About Dr. Laura King
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My journey
Hi! Welcome to my private practice, Cascade Wellness!
I have been an Integrative and Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian since 2003. I have worked in hospitals, nutrition pharma sales, and spent 11 years working for a global company in the nutrition industry. In that industry job I loved the people, work, and ability to see the world, but the incredible stress of the job and being constantly on the road began to threaten my health. I needed a change, and it all started with a work trip to Brazil.
I was in Sao Paulo for meetings with a lingering cough after being sick. A colleague told me she was going to schedule an appointment for me with her massage therapist. After mastering short form communication with hand signals, and a lot of laughing between myself and the practitioner (because I don't speak Portuguese), I discovered that in fact it was not a massage. It was my first experience with acupuncture, and it was incredible. My cough improved and I felt so much better for the rest of that trip. Today I love that my job is to offer this ancient healing medical tradition with modern results, plus my nutritional wisdom, to my community.
My philosophy & approach
I believe in a holistic approach to medicine that is evidence-informed. I strive to provide compassionate healthcare to everyone who entrusts me with their care. I believe in open and honest communication between practitioner and patient. I value and continue to cultivate the ability to deeply listen, ask the right questions (and lots of them), be a keen observer, and a savvy detective. I'm interested in symptoms, AND I want to understand why you are having them. I believe combining Western and Eastern philosophies, theories, and modalities is the best way to help people overcome and heal from their health challenges.
Specialties
I specialize in sports & orthopedic medicine acupuncture and nutrition. I support patients with managing and lessening pain, returning to sport and healthy movement, improving strength, recovering, and limiting susceptibility to injury.
In addition, I've helped people with anxiety, weight loss, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, stroke, autoimmune disorders, restoration of gut health and gut-related issues, tinnitus, headaches, adolescent nutrition, diabetes, and more.
I treat athletes (NFL, CrossFitters, collegiate soccer players, mountain bikers), firefighters, weekend warriors, and everyday humans who simply want to live healthy.
Hobbies and Interests
When I am not working or continuing to study Chinese medicine, I enjoy mountain biking with my husband and friends, CrossFit, gardening, and cooking.
Qualifications
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Doctor of Chinese Medicine
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Licensed Acupuncturist
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
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Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
Education
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MD University of Integrative Health
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The Pennsylvania State University
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VCUHS Dietetic Internship
Certifications
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Advanced Certification in Diagnosis, Assessment & Treatment of Sports Injuries and Pain
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Integrative & Functional Nutrition
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Clean Needle Technique
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Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist
Memberships
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Maryland Acupuncture Society (MAS)
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Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
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Dietitians in Integrative & Functional Medicine
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MD Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
Let's connect
Have a question, or need more information? Fill out the form to the right, or send a direct e-mail at the address below! Dr. King will get back to you within 24 hours.
