0Dr. Crystalin Montgomery, NMD, LAc
Naturopathic Doctor, Licensed Acupuncturist & Clinical Mentor
Professional Affiliations:
Registered Naturopathic Doctor (NMD)
State of Minnesota
Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
State of Wisconsin
Licensed Acupuncturist (LAc)
State of Minnesota
Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine
National University of Natural Medicine
Masters of Acupuncture
National University of Natural Medicine
Diplomate of Acupuncture
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Minnesota Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Member
Minnesota Acupuncture Association
Member
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Member
About Dr. Montgomery:
Dr. Crystalin Montgomery is a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist with an impressive history of training, education, and experience. Prior to becoming a naturopathic doctor, she spent six years as a collegiate and youth soccer coach.
As a coach, she found her passion in teaching young people about a balanced approach to life and sports through a deeper understanding of fitness and nutrition.
Additionally, Dr. Montgomery’s time as a collegiate athlete and coach led her to gain interest in Chinese medicine and naturopathic care. The experiences she had with sports-related injuries pushed her to explore various approaches to optimize the body’s recovery.
She became interested in learning how to utilize nutrition, movement, and other forms of natural healing to keep the body in top shape and prevent injuries.
While completing her studies in naturopathic and classical Chinese medicine, Dr. Montgomery also completed clinical training that included a three-year mentorship in women’s health—adding yet another essential specialization to her arsenal of knowledge!
During her training in Chinese medicine, Dr. Montgomery continued to see patients with a range of chronic conditions, including cancer, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and other autoimmune conditions. Additionally, Dr. Montgomery completed training in holistic pelvic care to address chronic pelvic issues.
Not only does Dr. Montgomery have extensive knowledge, training, and experience in multiple specializations, but she also has a passion for natural healing, fitness, and nutrition. Rest assured that while working with her, you will be in great hands!
Naturopathic Academy of Environmental Medicine
Member
Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Member
University of Minnesota Psychiatry Integrative Wellness Team
Member
The Ehlers-Danlos Society (EDS ECHO)
Member
Dr. Montgomery’s Specialties:
As a physician trained in naturopathic medicine and classical Chinese medicine, Dr. Montgomery is equipped to address nearly all physical and mental health concerns using natural holistic methods. With over a decade of experience in treating complex chronic conditions, Dr. Montgomery is not afraid to dive deep with her patients through comprehensive laboratory testing. Her personal interest and professional training in clinical nutrition, classical Chinese medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, and lifestyle counseling allows her to provide a wide range of natural and conventional treatment options to best help her patients achieve their health goals.
Complex cases
Dr. Montgomery can help navigate the challenging landscapes of several complex conditions, such as CIRS, MCAS, Fibromyalgia, Lyme’s Disease, POTS, and other diagnoses. She can help identify their root causes and create strategies to improve day-to-day life with these conditions.
Nervous system disregulation
Those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Autism, or ADD/ADHD can greatly benefit from working with Dr. Montgomery.
Those who struggle with migraines or headaches can find better relief, too!
Anxiety, depression, low mood, insomnia
Better manage mood disorders like anxiety, depression and PMDD with the help of Dr. Montgomery.
Autoimmunity or autoimmune-like symptoms
Dr. Montgomery can address joint pain and swelling, mild to moderate Rheumatoid arthritis, gout, Psoriatic arthritis, Sjogren’s, Scleroderma, Lupus, osteoporosis, osteopenia and fibromyalgia, and much more.
Integrative oncology care
Dr. Montgomery has experience treating oncology patients of all ages. She can support patients going through nearly any type of cancer using a variety of treatment options.
Pediatrics
Looking for support for your little ones? Dr. Montgomery is well versed in pediatric conditions such as autism, ADD/ADHD, gastrointestinal symptoms, and oncology.
Please note that Dr. Crystalin’s complex patients often require more clinical prep time on Dr. Crystalin’s part to review past labs and medical records or coordinating with other members of your care team prior to your first visit. For that reason, Dr. Crystalin’s Wellness Assessment for Complex Cases will be billed at a higher rate so she can block off time in her clinical schedule to complete these tasks. We believe that by allowing her time to get up to speed on your case, it will expidite your healing journey with us. Thank you for your understanding.