone I have ever been to. I have had a pleasant experience with all the staff here and would highly recommend A Balanced Life to anyone!
I love this practice. My PCP is Dr. Vickers and she always has a very empathetic, approachable and kind vibe. She is also always willing to dig to the route cause of whatever ailment you need help with! Most recently, I needed an IUD removed and replaced last minute. Dr. Kahn was available to assist very short notice. This was the most positive IUD placement I have had! She provided me with a heating pack and essential oils to try to make the entire experience more pleasant and less painful. She was willing to do whatever she could to make my experience more positive and I truly appreciated her gentle approach!
I am incredibly grateful for the care I've received from Dr. Vickers and her team. From the moment I contacted the office, I’ve been impressed with how quickly the office managers respond both via phone call and email. They are always kind and professional. The online portal is simple and easy to navigate, making scheduling a breeze. Dr. Vickers is everything I could hope for in a doctor: compassionate, honest, and genuinely dedicated to her patient's well-being. She always makes me feel comfortable sharing my concerns, showing a deep understanding and interest in my health. Her relatable and empathetic approach has made all the difference in my care. I truly feel safe and heard during every visit, and I appreciate how she always takes the time to thoroughly explain everything and address any questions or concerns I have. I’m so thankful for the excellent care and attention I’ve received and wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Vickers to anyone seeking a doctor who genuinely cares about their patients.
I'm so happy to have found this place! I was a patient for years at a larger, conventional clinic. I'd found that my doctor there was a nice person, but fairly unavailable and tended to downplay my chronic issues and I felt like I had to push hard for any treatments or recommendations. But after my first visit with Dr. Vickers at A Balanced Life Healthcare, I felt sure that I'd made the right choice in finding a new provider. She really listens to me and is enthusiastic about getting relief for my physical and mental health concerns. I finally feel like I have a doctor who advocates for me. It's easy to see that Dr. Vickers is very intelligent and has respect for her patients. I've also been enjoying my acupuncture sessions with Dr. Kahn. She is very kind and thoughtful; making sure I am comfortable at all times and that all my questions are answered. These two women, and their helpful desk staff, have certainly improved my life in the 3 months I've known them and I hope to be a patient of theirs for a long while.
Julie is an amazing acupuncturist! I've received great care while working with her with my chronic pain over the last year, and the healing results have been life changing. The front desk folks are also awesome, accommodating, and very caring. Couldn't recommend her and the staff enough!
I'm so grateful A Balanced Life came into my path and even more grateful Dr Julie Khan has been taking care of my needs over the last year. It's a blessing there are state programs to help me receive care I need and it's an extra blessing I have such an open and caring doctor to help me. She listens fully and always makes sure I am comfortable throughout my appointment. Today was my first visit during COVID and they have very safe guidelines they are following to make sure everyone working is safe and to make sure patients get the help they need during this time. I highly recommend Dr. Khan and A Balanced Life
Overall I have had an amazing experience at this clinic!! My first experience was with Dr. McCarthy and she was attentive and nice and direct with her initial questioning to make sure she had all of the info needed to really diagnose me. Later, due to a scheduling conflict, I saw Dr. Khan and she was just as amazing as Dr. McCarthy! Both women took the utmost care to really understand symptoms, current physical state, and history to be sure that you receive the best care. Being into health/wellness I am big on natural medicine, so it's very comforting knowing that at this clinic I will have both perspectives, medical and herbal/medicinal. I am so glad that I found A Balanced Life Health Care!!!
Dr Kahn is the first doctor I felt comfortable enough to go to repeatedly. She's wonderful. She's thoughtful, nice, compassionate, and she listens to you. Like really listens. She gets a picture of your health as a whole, rather than just concentrating on one thing. She's helped me understand my insurance and worked with me because it sucks. You do need to be able to walk up stairs to go here, so I don't recommend this place if you can't. Otherwise, I think everyone should go here.
Dr Kahn is absolutely the best physician I have ever been to. She is willing to listen to my concerns and assist in my often self-directed care. She has provided sound medical advice and care and has been supportive and understanding while being firm and professional when required. I have recommended her to many friends and will continue to do so. Much gratitude Dr Julie Kahn for many years of excellent service! Thanks, Dave
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