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SCHOOL OF NATUROPATHY

 
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Henry A. Harbuck, N.D., Ph.D. (CEO/Founder of KCNH)
Dr. Harbuck has over 35 years of experience in the health-care field. He developed the first "Pain & Stress Clinic" in his city in 1980. Various kinds of therapies were offered to patients, such as elimination diets, biofeedback, psychotherapy, naturopathic medical counseling, and conventional medical intervention. He is the author of more than five books. His most recent book is entitled, Alternative Medicine—The New Frontier.

   
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Carolyne Yakaboski, N.M.D., R.N.C., L.M.T. Dr. Yakaboski is a full-time Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. Hundreds of patients attest to her skill and abilities in the healing arts. Few naturopaths have the credentials, skill, experience, and education of Dr. Carolyne Yakaboski, which give her the ability to accurately define and locate the root causes of diseases. In addition, she is a regular contributor to a Natural Health magazine that is circulated

   
   
 

 

SCHOOL OF NATURAL HEALTH RESEARCH
 

 

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John P. Hodges, Sr., B.S., D.C., Ph.D. (KCNH President)
Dr. Hodges formerly owned and operated the Chiromedic Clinic in Desoto, Texas. The clinic consisted of eighteen staff members, two doctors, and several part-time employees. He provided chiropractic, naturopathic, homeopathic, and medical services to his patients. Dr. Hodges also served on the staff at Tri-City Hospital in Dallas, Texas. He is certified as a health care consultant for insurance companies and a designated doctor for Texas Workman Compensation Authority overseeing other doctor's treatment of injured patients, and he has over twenty-three years of experience in the health care field.

   
 

 

 

SCHOOL OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE & PUBLIC HEALTH
 

 

schuler_1207099270 Corey Schuler, B.S., D.C., N.M.D.
Dr. Schuler, a licensed chiropractic physician, operated the Dynamic Healing Center Owatonna in Owatonna, Minnesota. His practice focuses on patients with chronic and degenerative illness and pain disorders.
   
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Ashley L. Hayes, D.D.S., D.N.H.
Dr. Hayes currently owns and operates a private general dentistry practice where he incorporates advice to patients on natural and alternative health measures to improve and maintain health. He lectures on natural health with a focus on diet and nutrition, including nutritional supplements and herbs.

 

 

SCHOOL OF HOMEOPATHY
 

 

clement_1207099205 Richard T. Clement, M.D.
Born in France, Dr. Clement, a licensed medical doctor now resides in the USA. He holds many distinguished honors and titles. At the present, he travels extensively promoting homeopathic modalities and his "Be-Well Homeopathic" remedies, which he personally developed.
   
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Cheryl Lynn Tucker, R.N., N.D., D.Hom., D.NPsy.
Dr. Tucker is an experienced lecturer and naturopath. She has become known for her expertise in a diversity of disciplines within the natural health field, especially homeopathy. Homeopathic medicine is growing in popularity in the United States and is experiencing a resurgence of its greatest that was known more than 100 years ago. As a rule of thumb, homeopathy is practiced as a sub-specialty of naturopathy. Dr. Tucker is highly respected for her knowledge in the medical field and wisdom in private practice.

   
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Rajgopal Nidamboor, D.Hom., Ph.D.

Dr. Nidamboor is currently CEO of a Mumbai-based book and magazine journal publishing company.  His background includes being an integrative medicine physician, professional writer, editor, critic, columnist, commentator, and author. He has a very in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of the book, magazine, journal, and publishing industry to include: conception, writing, editing, proof-reading, design, printing, distribution, and circulation. Dr. Nidamboor has published a handbook of medical therapeutics and currently freelances on health/well-being, literary, sports, and general subjects for print and E-mediums.

 

 

SCHOOL OF ACUPRESSURE & HERBOLOGY
 

 

kang_1207099240 Ki Won Kang, N.D.
Most Koreans have heard of Dr. Ki Won Kang. He has practiced a sophisticated form of acupuncture for many years with great results. His clientèle continues to grow day-by-day as many people seek out his services. Dr. Kang combines acupuncture with ancient 5,000 year old Korean herbal therapies.
   
