Medical Aesthetics

  • Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that revitalizes the skin. Using a device equipped with fine needles, controlled micro-injuries are created on the skin’s surface. These micro-punctures stimulate the body’s natural healing process, triggering collagen and elastin production, thickening the dermis, and rejuvenating the skin from within.

    Microneedling effectively addresses concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, scarring, skin tone and texture issues, and pigmentation irregularities.

  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments harness the body’s natural platelets and growth factors, obtained through a simple blood draw and a centrifuge process, to revitalize skin from within. Often referred to as “liquid gold,” PRP boasts elevated levels of your own growth factors. When expertly re-injected into the skin, these factors promote collagen production and enhance overall skin rejuvenation.

    Dr. Sydney currently offers the following aesthetic platelet-rich plasma therapy treatments:

    • PRP Microneedling for Skin Rejuvenation 

    • PRP Hair Restoration

    • PRP Eye Rejuvenation

    • PRP Lip Rejuvenation

  • Neuromodulators (commonly known as Botox) are injectables that temporarily relax the underlying muscles responsible for facial lines and wrinkles. Neuromodulators prevent muscle contractions to smooth the lines and wrinkles that form as you age and through repetitive movements.

Naturopathic Medicine

  • Naturopathic Medicine is the art and science of addressing the root causes of disease. By seamlessly integrating multiple modalities tailored to individual needs, it strives to reestablish optimal health by facilitating the body’s innate healing mechanisms. During your Naturopathic consultations with Dr. Sydney, you will embark on a comprehensive and personalized journey into your health and well-being. You will have the opportunity to discuss your medical history, current health concerns, and wellness goals. Together with Dr. Sydney, you’ll create a holistic and individualized treatment plan that may include dietary recommendations, lifestyle adjustments, and orthomolecular medicine. Dr. Sydney holds prescriptive authority in British Columbia and is eligible to prescribe pharmaceuticals within the scope of Naturopathic Medical practice. 

    Dr. Sydney is currently offering Naturopathic consults at Tall Tree Integrated Health.

  • IV therapy and Vitamin Shots are effective methods to deliver essential nutrients, vitamins, and medications directly into the body.

    IV therapy provides rapid absorption, allowing for immediate benefits in hydration, energy, and overall wellness. This treatment can be customized to address specific health needs, including fatigue, immune support, and recovery from illness.

    Vitamin Shots, offer a targeted approach for delivering medications and nutrients that may require a slower absorption rate.

    Both options are designed to optimize your health and enhance your body’s natural functions, ensuring you feel your best.

    Dr. Sydney is currently offering IV Therapy and Vitamin Shots at Tall Tree Integrated Health.

  • Trigger point injections are effective for alleviating myofascial pain and addressing pain referral patterns by releasing tight knots in your muscles. This treatment can be performed using an injection medium, typically a combination of anesthetic and dextrose (plant-based sugar), or through dry needling, which involves no substance at all.

    Indications for treatment: myofascial pain, chronic pain points, headaches due to trigger points

    Coming soon to Tall Tree Health...

  • Perineural injection involves administering dextrose (a plant-based sugar) just below the skin's surface to reduce inflammation and soothe irritated nerves. This treatment can help alleviate neuralgias, neuropathic pain patterns, and chronic pain. Additionally, perineural injections may be employed to decrease pain in preparation for deeper injections, such as prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma therapy.

    This safe treatment can provide pain relief lasting from hours to weeks. Most patients require a series of 6 to 8 visits to achieve substantial relief.

    Indications for treatment: neuropathic pain, neuralgia, frozen shoulder, migraines, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve impingement and low back pain.

    Coming soon to Tall Tree Health...

  • Prolotherapy is a regenerative injection therapy aimed at strengthening weak tendons and ligaments by stimulating the body’s natural healing response. This treatment activates an inflammatory response in the targeted tissue, promoting collagen production and facilitating tissue repair. Most patients typically require a series of 2 to 8 visits to achieve optimal relief, although the exact number may vary depending on the type and severity of the injury. If injected into joint spaces, this treatment is performed under ultrasound guidance. As this treatment leverages the body’s natural healing capacity, it is most effective for patients who are in good overall health.

