ABOUT DR. BELL

Dr. Samantha Bell, Naturopathic Doctor in Winnipeg, Manitoba



Hi! My name is Samantha Bell - I am a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND), caring for patients at The Practice.

As a Naturopathic Doctor, I’m passionate about bridging the gap between conventional and complementary medicine. Growing up, I sought both. With acne that wreaked havoc on my self-esteem, I was desperate to gain control.

I was (and honestly still am) grateful for the help of topical medications that were prescribed to me.

Yet, I simply could not wrap my head around the fact that I couldn’t be more proactive in preventing the acne. At the height of my frustration, I saw an ND and the rest is history. Quite simply, I was educated and equipped to make (albeit, tough) changes that would give me that control over my own skin. I value and respect conventional and complementary medicine, and truly believe that they can go hand-in-hand. As an ND - I understand, value and respect both systems of medicine, and believe that together, we can offer patients comprehensive care.

Prior to pursuing Naturopathic Medicine, I completed a Deaf Studies Certificate at the University of Manitoba & Red River College (joint program).

I went on to complete a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology at the University of Winnipeg and during this time I volunteered as a Birth Control & Pregnancy Counsellor with the Women’s Health Clinic of Winnipeg. As trained volunteers we worked to provide non-judgmental education and discussion around birth control options, pregnancy options (abortion, adoption and parenting), safe sex practices (including discussion around prevention of sexually transmitted infections and HIV), and sexuality within relationships.

After completing my undergraduate degree, I relocated to Toronto, Ontario to pursue my Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.

During my clinical internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, I worked with patients on the Adjunctive Cancer Care shift. In a complementary role to conventional medicine, we worked to support patients who were either actively in cancer treatment or in remission. The Adjunctive Cancer Care shift has now transitioned into the Integrative Cancer Centre, see more information here.

As an intern, I also had the pleasure of providing care to patients at Unison Health & Community Services, located in Lawrence Heights (Toronto, ON).

Additionally, as a child of two deaf adults, I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and I hope to extend my services to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

As a Naturopathic Doctor, I have a particular interest in working with:

  • Hormones (men and women)

  • Reproductive health (men and women, including fertility, prenatal/postnatal care)

  • Stress Management

  • Sleep Concerns

  • Dermatology

I am a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Manitoba Naturopathic Association.

I have additional certifications in the following:

  • Environmental Health: An Integrative Approach (University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine; 2016)

  • Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture (Two Circles Acupuncture; 2017)

  • Naturopathic Approaches in Integrative Oncology (CCNM; 2017)

  • Naturopathic Doula (York Region Naturopathic Doulas; 2018)

Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors - Dr. Samantha Bell, ND, Naturopathic Doctor - Winnipeg, Manitoba (Charleswood, St. Boniface)