Dr. Kelly Wallace N.D. (Naturopathic Doctor) (She/Her)
Dr. Kelly Wallace, N.D., grew up in North Bay, graduated from Chippewa Secondary School and then completed an Honour’s Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Kinetics at the University of Guelph. She went on to complete a four year N.D. diploma at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, where she graduated with the Governor’s Medal of Excellence in Clinical and Academic Studies in 2004. She returned to North Bay in the fall of 2004 and has practiced in North Bay since that time. She also maintained a satellite clinic in Sturgeon Falls from 2005-2019.
In addition to her basic Naturopathic training, Kelly has completed the requirements for prescribing in Ontario and has extra training in menopausal hormone therapy, endometriosis, women’s and men’s health. She has also done training in pelvic floor physiotherapy for prolapse & incontinence. She has a keen interest in women’s health and menopausal hormone therapy (sometimes referred to as bio-identical hormones), as well as digestive disorders, thyroid conditions, healthy aging and autoimmune conditions. Kelly is a strong advocate of lifelong learning and evidence-based practice and is a member of a clinician’s group dedicated to promoting evidence-based health care continuing education for naturopathic doctors.
Outside of the clinic, Kelly is a frequent volunteer in the community, with present or past involvement in various groups such as the North Bay Regional Health Centre’s Pet Therapy Program, the North Bay Nordic Ski Club, the Canadian Ski Marathon, Tour de Trout, the North Bay Triathlon, the North Bay Santa Fund, the North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce and Packsac Smiles. Kelly believes strongly in the health benefits of physical activity and being outdoors and you are likely to see her around the community involved in various activities such as cycling, nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, running, paddling or swimming, often in the company of her labrador, Hazel.
Brunhilde Verstreken (Patient Care Coordinator) (She/Her)
After earning her B.Sc. in Nutritional Science, Brunhilde started working as a Dietitian in her native Belgium. Together with her husband and 2 children, she started to travel around the world, spending 9 years in Sweden and 5 years in Canada. During her journey, she developed a passion for helping others to live a healthy and active lifestyle using the power of nutrition.
Now, living in North Bay, she enjoys walking, spending time with family and friends, baking and exploring food alternatives for people with allergies. She’s excited to be a part the WIHC team!
Kaley MacIntyre, R.V.T. (Patient Care Coordinator) (She/Her)
Kaley MacIntyre is a Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for an active and healthy lifestyle and trying and learning new things! She is a proud Mom of a wonderful teenager and also pet parent to 3 dogs, a cat, a horse and even some reptiles!
In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors in nature, being with her animals and spending quality time with family and friends. She is very excited to be a part of the team!
Linda Giesler, R.N. (Patient Care Coordinator) (She/Her)
Linda Giesler is a Registered Nurse, who loves helping people. She has previously worked at the North Bay Regional Health Centre and the Canadore College School of Nursing. She is a wife and mother of two wonderful girls. She enjoys walks in nature, birds, cats and spending time with family and friends.