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Dr. Jaquel Patterson, ND, MBA is a nationally recognized naturopathic physician, functional medicine expert, bestselling author, and keynote speaker, widely regarded as one of the top integrative and functional medicine doctors in the United States. She is the Founder and CEO of Fairfield Family Health, a leading integrative medical clinic, and has more than 16 years of clinical experience treating complex chronic illness using a root-cause, systems biology approach.

Her clinical expertise includes Lyme disease and tick-borne infections, integrative psychiatry, ADHD and ADD, PANS/PANDAS, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), autoimmune conditions, environmental medicine, allergies, hormone and fertility health. Dr. Patterson is widely recognized for her work in complex, multi-system illness, with a focus on identifying and treating the root causes of inflammation, immune dysfunction, and neuropsychiatric symptoms.

For six consecutive years, she has been recognized as the Top Naturopathic Physician in Fairfield County and Top Holistic Pediatrician in the 10Best Awards. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Patterson has trained thousands of clinicians throughout the country and internationally in functional medicine, Lyme disease treatment, autoimmune conditions, hormone health, and integrative psychiatry, helping advance the field of root-cause and integrative medicine worldwide.

Dr. Patterson’s commitment to naturopathic and functional medicine is deeply personal. Growing up, she witnessed her mother struggle with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, conditions that were not adequately addressed by conventional medical treatments. This experience inspired her lifelong dedication to uncovering the root causes of chronic disease and empowering patients to reclaim their health. Her own health journey—overcoming complex chronic illnesses, including Lyme disease, Babesia, Bartonella, anxiety, and OCD—further shaped her compassionate and integrative approach to patient care. These experiences led her to author the bestselling book Women and Lyme: An Integrative Guide to Complex Chronic Illness.

Dr. Patterson is a recognized leader in the field of functional and naturopathic medicine. She currently serves as President of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), the largest national organization representing licensed naturopathic physicians in the United States, and as Treasurer of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM). Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, New York Magazine, CBS, NBC, Fox, and ABC.

Dr. Patterson is a certified practitioner through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and completed a fellowship in functional and integrative medicine for psychiatry and ADHD. She is an active member of professional organizations including ILADS, AANP, IFM, and MAPS, and has served as faculty for Rupa Health, IFM, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), and Medical Director of Education for Psychiatry Redefined. She also serves on the Scientific and Medical Advisory Board for Xymogen and Microbiome Laboratories.

She earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, her Bachelor’s degree from Cornell University, and an MBA from Quinnipiac University.

Outside of seeing patients, she enjoys spending time with her family, walking her dog, traveling, indulging in trips to the spa, staying active through kickboxing and high-intensity workouts, and photography.

Dr. Baylie Pritchard is a licensed naturopathic physician specializing in functional medicine, gut health, hormonal imbalances, Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, dermatology, PANS/PANDAS, and mental health. She provides comprehensive naturopathic care for children and adults at Fairfield Family Health, creating personalized treatment plans that address the root cause of disease rather than simply managing symptoms.

Originally from Toronto, Canada, Dr. Pritchard earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Concordia University in Montreal before completing her Doctor of Naturopathy degree at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Her own personal health journey sparked a passion for evidence-informed, root-cause medicine and inspired her career in helping others restore their health naturally.

Dr. Pritchard has a special clinical interest in digestive disorders, hormone balance, PCOS, thyroid conditions, acne, eczema, chronic Lyme disease and tick-borne infections, autoimmune conditions, pediatric health, PANS/PANDAS, anxiety, ADHD, and chronic fatigue. She utilizes advanced functional laboratory testing to identify underlying imbalances and develops individualized treatment plans using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, targeted nutritional supplementation, lifestyle medicine, and other integrative therapies.

She believes that every patient deserves a personalized approach to healthcare. By identifying the underlying causes of illness and partnering with patients throughout their healing journey, Dr. Pritchard helps individuals achieve lasting improvements in energy, digestion, hormone health, immune function, mental wellness, and overall quality of life through safe, natural, and evidence-informed care.

