Real Integrative Medicine with Dr. Jordan Robertson ND

Which Type of Patient Are You?

In this week’s episode, Dr. Jordan Robertson explores the three types of patients: Health Hobbyists, the General Population, and those Backed Into a Corner, and what each group can teach us about how we approach our health. Whether you find yourself just “getting by,” experimenting endlessly, or facing a health wake-up call, there are lessons (and warnings) in every category. Jordan unpacks the pros and cons of each approach and how borrowing from other camps can help you thrive instead of settling for mediocrity.

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Dr. Jordan Robertson is a leader in naturopathic and integrative medicine. She is dedicated to evidence-based healthcare and founded The Confident Clinician, which empowers practitioners with up-to-date research and practical tools. With over 15 years in clinical practice and experience teaching at McMaster University’s Health Sciences program, she bridges the gap between research and real-world application.

In this week’s episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson explores the often-overlooked role of reflection and attribution in creating real, lasting change in your health journey.

Whether you’re a clinician guiding patients or someone working on your own health goals, reflection helps you notice progress, connect behaviours to outcomes, and take ownership without falling into the traps of self-blame or frustration. Jordan shares practical strategies to shift from “this happened to me” toward “here’s how I move forward,” drawing on lessons from patient care, athletics, and her own training.

If you’ve ever struggled to stay motivated when results felt far away, this episode will show you how reflection and attribution can build momentum, resilience, and long-term success in both health and life.

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Dr. Jordan Robertson is a leader in naturopathic and integrative medicine. She is dedicated to evidence-based healthcare and founded The Confident Clinician, which empowers practitioners with up-to-date research and practical tools. With over 15 years in clinical practice and experience teaching at McMaster University’s Health Sciences program, she bridges the gap between research and real-world application.

In this episode of The Real Integrative Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Robertson sits down with Dr. Kirstie Griffiths to unpack the complicated and often misunderstood relationship between diagnostic imaging and pain. From MRIs and X-rays to CT scans and ultrasounds, we dive into why imaging is not always the “golden ticket” to understanding your pain, and how over-reliance on these tools can sometimes slow recovery. With personal stories, clinical insights, and a healthy dose of myth-busting, this conversation will challenge the way you think about your results. 

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Dr. Griffiths is a Canadian chiropractor, yoga teacher, and best-selling author practicing in Guelph, Ontario. Her passion is in helping people overcome back pain using a mind-body approach that integrates chiropractic and yoga. Dr. Griffiths is the author of "Back to Wellness: A mind-body approach to managing your back pain" and the founder of “Yoga for Back Pain,” a 12-week online program that combines education, movement, and meditation, specifically designed for individuals with back pain. Dr. Griffiths has also created an online membership called "Mind-Body Daily" which provides access to quick, simple and effective techniques to soothe the nervous system and enhance well-being on your own schedule and from the comfort of home.

In this week’s episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Keara Taylor delve into the complexities of PMS and PMDD, exploring the emotional and physical symptoms often associated with these conditions. They discuss the importance of understanding hormonal fluctuations, the role of lifestyle changes, and the various treatment options available, including both medical and natural approaches. Dr. Taylor shares insights on the latest research and the importance of personalized treatment plans for women experiencing PMS.

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Dr. Keara Taylor is a Naturopathic Doctor with a clinical focus in women's hormonal health, supporting patients with PMS, PCOS, period problems, perimenopause, and menopause. As a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (formerly NAMS), she is dedicated to providing comprehensive, evidence-based care to guide women through their hormonal transitions with confidence and ease.

A lifelong learner with a deep curiosity for health and wellness, Dr. Keara’s path to patient care wasn’t straightforward—she spent six years as a Chartered Accountant before discovering her true passion. Now, she’s on a mission to cut through the noise of online misinformation and provide her patients with clear, evidence-based solutions.

Dr. Keara holds a Doctor of Naturopathy from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and an Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences from Western University.

Outside of practice, Dr. Keara can be found buried in a book or outdoors with her family, skiing, playing tennis, or swimming in the lake.

In this episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Dolores Fernandez discuss the often-taboo topics of sexual wellness, vaginal health, and the importance of addressing issues like vaginal dryness and libido. Dr. Fernandez shares her journey in creating IRIS, a personal care company focused on developing high-quality lubricants and moisturizers. They explore the differences between desire and arousal, the impact of pain on sexual experiences, and the challenges women face in achieving orgasm. The conversation emphasizes the need for better education and open discussions around sexual health, as well as the importance of using safe and effective products.

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Dr. Dolores Fernandez is a Naturopathic Doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and the founder of IRIS—a science-backed self-care brand dedicated to creating clean products that support vulvovaginal health and ending the stigma around vulvovaginal care. She's here to remind us that vulvar skin deserves just as much attention as any other part of our body because, honestly, 'skin is skin.' Dolores brings warmth, scientific research, and a lot of passion to her work both in the clinic with her patients and when working with IRIS, always striving to make these important conversations more open and accessible.