Kristen Salzwedel, NMD

Kristen Salzwedel, NMD

Naturopathic Medical Doctor
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Dr. Kristen Salzwedel is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor. She received her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2016 and her Bachelor’s degree of Science in Kinesiology from Arizona State University. She was awarded top Doc in 2018. She is a member of the Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association. Dr. Salzwedel, more commonly known to her patients as “Dr. K” or “Dr. Kristen” is a SIBO certified doctor trained in treating patients with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial of growth) and other digestive complaints, MTHFR mutations, bioidentical hormone replacement, Hashimoto’s, autoimmune disorders and general primary care.


Dr. K combines her years of clinical experience with her down-to-earth personality, intuitive nature, kind heart manner, and skilled diagnostic skills to approach patient-centered comprehensive care. Once you meet Dr. K, you will feel at ease. As patients say, “She is easy to talk to, listens and you know she is there to help in every way that she can.”


Dr. Salzwedel treats both acute and chronic illnesses in both women and men from childhood into adulthood and geriatrics.


Her expert training and studies in kinesiology make her fine-tuned to the body, able to read and interpret the signs and symptoms your body is telling you. Having additional education in endocrinology and hormones, Dr. K is very proficient and skillful in helping men and women with endocrine and hormonal conditions.


Dr. K is passionate about working with patients in the areas of women’s health, thyroid optimization, Hashimoto’s, IV therapies, gastrointestinal health, and family medicine. She has a desire to integrate natural healing principles into everyday practice and transform your health.