Ottawa Integrative Health Centre

09/03/2026

Autoimmunity runs in your family. How do you protect your kids?

If you have an autoimmune condition, it’s natural to wonder whether your children are at greater risk. Unfortunately, the answer is yes -- there if often a genetic predisposition. Genetics, however, are only part of the picture.

Autoimmune conditions present as a result of complex interactions between our genes, the immune system, and our environment (ex. nutrition, gut health, infections, stress, etc.). As such, our genes are on a dimmer switch; their activity can be turned up or turned down, and that is often within our control.

Having your child's determinants of health assessed by a professional is the key to reducing their risk of developing an autoimmune condition, or severe protracted flare-ups. Taking it that one step further can go a long way in protecting those you love.

Curious about how to support your child’s health when autoimmunity runs in the family? Reach out to learn more.

08/28/2026

- Book with Dr. Josee St. Martin and receive a bonus triplanar vibration session to start your appointment. (Conditions apply - must be used in conjunction with visit, not transferable, promo ends October 31, 2026).

08/23/2026

08/21/2026

We are excited to welcome Dr. Josee to our team! Some of you may recognize her from her time with us as a student and an extern over the past 4 years. We are thrilled that she will be offering 2 new services: Naturopathic Manual Therapy for Lymphatic Support, and Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture! Call or book online: https://oihc.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/106

08/14/2026

Summer in Canada is precious. Let us help ensure your family enjoys lots of great summer health!

08/13/2026

Did you know our Jason King has a focus on supporting patients of all ages improve their digestion? He is also a .
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08/12/2026

You've got pain? We've got a solution!

Let us help you swing back into summer activities!
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08/12/2026

I treat a range of autoimmune conditions, but this one hits close to home.

In my early 20s, I developed Linear Scleroderma and Morphea seemingly overnight. One day I was fine, the next I was noticing visible skin changes, stiffness, and symptoms that didn't make sense. What followed were months of misdiagnosis, feeling dismissed, and an unsettling uncertainty.

A biopsy eventually confirmed Linear Scleroderma and Morphea - I finally had some answers.

That experience forever changed me, and has informed my understanding of autoimmune disease, both as a patient and a practitioner. It was the genesis of my core values as a Naturopathic Doctor:
--Support is paramount (no one should ever feel alone or unheard when navigating an autoimmune diagnosis)
--Education = Power (understanding 'why' may be even more important than a diagnosis--unearthing the root cause(s) allows you to effect change)

This is my story, and it's why I have committed myself to ensuring that others with autoimmune conditions feel seen, valued, and empowered.

08/12/2026

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