Erica Rizzolo

Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND, is a licensed naturopathic doctor at the CHI and Second Nature, in Ottawa, Ontario. She also works part-time as a research assistant with the Patterson Institute for Integrative Oncology Research.

In practice, Erica supports people affected by cancer; from initial diagnosis through chemotherapy, surgery, and preventing recurrence. She helps patients manage side effects, energy levels and mental health throughout all stages of cancer and beyond. In addition to supportive cancer care, Erica has a clinical focus in mental health and digestive concerns, with the majority of her experience focused on eating disorders, ADHD and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

Prior to naturopathic medical school, she completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at McMaster University, where she also worked as a personal trainer. Erica is an active member of the research committee for the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP) as well as the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

Erica’s clinical approach is evidence-based and patient-centred. She enjoys working with patients to create realistic and sustainable treatment plans, through the use of nutrition, physical activity, supplements, herbal medicine and counselling. Click the link to book an appointment today.