Thomas S. Lee, NMD, APH

Dr. Thomas S. Lee is an innovative naturopathic physician. After fortuitous meetings with remarkable physicians and healers amidst his own health challenges, he found naturopathic medicine to combine the best of the old and modern medical knowledge. It merges ancient natural medicines and folk techniques with modern scientific technologies.

The elder physicians and early patients Dr. Lee met inspired his passion for the possibilities of transformational medicine. He has gone on to be a featured medical commentator in Arizona television and radio programming, receiving the Physician of the Year Award from the Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association in the mid 1990’s.

Dr. Lee was a president and officer the Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association through the 1990’s. Since 1986 he has been licensed in Washington, Arizona or Nevada. His award-winning website, naturodoc.com, has provided natural health products and information since 1999. The Advanced Practitioner of Homeopathy (APH) certificate was awarded to him by the Nevada State Board of Homeopathic Medical Examiners in 2006

In recent years Dr. Lee has come to specialize in the degenerative diseases affecting so many adults today. Using a fusion of natural medicines and therapies, and helping to manage pharmaceutical use, he steps in as either a primary physician or consulting team member.

Dr. Lee has developed a deep respect for diverse medical systems and philosophies of providers throughout the world. Extensive world travels in Europe and the Americas have inspired his medical practice. It is clear that effective treatments of today’s most serious medical challenges will require intelligent political, social and economic solutions. Naturopathic medicines and technologies, known in regional names, do bridge cultural and economic boundaries the world over.

Professional Experience

1998 - Present: Naturodoc, Inc

  • Naturopathic Physician specializing in diseases of aging and environmental toxins via telemedicine and private practice.

 2015 - 2019: Ona Health Care, Las Vegas, Reno, NV

  • Medical Navigator and consultant

2015 - 2018: Sacred Tree Medicinals,  Las Vegas, NV

  • Product formulations, Medical Advisory Board

2014 - 2018: BotaniMed, Reno, NV

  • Medical Board Director and formulator of vapor therapeutic devices using botanical and aromatic medicines

2013 - 2020: Integrative Imaging Center, Reno NV

  • Diagnostic consultant for the thermographic analysis of circulatory disturbances and pathological conditions.

2011 - 2015: Steamboat Hot Springs, Reno, NV

  • Spa Physician and Therapist Supervisor, offering Mineral Hot Springs, spa therapies and Sonatherapy for treatment purposes and investigative research

2007 - 2011: Optimal Health Associates, Reno, Nevada

  • Staff Physician – Practice involving energetic and oriental medicine modalities focusing on anti-aging and degenerative neurological conditions

2006 - 2008: Staff Physician, Century Wellness Center, Reno, NV

  • Naturopathic consultant in the oncology practice of James Forsythe assisting in the performance of clinical studies of Natural medicines in the treatment of Stage 4 Cancer patients

2006 - 2021: Advanced Practitioner of Homeopathic Medicine

  • Attained license by the Nevada Board of Homeopathic Medical Examiners in Reno Nevada. Functions included Naturopathic diagnostic consultant to Homeopathic Medical  Doctors, Licensed Acupuncturists, and Diagnostic Imaging Professionals, with Telemedicine private practice and local consultations.

2005 (March - August): Sabbatical Study in Merida, Venezuela

  • Studied Herbal Medicine with practitioners and instructors at the Universidad de Los Andes, Merida, Venezuela. Maintained Telemedicine contact with USA Patients and colleagues during this time

2001 - 2004: Staff Physician, Arizona Wellness Health Institute

  • Wellness consultant and administrator of Kingman, Arizona based group practice providing low income women’s health screening and nutritional consultations

1996 - 1998: Lotus Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ

  • As a Staff Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Lee elaborated upon a specialty procedure using dermal screening technology for allergy detection and clearing. Developed a practice of Family Medicine within a multidisciplinary setting Provided an eclectic selection of Naturopathic modalities in complex cases of both acute injury and chronic degenerative disease.

1998 March - August: KFNX-AM, Phoenix, AZ

  • As both Host and Moderator, Dr. Lee conceived, marketed, and moderated a controversial and relevant radio talk show entitled “Naturodoc.” This drive-time program presented interviews with local and national personalities in Natural Medicine to educate the public on new discoveries in complementary and alternative medicine.

1998: Naturodoc.com, Phoenix, AZ

  • This site was designed and co-created with partner Rita Glover, to highlight the naturopathic medical profession as well as my own practice. The continuing goal is to source of high-quality, hard-to-find natural medical products, and to offer knowledge and experience using the principles of natural medicine and their applications to family medical concerns.

1997 - 1998: Rainstar College, Scottsdale, AZ

  • Adjunct Faculty lecturing health professionals on various natural medicine subjects such as herbal remedies, Ayurvedic medicine, anatomy, physiology, and iridology

1994 - 1997: Supervising Physician, Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, Phoenix, AZ

  • Clinical supervisor of naturopathic medical students in patient care during their clinical training. Emerged as a popular instructor in presenting a variety of innovative naturopathic modalities

1992 - 1996: Naturopathic Family Care, Phoenix, AZ

  • Staff Naturopathic Physician providing treatment for and management of a variety of serious health concerns. This methodology had an emphasis on the non-invasive diagnosis and treatment of allergies. Using dermal screening techniques and the Acutron and Computron technology. we adapted systems developed by Colleague Konrad Kail, ND.

