Diabetes Treatment in Guelph

Struggling to control your blood sugar?

Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes are complex metabolic conditions — not simply a “sugar problem.”

At Guelph Naturopathic Medical Clinic, we focus on identifying and correcting the underlying drivers of insulin resistance, inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction.

Dr. Matt Gowan, ND was a co-author on two clinical research studies investigating naturopathic approaches to diabetes care, giving our clinic a strong evidence-informed foundation in metabolic treatment.

Patients across the Guelph area trust our clinic for diabetes support because:

• Over 20 years of clinical experience in metabolic and cardiovascular health
• Research experience in naturopathic diabetes care
• Focus on insulin resistance and root causes
• Personalized nutrition and lifestyle plans
• Evidence-based supplementation strategies
• Collaborative care alongside your family physician
• In-person and virtual appointments available

Evidence-Informed Metabolic Care

Our diabetes protocols are guided by both clinical experience and published research in naturopathic medicine.

Dr. Gowan co-authored two peer-reviewed studies examining naturopathic treatment approaches for diabetes management, contributing to the growing body of evidence supporting integrative metabolic care.

We combine:

• Research-backed dietary strategies
• Individualized supplementation
• Lifestyle medicine
• Ongoing lab monitoring
• Cardiovascular risk reduction

Our Naturopathic Doctors

All of our licensed naturopathic doctors have extensive experience treating metabolic and digestive conditions, including type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, insulin resistance, fatty liver, PCOS, chronic constipation, IBS, and GERD.

We provide evidence-informed, personalized care focused on improving measurable outcomes such as A1c, blood sugar control, cardiovascular risk markers, and long-term metabolic health. Each treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, goals, and stage of health.

Dr. Matt Gowan, ND

Dr. Matt Gowan focuses on metabolic health, cardiovascular risk reduction, and complex chronic disease management. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he has dedicated much of his practice to the naturopathic management of diabetes and insulin resistance.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Gowan has co-authored peer-reviewed research examining naturopathic approaches to diabetes care. His approach emphasizes thorough assessment, measurable metabolic outcomes, and long-term cardiovascular protection.

He works collaboratively with patients and their primary care providers to support improvements in A1c, fasting glucose, insulin sensitivity, and overall metabolic health.

Dr. Vicky Weiler, ND

Dr. Vicky Weiler is a licensed naturopathic doctor and owner of Guelph Naturopathic Medical Clinic. She has been helping patients manage diabetes, PCOS, weight concerns, and metabolic health for many years.

Her approach focuses on practical, sustainable changes to nutrition, lifestyle, and hormonal balance. Dr. Weiler works closely with patients to improve blood sugar control, support healthy weight management, and address underlying insulin resistance.

She provides comprehensive care for individuals and families and integrates evidence-based naturopathic therapies with individualized treatment planning.

Dr. Kayla Linton, ND

Dr. Kayla Linton provides personalized, evidence-based care for digestive and metabolic health. In addition to her naturopathic training, she has a background in personal training and fitness, allowing her to guide patients through the exercise and movement side of diabetes management.

She works with individuals experiencing insulin resistance, weight challenges, fatigue, and blood sugar imbalance. Her approach combines nutrition, structured movement planning, and lifestyle medicine to create sustainable improvements in metabolic health.

Dr. Linton empowers patients with practical tools to build strength, improve insulin sensitivity, and support long-term health outcomes.

Diabetes Research Experience

During his time working in the research department at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr. Matt Gowan, ND was involved in clinical research evaluating outcomes in naturopathic care for patients with type 2 diabetes.

He co-authored research publications and conference presentations examining naturopathic treatment approaches and standards of care for metabolic disease.

This research experience helps support the evidence-informed approach used at Guelph Naturopathic Medical Clinic when working with patients with diabetes and prediabetes.

Publications

Gowan M, Habib C, Podgrabinski S, Cooley K. Treating type 2 diabetes: a cross-sectional audit of naturopathic standards of care using the Naturopathic Patient Database.
BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2012;12(Suppl 1):P151. doi:10.1186/1472-6882-12-S1-P151 [View publication]

Habib C, Gowan M, Podgrabinski S, Grodski T, Leung B, Shapoval M, Seely D, Cooley K. Treating type 2 diabetes: a cross-sectional audit of naturopathic standards of care using the Naturopathic Patient Database. Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine. 2012;17(2):108-116. [View publication]

Conference Poster Presentations

Habib C, Podgrabinski S, Gowan M, Leung B, Seely D, Cooley K. “A cross-sectional study of patients of the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic using the Naturopathic Patient Database.” Presented at the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors Conference (2011) and American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Conference (2011)

Habib C, Podgrabinski S, Gowan M, Leung B, Seely D, Cooley K. “Treating Type 2 Diabetes: A cross-sectional audit of naturopathic care within a naturopathic college teaching clinic using the Naturopathic Patient Database.” Presented at the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors Conference (2011) and American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Conference (2011)

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