Meet Dr. Emily Wolbers

First, let me warn you that I am a nerd, and I love food. My journey to become a doctor started with a passion for all things food-related. I loved learning about digestion, metabolism, biochemistry, and how the body responds to food. I ate it up!  When I learned that nearly 90% of chronic diseases are related to diet and lifestyle, and I thought, 'I have to help prevent this. I have to become a doctor.'

 

My practice focuses on gastrointestinal health, holistic nutrition, and a focus on the gut-brain connection. I prioritize a holistic approach to health care. There is a strong connection between the mind and the body, and I use this understanding to help patients realize optimal health. 

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I earned my medical degree from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and have my Bachelor degree in dietetics from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. I use my background in nutrition and yoga to add Mind-Body Medicine & Food as Medicine into treatment plans. My main goal is to find the root cause of disease and prevent distressing symptoms from coming back in the future.

 

I grew up in Moline, Illinois and moved to Portland during medical school. I am thrilled to be working with both the Quad City and greater Portland communities. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, volunteering for Portland Parks and Recreation, handstanding, and teaching yoga. I hold E-RYT 200 & RYT 500  ​yoga teacher certifications and am currently teaching weekly vinyasa classes at The People's Yoga in Portland. 

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My Primary Areas of Focus: 

• Digestive Disorders - Bloating, SIBO, Ulcerative Colitis,

         Crohn's Disease, IBS, Abdominal Pain, Celiac Disease

• Gut-Brain Connection - Stress, Anxiety, Microbiome Health, 

         Mind-Body Medicine

• Endocrine Disorders - Fatigue, Adrenal & Thyroid dysfunction