Student & Alumni Profiles

Bastyr 2019 Year in Review

As Bastyr University concludes its 41st year, we reflect on some of the milestones and achievements that have furthered our mission to create a more healthful world for all.

Students and Faculty Present Research at Integrative Health Conference

Bastyr Students and Faculty Present Research Findings at the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine Conference

Alumni Spotlight: Ali Miller, RD, CDE, BS (’09)

Ali Miller, RD, CDE, BS (’09), is a dietitian, writer, blogger and advocate for functional medicine. Hear her path from Bastyr University to her multitude of accomplishments, including “Top 50 Most Influential Women in Houston."

Faculty Feature on Dr. Greg Yasuda

Dr. Greg Yasuda shares his own naturopathic medicine philosophy as well as some advice for those interested in becoming an ND student.

8 Non-Organic Produce Items to Buy

Are you struggling to eat organic because the price tag leaves a big hole in your wallet? Fortunately, some fruits and vegetables contain less pesticide than others. Save your money next time you are out grocery shopping by going conventional on these 8 foods.

Bastyr Alumni Focuses on Oncology Care

Dr. Health Wright shares why she decided to choose naturopathic medicine and how her Bastyr studies laid the groundwork for a career in oncology.

Student Commencement Speakers

Hear from our Class of 2019 Commencement Speakers and their final insights about their time at Bastyr University.

Hard Facts About Nutrition for Men  

Some of the best and simplest ways to stave off male reproductive dysfunction involve everyday diet and lifestyle habits.

Five Fats for Thought

Student Spotlight on Liqaa Essam Naser

Bastyr ND and AOM student shares her path from studying medicine in Iraq to finding naturopathic medicine through her own health journey.

How Acupuncture Made its Way Into One Doctor’s Practice, Then Into Many Patients’ Lives

Bastyr University alumnus Iman Majd, MD, LAc (’05), routinely integrates acupuncture and conventional medicine to ensure maximum patient benefit, making him something of a rarity among MD

Minority Health Month: Midwifery Research to Help Racial and Ethnic Disparities

African American women are four times more likely than white women to die of pregnancy-related complications, and infants born to African American mothers die at twice the rate of infants born to white mothers. Bastyr midwifery research aims to change these disparities.

Bastyr Celebrates Black History Month

We invite the entire Bastyr community to join us on our Kenmore Campus for food, fellowship and growth at any of the following events!

Bastyr University's 2018 Year in Review

A Year of Celebration and Change.

Founders' Award Recipients 2018

Meet our awardees for Founders' Day 2018.

How to Avoid Feeling “Hangry”

How to avoid hanger and keep your stomach (and your mood!) happy!

Bastyrians Celebrated in San Diego at AANP Conference

This year, the AANP (American Association Naturopathic Physicians) recognized six members for their individual contributions to the advancement of naturopathic medicine.  Each of these prestigious awards require a nomination and a majority vote from the AANP Board.  In 2018, Bastyr proudly claims two of the awardees.

Alumna Expands Workers' Comp Coverage for Acupuncture Treatment

"The workers’ comp return-to-work model is slightly different from the conventional pain management and integrative health wellness models...If patients are taught self-care tools, they learn to better manage their condition on their own.”

Clinic Launches Integrative Urgent Care and Adjunct Oncology Services

MD and ND faculty members team together to provide new clinical services at Bastyr University Clinic (BUC) in San Diego.

Alumnus Spotlight: Glenn Soja

Glenn Soja, MS ('06), LAc, EAMP, Dipl OM, began his education on the allopathic premed track.

Breaking Down the Bubbly - Sparkling Water

The “La Croix Craze” has taken the markets by storm and the choices for sparkling water are abundant, but is all water created equally?

PD School Returns for Another Year of Innovation and Integrative Medicine

PD School takes an integrative approach to Parkinson’s Disease, emphasizing natural sciences such as nutrition and lifestyle as well as drawing from experts in neurology, physical therapy and psychotherapy.

Retirement Party for Suzy Myers

RSVP for a retirement party honoring Suzy Myers!

After 25 Years, Simkin Director Retires from Role

Simkin Center Director, Annie Kennedy, leaves position for other opportunities in the maternal-infant health field.

Nutrition Alumna Becomes Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

CNN, Food Network and The Seattle Times have been busy quoting one of Bastyr's own on all things nutrition.  

Bastyr Hosts National Eating Disorder Awareness Week Events

Master of Science in Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology students are teaming together for NEDA Week to bring educational, enlightening, and empowering messages on campus.

MPH Students and Alumni Continue Advocacy at State Capital

Master of Public Health students joined health professionals from all over Washington state for Legislative Education Day in Olympia, Wash.

Bastyr Alumnus Pioneers Integrative Treatment for Opioid Addiction

With this unique integrative approach, every patient seen at BlueDoor Therapeutics has enjoyed a minimum of 80% reduction in their opioid burden.

Humanized Birth Pioneers: 30 Years of Simkin

The Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations at Bastyr University begins the celebration of its 30th birthday in 2018!

Ancient Medicine for a Current Crisis

The current U.S. opioid epidemic only reiterates and magnifies the importance of integrative care. This is where Bastyr's DAOM program steps in.