1989 - 1992: Associate Naturopathic Physician, Comprehensive Health Services, Phoenix, AZ

  • Mastered a variety of physical medicine procedures per clinic standards. Conducted educational talks in community outreach programs on behalf of the clinic. Specialized in physical medicine and naturopathic manipulation for complex acute-care situations

  • Developed further skills in homeopathic medicine for acute pediatric cases

1986 - 1989: Naturopathic Physician, Integrative Health Center, Seattle, WA

  • Learned and promoted Ayurvedic medicine within a Naturopathic practice in partnership with a close friend and premier Ayurvedic Physician, Virender Sodhi. Together we fused the modalities of Ayurveda and Naturopathic medicine to the extreme interests and support of Bastyr College classmates and instructors. Lasting contributions to the pharmacology and scope of Naturopathic Medicine by our newly formed company, Ayush Herbs can not be underestimated. Really good times.

Higher Education

2012, 2016, 2020

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

1986 - 2019

  • Continuing Medical Education in didactic lecturing formats meeting legal requirements.  These being 28-35 hours per year in proportions including pharmacy and clinical treatment subjects. These being required to maintain Naturopathic Medical licensure in Washington, Arizona, and Homeopathic Medicine in Nevada

1996

  • Diplomate, Family Medicine and Minor Surgery. Presented by the American Board of Naturopathic Medical Specialties, Glendale, AZ.  Comprehensive update in standards of practice and treatment protocols for the specialty practice of naturopathic family medicine.

1992 - 1993

  • Certified in the Emergency Medical Drugs for Paramedics, Phoenix College, Phoenix, AZ

  • Professional-level overview of current developments in emergency medical pharmaceuticals.

1982 - 1986: Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (N.D.), John Bastyr College of Naturopathic Medicine, Seattle, WA

  • Mastered numerous medical modality subjects and tracked within a competitive residential academic program.

  • Maintained business and family responsibilities during the four-year medical school program. Secured excellent mentors and teachers for preceptorship hours.

1979 - 1982; B.A., Antioch University-Seattle, Seattle, WA

  • Created and built an undergraduate degree program in Psycho-Biology. This included pre-Med science basics for medical school admission. Created a personal advisory committee of top educators for my pre-medical degree. This committee, included the founder of Bastyr Naturopathic Medical University, Dr Joseph Pizzorno,

1968 - 1970, 1973: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

  • Undergraduate studies in psychology and pre-med. Psychology department honors for field study projects.

Professional Lectures

  • Herbal Medicine Training, The Herb Stop Stores, Phoenix, AZ, 1995 - 1997. Designed, and implemented four, 9-week series’ of classes for professional certification in Herbal Medicine (Level II).

  • Multiple Sclerosis Support Society, Phoenix, AZ, 1994-97. Frequent guest lecturer on the uses of bee venom therapy and natural herbal remedies to treat multiple sclerosis.

  • Arizona Herb Society, Phoenix, AZ, 1994 - 1996. Frequent guest lecturer on the use of native Arizona herbs to treat degenerative diseases.

  • Phoenix Area Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs, 1992 - 1994. Presentations on the naturopathic treatment of chronic disease.

  • Phoenix Public Libraries, 1992-94. Seminar series on the naturopathic treatment of Attention-Deficit Disorder.

  • Phoenix Area High Schools, 1993. “The Importance of Nutrition in Good Health.”

  • Shanti AIDS Treatment Program, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Phoenix, AZ, 1990. “Natural Medicines for the Treatment of AIDS.”

  • Chronic Fatigue Support Group, Tempe, AZ, 1989-90. “Chronic Fatigue Treatment Protocols.”

  • International Society of Cancer Victors and Friends, Seattle WA, 1986-88. “Naturopathic Treatments for Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer.”

Published Articles

  • Multiple commentaries and information articles posted naturodoc.com (1998 to 2014)

  • Commentaries and posts to The Townsend Letter for Doctors

  • Articles in Healthy Beginnings during the years of 2006-2010

Professional Associations

2015: Appointed as Knight of Grace by the Knights Hospitallers, Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem

2015: Certified as Advanced Healthcare Provider by the Indigenous Healthcare Practitioners Organization, Turtle Healing Band

2013: Founding Member, Nevada Association of Naturopathic Physicians

2012 - Present: Member, California Association of Naturopathic Physicians

2011 - Present: Member, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians

1999: Re-election to Board of Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association

1994 - 1996: President, Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association

1989 - 2003: Board Member and Officer, Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association

1986 - 1989: Member, Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians

1985 - 1994: Member, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians

Professional Awards

  • 2015 Knight of Grace, Knights Hospitallers Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem

  • 1994 Physician of the Year, Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association