Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Aidanne
Dr. Aidanne is accepting new patients for virtual appointments.
My grandfather once told me that 'An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.' I hold this quote close to my heart, and it drives my love for empowering patients through knowledge to meet their health needs at all stages of life.
Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND
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During my childhood, I had very close relationships with my grandparents who lived with COPD, diabetes and heart disease. Sharing time with them weekly allowed me to see first-hand how polypharmacy and chronic disease can impact individuals and their families. Witnessing these health struggles at a young age sparked my interest in medicine and becoming a doctor. It wasn’t until I was in undergraduate school that I became aware of naturopathic medicine and found that the fundamental principles of prevention and whole person care resonated with what I aimed to achieve as a health care provider.
I graduated with highest honors from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2019. During my doctoral training, I completed rotations in primary care, integrative & complementary cancer support at CCNM’s Integrative Cancer Center, and care for those living with HIV in downtown Toronto at the Sherbourne Community Clinic. After joining a thriving private practice in Milwaukee, WI upon graduation, I completed a one-year apprenticeship program to further cultivate my clinical knowledge. I then moved to Minneapolis with my husband in July 2021. Every visit of mine consists of a discussion around diet and lifestyle. I like to educate my patients on how to use food as medicine so that they are empowered to take their health into their own hands. In the event that more support is needed than what can be achieved through the diet and lifestyle alone, my therapeutic modalities of choice include botanical medicines, nutritional supplements and hydrotherapy.
In the Fall of 2022 Dr. Barrett added Dr. Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski to her team. Dr. Aidanne and Dr. Barrett will be working closely on patient cases to ensure that you receive consistent quality care. If you are an exiting patient of Dr. Aidanne's and would like to schedule an appointment with her please utilize your Charm account. |
Specialties
Both Dr. Barrett and Dr. Aidanne excel at treating digestive concerns, thyroid and adrenal disorders, anxiety, depression and hormone imbalance.
Dr. Aidanne also specializes in:
Dr. Aidanne also specializes in:
- Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health
- Women’s Health & Menopause
- Adolescent & Senior Wellness
- Early Stage Breast & Prostate Cancer Support (*This does not serve as a replacement to conventional cancer care. The role of Naturopathic care is to support one’s quality of life during conventional treatment.)
Naturopathic Medicine Services
Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are trained as primary care physicians in natural therapeutics and whose philosophy is derived in part from a Hippocratic teaching more than 2000 years old: Vis medicatrix naturae - "nature is the healer of all diseases".
If you desire more information before scheduling your appointment, you are welcome to schedule a naturopathic discovery call.
Initial Consultation
Once you've made an appointment, you'll be asked to fill out health information prior to the appointment. For the best use of time, please complete your intake paperwork at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled visit. Also, be sure to bring any recent lab work, imaging, or health records to your visit.
Your initial office visit will include up to 90 minutes of one-on-one time with the doctor. During this time, your naturopathic doctor will conduct a comprehensive evaluation that explores:
This allows your doctor to gain complete understanding of your present condition in order to begin addressing the root cause of your symptoms. They will also help you to identify your future health goals. From there, you will work together to create a plan that is customized to your lifestyle, budget, and beliefs toward health, healing and total body wellness.
Your doctor will also assess your risk for heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc., and develop a treatment plant to help prevent these chronic illnesses.
Follow-up Visit
The first follow-up appointment with your doctor is typically held 4-6 weeks after your first office visit and lasts 45-60 minutes. Subsequent follow-up appointments can range from 30-60 minutes, as needed. During these visits, your provider will discuss the results of any new lab work that has been ordered and go over how your current treatment plan is progressing. If necessary, changes may be made to your treatment plan based on your lab results and experience with the plan so far.
Check-in/Questions Phone Session
This 15-minute phone session is designed for established patients who have questions about their treatment plan between appointments. If you have not seen your provider in more than three months please schedule a follow-up visit.
If you desire more information before scheduling your appointment, you are welcome to schedule a naturopathic discovery call.
Initial Consultation
Once you've made an appointment, you'll be asked to fill out health information prior to the appointment. For the best use of time, please complete your intake paperwork at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled visit. Also, be sure to bring any recent lab work, imaging, or health records to your visit.
Your initial office visit will include up to 90 minutes of one-on-one time with the doctor. During this time, your naturopathic doctor will conduct a comprehensive evaluation that explores:
- Current health concerns
- Medical history
- Dietary habits
- Lifestyle
This allows your doctor to gain complete understanding of your present condition in order to begin addressing the root cause of your symptoms. They will also help you to identify your future health goals. From there, you will work together to create a plan that is customized to your lifestyle, budget, and beliefs toward health, healing and total body wellness.
Your doctor will also assess your risk for heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc., and develop a treatment plant to help prevent these chronic illnesses.
Follow-up Visit
The first follow-up appointment with your doctor is typically held 4-6 weeks after your first office visit and lasts 45-60 minutes. Subsequent follow-up appointments can range from 30-60 minutes, as needed. During these visits, your provider will discuss the results of any new lab work that has been ordered and go over how your current treatment plan is progressing. If necessary, changes may be made to your treatment plan based on your lab results and experience with the plan so far.
Check-in/Questions Phone Session
This 15-minute phone session is designed for established patients who have questions about their treatment plan between appointments. If you have not seen your provider in more than three months please schedule a follow-up visit.
Classes
- How to Sleep Soundly
- Healthy Heart
For upcoming classes and registration information, go here.
Licenses + Certifications
- Registered Naturopathic Doctor by The Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Affiliations
- American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) Member
- Minnesota Association of Naturopathic Physicians (MNANP) Member
- Wisconsin Association of Naturopathic Doctors (WNDA) Member
- Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) Associate Member
Education
- Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, Highest Honors, from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario 2019
- Undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Genetics & Certificate in Archaeology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison 2015 - Chick Evans Scholar, Dean’s List
Articles Authored by Dr. Aidanne
- Still Tired? Let's Look At Iron
- Gastritis: Healing the Stomach
- Advanced Cardiac Testing For Early Detection
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