    Indications for treatment: ligament and tendon injuries, cartilage damage or degeneration, osteoarthritis (stage 1-2), muscle damage, overuse injuries

    Coming soon to Tall Tree Health...

  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous regenerative injection therapy designed to strengthen weak tendons, ligaments, and degenerative joints. The treatment begins with an initial blood draw, followed by centrifugation to concentrate the platelets, which are then reinjected into the targeted area. PRP can be injected into tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joint spaces to promote tissue healing and enhance strength. Most patients typically require a series of 2 to 8 visits to achieve optimal relief, although the exact number may vary depending on the type and severity of the injury. If injected into joint spaces, this treatment is performed under ultrasound guidance. As this treatment leverages the body’s natural healing capacity, it is most effective for patients who are in good overall health.

    Indications for treatment: chronic overuse injuries (ankles, knees and shoulder), osteoarthritis, tennis elbow or golfers elbow, ligament tears, rotator cuff tears, meniscal tears

    Coming soon to Tall Tree Health...

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    Viscosupplementation involves the injection of hyaluronic acid into painful joints affected by osteoarthritis to enhance lubrication within the joint space. Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of synovial fluid, and its levels tend to decrease as part of the aging process. This treatment can be beneficial for stiff joints and may be a suitable option for patients who do not qualify for or prefer not to undergo regenerative injections such as prolotherapy or platelet-rich plasma therapy. This treatment is performed under ultrasound guidance to ensure precise placement within the joint spaces. Repeat injections may be needed every 3 to 6 months.

     

    Indication for treatment: knee osteoarthritis

    Coming soon to Tall Tree Health...

Clinical focus

Dr. Sydney is dedicated to providing comprehensive care that addresses the unique health needs of her patients. She believes in establishing the foundations of wellness by optimizing nutrition, sleep, stress management and digestion. By fostering collaboration with other healthcare professionals, she ensures her patients achieve the best possible health outcomes.

  • Dr. Sydney is passionate about medical aesthetics, driven by her commitment to empower patients to enhance their confidence from within. Her mission is to help clients age gracefully while achieving natural-looking results. Dr. Sydney believes that the journey of graceful aging starts internally and is deeply rooted in the balance of overall wellness and the effective use of medical aesthetic treatments. She currently offers a range of services, including Microneedling, Neuromodulators (Botox), Platelet-Rich Plasma for Facial Rejuvenation, and Platelet-Rich Plasma for Hair Restoration.

  • Dr. Sydney provides advanced musculoskeletal injection therapies, including trigger point injections, perineural injections, prolotherapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and viscosupplementation, to address both acute and chronic pain conditions. Utilizing ultrasound guidance for precision, she aims to deliver effective solutions for sports injuries, joint pain, and other musculoskeletal issues. Her goal is to enhance quality of life and restore function through tailored care plans that meet the individual needs of each patient.

  • Your skin, the largest organ of your body, reflects your overall internal health. Dr. Sydney employs a gut-focused approach to enhance skin health from within, beginning with testing and treating the gut microbiome to address the root causes of your skin concerns. This method effectively targets a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and keratosis pilaris. By working closely with Dr. Sydney, you'll receive the guidance and support necessary to feel and look your best.

  • Hormone health is essential for overall well-being, as hormones play a critical role in regulating key bodily functions such as metabolism, mood, energy levels, and reproductive health. Dr. Sydney adopts a comprehensive approach to hormone health, emphasizing the identification of imbalances through thorough assessments and personalized testing. By understanding the complex relationship between hormones and overall health, she empowers patients with customized strategies that may include lifestyle modifications, nutritional guidance, and evidence-based treatments.

  • Health optimization is the proactive approach to enhancing overall well-being and maximizing the body’s potential for health and vitality. It involves a comprehensive assessment of various factors, including physical, mental, and emotional health, to identify areas for improvement. By integrating personalized strategies, such as nutrition, exercise, stress management, and lifestyle modifications, individuals can achieve a balanced and vibrant life.Dr. Sydney focuses on empowering patients to take charge of their health by providing tailored recommendations based on their unique needs and goals. Through evidence-based practices and ongoing support, she helps individuals unlock their full potential, improve their quality of life, and foster long-term wellness.