 

 

 

SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE
 

 

lee_1207099249 Chang Lee, N.D.
Dr. Lee is one of the world's foremost authorities in the field of "Bee-Sting Acupuncture." He has conducted research in the "Bee-Sting" treatment for over 20 years. Dr. Lee recently completed one of the first books every written (Korean language-to be translated into English) on this controversial treatment. This "Bee-Sting" treatment has now come to America and is reaching other countries in Europe. It purports to be a treatment that offers some hope for asthma and arthritis.
   
 

 

 

 

SCHOOL OF AROMATHERAPY
 

 

vitez_1207099293 Debra C. Vitez, Ph.D., N.M.D.
Dr. Vitez works with various companies and colleges in the fields of psychology and Medical Cosmetic Therapy. Currently, she holds a medical license in the field of Cosmetic Therapy and practices in Ohio. Much of the time she spends lecturing throughout the USA.
   
 

 

 

SCHOOL OF NATUROPATHIC PSYCHOLOGY
 

 

scott_1207099276 Richard Malachi Scott, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., N.M.D.
Dr. Richard Scott is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in individual therapy, group therapy, and the supervision of interns. He hires therapists, places them, and develops workable therapy settings. Fifty percent of his time is dedicated to conducting clinical research within the confines of a very large federal budget which entails treatment and follow-up of patients. Dr. Scott is investing much of his time lately in developing unique "naturopathic psychology" programs that are only offered by KCNH. He believes those who have an interest in the field of human behavior, counseling, stress management, psychology, and various forms of psychotherapies will be candidates for this growing field.
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Yash P. Manchanda, Ph.D., N.M.D

Dr. Manchanda, a retired aerospace Engineering Manager, has been practicing as a licensed psychologist  in California since 1987. He has worked with different ages of clients from adolescents to geriatrics using standard modes like TA, RET, and CBT and many alternatives methods including reflexology, Acupressure, and guided imagery. He has worked with various types of patients including Developmentally Challenged, Dual Diagnosed, PTSD, Cancer, and Alzheimer, etc.  He has done pre-bariatric surgery, neuropsychological and other psychological testing.  He has taught Mathematics and Management courses to professionals and adults from undergraduate to post doctoral students and has guided many master level thesis and doctoral level dissertations. He has lectured in Asia, Europe, and US on Total Quality Improvement, Quality Of Life, Management, and Role of Professionals in End-Of-Life care and has published articles in professional Journals on these subjects. He is co-author of a Text Book on “TeamWork.”
 

 

 

 

SCHOOL OF NATURAL HEALTH SCIENCE
 

 

krolick_1207099257 Paul Krolick, N.D., Ph.D.
In addition to co-founding Krolick Wellness with his wife, who is a chiropractor, Dr. Krolick maintains a wellness center in South Carolina. He also leads an educational vaccination program giving anyone with interest the facts on getting vaccinated and how legally one can avoid them if they so desire.
   

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Jill R. MacDougall, B.S., Ph.D.
Dr. MacDougall has been in private practice since 1986 after having formed her office as Healing Integrity, Inc. She has been an instructor of Homotoxicology at the Institute of Natural Health Sciences, held workshops and classes on nutrition, electro dermal screening, numerous natural health topics. As an Adjunct Professor at the University of Michigan, she is a requested guest lecturer for nursing schools, health spas, churches, and other organizations.

 

 

SCHOOL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION

 

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Patricia Bartsch, M.A., Ph.D.
Dr. Bartsch is owner of Naturally Unbridled where she holds individual and group, informal and structured coaching and wellness education. She conducts seminars on a variety of nutrition and natural health related topics. She has an extensive background in biotechnology to include receiving the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council BioTeach Award for 2 years. She is currently working on her latest book “7 Steps to a Naturally Unbridled Life”. Dr. Bartsch also has a passion for animal health (look for more information under “Faculty” in the Animal Health Division)

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Stephanie E. Reid, MHS, ND
Dr. Reid currently owns and operates The Reid Stress Management Center for Women. Her clinic specializes in providing naturopathic consulting, massage therapy, stress management workshops, and meditation for senior women. She conducts corporate and non-profit stress management and naturopathic retreats. In her passion for natural health, she also teaches stress management and techniques to alleviate anger issues in children in the Baltimore City Schools. Dr. Reid provides mentorship opportunities for students in the areas of massage, marketing, budget, scheduling, charting, and state compliance.

