Life Saver. Dr. Samantha Brody is one of the smartests, kind, and caring people I have ever met walking this Earth. And on top of that, she is a tremendous doctor, with the right know how, and generous soul to heal any ailment.

I have always been a believer in non-western medicine, though some are sketical, I stand true that Dr. Brody saved my life and it's hard to put in words how you could ever repay someone for that.

Dr. Brody is truly a holistic person and treats each patient with an open mind and open heart. But it doesn't stop there, because she cares about you after you leave your appointment, and she thinks about you even when your vists are few and far between.

Bottom line, she is the greatest doctor I have ever seen in my life. She cured me for things I had seen various specialists for years. On top of that, she can do acunpuncture, which is a huge bonus, and I recommend everyone at least try it.…

A true healer. Having a connection to the person you allow to "doctor" you - the person who you tell about every ache, every past pain, phycial and emotional, and all those fluids and smells these bodies of ours create - is pretty important. They have to be trustworthy - which is a word whose definition a lot of people don't get. That means means WORTHY of trust - and Samantha is impeccable in that regard. Worthy means she does what she says, doesn't feed you any bull, gets you involved with your own health and life and empowers you by making sure that the path to physical health doesn't mess up your emotional health.

Health is about our whole self, and Samantha Brody is a whole person healer. She can be blunt. But so was my mom and my favorite teacher. She has told me I can do better, but that as an adult, I get to make my own choices. (Crap, mom again) But she is also the a real person who gets that sometimes I might just binge on cherries when then are in season. No matter the consequences. And then I might call and ask for something to calm my tummy.

A clear and intelligent plan to bring you to health - generously coated with integrity, honesty, real care and concern, and laughter. She gets my highest recommendation, and not just cause she sometimes says stuff my mom would.…

Finally found what I was looking for.. I had tried naturopaths before, but always got a weird vibe and they never made me feel comfortable thinking of them as a doctor. One day when I was venting my frustration, a friend recommended that I see Dr. Samantha. I am SO glad I did. She has developed a plan that successfully addresses each of my issues in a way that isn't at the expense of another. I had never experienced that before. She is exactly what I think a doctor should be: intelligent, extremely detail oriented, open minded about treatment methods, and focused on how all of my issues interact. I only wish I found her sooner!

I also LOVE the design/decor of the office. It is professional without being sterile feeling. I love their style. It is relaxing and just nice to be there soaking up the ambiance.…

Willing to keep with you thru thick & thin. I've been working with Dr. Brody for years on a chronic condition which other physicians had given up on. She had helped substantially and been willing to research new treatment methods as well as work with me when her suggested treatments don't fit my lifestyle or personality.

I also respect that as a physician, Dr. Brody sometimes needs to tell me things I'd rather not hear. She's up front about it and doesn't evade tough issues. It's not always a fun conversation for either of us, but I'd far rather have a doctor tell me when elements of my lifestyle are counter-productive to my stated aims of getting healthier.…

Great place to work. As someone who has worked with Dr. Brody for years I have been able to see first hand what an intelligent and talented practitioner she is. She always goes the extra mile to make sure her patients receive the best possible care. Whether its working collaborativley with other healthcare professionals or making herself available for support over e-mail when out of the office, I have always seen her make patient care her top priority. With a diverse clientele, she treats each person with compassion and respect. I enjoy being a part of her clinic, find her professional and fun to work with, and feel fortunate to work in such a caring and supportive environment. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a naturopath and acupuncturist in Portland.…

check it out. I have worked a number of years for Dr. Brody and prior to that was a patient of hers. What i can tell you about her is that she cares deeply for all of her employees as well as patients. She believes deeply that everyone should have health care and is contracted with most insurance company's because of this. Her approach to medicine is holistic and patient centered. She believes that it is important to support each patient where they need to be supported and goes above and beyond when it comes to helping them. She works closely with other specialists and other Allopathic practitioners . She has been known to go grocery shopping with her patients as well as making notebooks for them and other things of that nature to help them.

Dr. Brody is a sharp and intelligent business owner as well as naturopathic physician. As someone who has had many different types of naturopathic care i can tell Dr. Brody's approach is thorough, thoughtful, caring, concise.

Yes, there are many other practitioners out there but you will be hard pressed to find one as dedicated, knowledgeable, and willing to work with whatever level of care a person needs. I would highly recommend her as doctor. Check it out you won't regret it!…

Not AsGood As You May Think. While I think her intentions are good, her immaturity love of control, gossip and money greatly detract from her ability to be a reputable practitioner. I have found that she does not honor her HIPPA requirements and takes advantage of patients who are cash paying or have good insurance. Her ability as a ND & LAc is mediocre, again underscored by her own mental health issues. As a patient and former clinic employee, I would not recommend her for treatment, as those who can pay more get better quality medical care than those who are financially limited, but need the help none the less. Egocentric and self-involved, her love of attention and ability to market her practice/herself outweighs her prowess as a healing arts practitioner. Often, snarky comments have been made by her to staff about patients and their health needs before they were out the front door of the clinic. The other practitioners at the clinic do not respect her and barely tolerate her childishness and lack of professionalism. There are many much better NDs and LAcs out there in Portland!…

Sceptic becomes a believer. I grew up in an environment where natural medicine was considered a subjective fad. Last year, my views were transformed through my experience with Dr. Brody. I was referred to her when I was about to have surgery to open my nasal passages as a last resort to solve an exhuastion problem. I work at home and was so tired I felt like sleeping all day ? the previous year I?d actually slept an entire week. My family practice doctor recommended exercise and Lipitor (my cholesterol was 270, and weight was 250 on a 6? frame). Neither seemed like they would really solve the problem. I thought I was not getting enough oxygen so I went to an ENT who was more than happy to give me an MRI that showed some sinus blockage. Surgery was promptly scheduled. I tried some aromatherapy at Aequis to see if I could open my airways a bit more in the meantime. During my visit the therapist there referred me to Dr. Brody.

In the first few minutes of meeting me, Dr. Brody performed a simple test that scientifically demonstrated I did not have an oxygen level problem, and that surgery might not solve my issues. She proceeded to test me for a variety of things, including a sleep study, and worked with me to change the nature of what I was eating to ensure my body had the nutrients it required. I never ate much but was overweight for years. With her recommendations for diet and nutritional supplements my body changed. Within six months, I lost 50lbs without exercise (not her idea believe me, she wants me to), my cholesterol dropped 110 points, and I'm no longer tired all the time. This did not require surgery or pharmaceuticals.

Dr. Brody is sharp, funny, warm-hearted, and intelligent. She doesn?t discount the value of western medicine, but teaches you about your body and it?s requirements in a logical, supportive way that helps you effect change for yourself. I can?t tell you what a renovation my life has undergone in the past 18 months. Oh, and I have started exercising. :)…

She's got it all. Dr. Brody asks a lot of questions in order to really understand what's going on, and then uses that information to address the *real* problems. She felt I should try to get some protein in the morning, and when I told her that was hard because of my work schedule, she came up with ideas to help me make food in the mornings in an instant - and now I never miss breakfast. She works cooperatively with any other doctors you may have, and helps you get over any obstacles, even when they are time, money, or will power - she troubleshoots and brainstorms with you to find a way forward that will work.

Regular check-ins with her mean that my general health is always getting a little bit stronger - and since I've never in my life had healthy habits, that's a big deal.…