Dr. Hilary Trojano is a licensed primary care Naturopathic Doctor (ND) with the State of New Hampshire. She earned her Doctorate from The College of Naturopathic Medicine at the University of Bridgeport in CT after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Biology at Colby-Sawyer College. She is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) as well as the New Hampshire Association of Naturopathic Doctors (NHAND.) While practicing in Bridgeport CT, Dr. Trojano treated a wide variety of health care concerns including nutritional and immune deficiencies, anxiety, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and adrenal fatigue. Working with a wide variety of patients has led Dr. Trojano to develop a treatment philosophy that wellness can be achieved most effectively through a partnership between patient and doctor. Dr. Trojano is a practicing Naturopathic family doctor who strives to treat all her patients, young and old, as individuals. She holds a particular interest in

Nicole Schertell, ND, is a licensed naturopathic doctor and founder of Thrive Med Spa & Wellness in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. In 2009, Dr. Schertell opened Vibrant Health Medical Center, which is located in the same building directly above their spa. In collaboration, their two facilities can provide health and wellness services on a broad scale, teaching patients how to heal on the inside and shine on the outside. Dr. Schertell earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of New Hampshire and her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, in 2008.

Dr. Schertell is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging medicine and has extensive training and experience with regenerative therapies, including bioidentical hormones, peptide therapies, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for facial rejuvenation and hair restoration, O-shots®,, IV therapy, laser hair removal, microneedling, hyaluronic acid fillers, and other natural-based aesthetic treatments. Together with their nurse practitioner, Alise Greenfield, they oversee and administer the medical aesthetic services featured at their spa.

Dr. Schertell uses innovative technology, such as state-of-the-art Cynosure Icon™ and TempSure® lasers. She also offers a transformational medical weight-loss program to help patients achieve a weight they feel confident in.

Dr. Schertell maintains her medical credentials with continuing education. She holds additional certification in peptide therapy, and she is a board-certified clinical thermographer (CCT) trained by the American College of Clinical Thermology. She is also a member of the International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS), as well as A4M.

She believes that prevention is the best medicine and takes a naturopathic approach in all her aesthetic treatments. Dr. Schertell and her team currently accept new patients and welcome them to Thrive Med Spa & Wellness.

Dr. Nina Farokhian, NMD is a skilled and practiced Aesthetic Injector and certified laser specialist at American Beauty Med Spa, an aesthetic medical clinic and spa located in Lake Forest, California. 

Dr. Nina graduated from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, where she obtained her Doctorate Degree in Naturopathic Medicine. She then interned in a private Dermatology practice where she learned more about skin health and aesthetics.

She continued her education by attending some of the top aesthetic and dermatological conferences in the world. Dr. Nina has over a decade of experience in the industry and has practiced everywhere from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, California. 

With constantly aiming to increase her knowledge of the industry and medical field, she has additionally participated in a variety of educational course offerings and IV therapy certifications. 

She has completed educational hours in Type 2 Diabetes Management from Stanford Medicine, as well as FDA Prescription Drug Development and Approval from Harvard Medical School, to name a few. 

Dr Nina prides herself in delivering the most updated and technologically advanced treatments individualized to each patient, while providing the utmost care and experience.

Dr. Sheena Farokhian, NMD, has had years of experience in the medical field while additionally obtaining a degree in phlebotomy. Dr. Farokhian acquired her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. She has extensive knowledge and experience in nutritional IV’s, weight loss, nutrition and health, as well attending the top medical seminars and conferences to keep up with the current advancements. 

Additionally, she attended the advanced Fotona Laser workshop that focuses on learning the entirety of the internationally renowned laser, which American Beauty Med Spa was one of the first to offer. Dr. Farokhian has completed hours of training in lasers, injectables, and skin health to be able to provide the utmost care and optimal results for her patients. 

Dr. Farokhian prides herself in forming connections with her patients and recommending the best treatment plans that are individualized for them. Utilizing a Holistic and natural approach, she is able to treat her patients by finding the root cause of their ailments; And for this, patients are drawn to her charisma, knowledge, trust, and expertise.