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Kay K. Larson, Ph.D., N.D.

Dr. Larson is a professional Naturopath and Nutritional Specialist with a successful practice in Southern California. She is regarded as a leader on the subject of natural health, holds classes throughout her community, and is a regular contributor to Ventura Life & Style Magazine writing articles on health and wellness along with being a frequent radio guest. Her passion is naturopathic [medical science] education and she is dedicated to empowering the natural health student, as well as the public. Her book, “The Handbook for Starting a Business as a Natural Health Consultant”, is popular among the natural health community. This book is a guide for unlicensed Naturopaths offering common sense advice to practitioners in human or animal health in the areas of state laws, ethics, and forms to be used with clients who are seen by the naturopath. Dr. Larson also includes in this book, a handy section that explains where to find insurance, supplements, and homeopathic products for humans and animals. 
 

 

 

 

PROVOST/CONSULTANT
 

 

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Jonathan Zayas, Ph.D., Psy.D., N.M.D.
Dr. Zayas has served as a Researcher, Professor, Teacher, Counselor, and Psychotherapist. He has done research in Organizational Behavior, Industrial Psychology, Human Behavior, Health Care Management, and Spiritual and Psychological Health. Dr. Zayas has authored specialized articles, keynote addresses, and scholarly book reviews (in publications such as the International Journal of Management, The Journal of Product & Brand Management, Health Care Quarterly, Executive Development, The Journal of Hospital Marketing, and others). His work examines a lifestyle model of health and wellness, key assumptions of spiritual and psychological health, and some of the important relationships between faith, sickness, and the emotions.

  

 

SCHOOL OF NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE & MEDICAL CHEMISTRY

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David A. Rivkin, Ph.D., PE
Dr. Rivkin is an Award Winning Nutritional Chemistry Scientist, University Professor, and International Distinguished Lecturer. For over 20 years he has been hands-on involved in commercial scientific/engineering research & development in  biophysics. He has also spent over 10 years teaching as a professor of sciences and technology particularly nano/biophysics. He is very involved in academic research and scientific investigation and has received over $2 million in Academic Research Grants to further his work. Dr. Rivkin has designed a spectroscopic based non-invasive glucose monitor, wrist warn, with wireless data-link and web-services based data upload and management interfaces, and design and management of clinical trials. He also serves on the following Board of Directors: Bio-Medical Tools, LLC, Eminent Microsystems, Inc., Sci-Essence Intl., Sustainable Methods Institute, GCP Intl., and Success Through-Play (Non-profit)

 

 

SCHOOL OF REFLEXOLOGY

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Temple E. Jackson, D.P.M., Ph.D.
Dr. Jackson has many years of experience teaching in various colleges as well as having been in private practice in the discipline of podiatry for a long time. As his resume shows, he has diverse interests in many areas such as Law, Administration, and education. He is a congenial man, who is quiet, yet discerning and analytical in his approach to healing. He has much to offer students who want to learn about the growing field of  Reflexology.

 

 

 

ADDITIONAL PROFESSORS NOT PICTURED

SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE
   
  Ray Dela Cruz, D.A., N.M.D.
Licensed by the state of Hawaii to practice and teach acupuncture, Dr. Dela Cruz is called upon by acupuncture state boards to testify often as an "expert" in malpractice suits brought against acupuncturists in all fifty states. He is highly skilled in all forms of acupuncture.
 

 

SCHOOL OF NATURAL MEDICINE
   
  Harvey Alcorta, M.D.
Dr. Alcorta is a licensed physician specializing in the practice of alternative nutrition, homeopathic, and natural medicine. He formerly worked with several cancer treatment centers in Mexico. He presently specialized in the treatment of diabetes, colitis, asthma, chronic fatigue, cancer, as well as other maladies.
 

 

 

   
SEE NATURAL ANIMAL HEALTH SECTION FOR PROFESSORS OF THE SCHOOL OF NATURAL ANIMAL HEALTH