About Dr. Polinsky

Dr. Lisa Polinsky grew up in Victoria, attended the University of Victoria, and obtained her naturopathic medical degree from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon ‘99. She completed a postgraduate Naturopathic Medical Residency and practiced for three years in Oregon before returning to Canada in 2002. 

Dr. Polinsky treats: women’s health issues (menopause, peri-menopause, PMS, infertility, and perinatal care, PP depression); hormone imbalances (adrenal and thyroid issues); mental health (mild to moderate depression, insomnia, mood disorders, anxiety, stress); digestive imbalances (IBS, Crohn’s, leaky gut/malabsorption, anemia, food sensitivities); and autoimmune conditions (RA, thyroiditis, MS, fibromyalgia). She sees her role as coach and guide in helping others achieve a higher state of health. 

Dr. Polinsky has attended trainings with Dr. William Walsh of the Walsh Research Institute (and author of Nutrient Power). She is one of only a few doctors in Canada offering this approach. The Walsh Approach teaches that nutrient imbalances may be an underlying cause influencing ADD/ADHD and other mental health issues. Dr. Polinsky has access to the same specialized lab testing and nutrient protocols that Dr. Walsh has fine-tuned over his impressive career. Testing for Whole Blood Histamine, Kryptopyrrole, Plasma Zinc and Serum Copper levels is available through DHA labs. 

Dr. Polinsky embraces Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Biotherapeutic Drainage (a European-based treatment), Clinical Nutrition, EAV assessments and Sound healing therapy in her practice. She believes that health is achieved through a balance of the physical state combined with emotional and spiritual health.

Dr. Lisa Polinsky balances her career with yoga, meditation and hiking with family amidst the beauty of Vancouver Island parks and beaches. Having practiced now for over 20 years she maintains a true passion for naturopathic medicine, energy medicine and assisting patients to identify and address potential blocks to living an enlivened, joyful life.