About Dr. Tayler                                                           

Tevna Tayler, ND, the owner of Wildhorse Naturopathic Medicine, LLC, is a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Arizona. She graduated from The Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM) in Tempe, Arizona, with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine in July 2008. Dr. Tayler also has half of an MS in Information Technology from Sacred Heart University, a BA in Psychology from the University of South Alabama (Cum Laude, 1995) and an AA in Theater Arts from the University of Florida (1986), where she began her medical education as a pre-med Theater major and hospital volunteer. Before becoming a doctor, Dr. Tayler worked in the software development industry for about 15 years, first as a developer and then as a technical writer and trainer. In 2000, she opened a technical communications consulting business and she has also worked as an adjunct professor with several universities, teaching courses in a variety of subjects.

Dr. Tayler enlisted in the US Army in 1986, became very sick during her four years on active duty, and lost interest in attending traditional medical school after years of unsuccessful medical treatments. It was not until she discovered naturopathic medicine almost 15 years later that Dr. Tayler re-gained her interest in becoming a physician and she moved her family from Connecticut to Arizona in 2004 to study naturopathic medicine at SCNM. Dr. Tayler recovered her health completely with the help of naturopathic medicine and now is glad to be able to provide you with the same sort of medical care that changed her life, hoping that it will change yours, as well. Dr. Tayler believes that that medicine is as much of an art as it is a science and there are many pathways to healing, not all of them immediately obvious to the rational mind.

Dr. Tayler has a particular interest in Homeopathy and she has been studying it for almost 20 years. She currently teaches some weekends at the new Western College of Homeopathic Medicine in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where she is also learning to deepen her understanding of her Classical Homeopathy training by studying the Vital Sensation approach developed by Dr. Rajan Sankaran and his father in India.

In addition, Dr. Tayler is a member of the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) and she recently completed the new IAPAM training program in medical weight management, including hCG prescription and supervision, making her one of only a handful of physicians in North America with this certification. Dr. Tayler uses the IAPAM protocol for patients interested in medically-supervised weight loss with hCG, and who are medically appropriate candidates for this protocol. She also tailors a variety of weight management programs to individuals - both those with normal health and those with unusual situations or special concerns.

Note: The FDA states that, "HCG is a hormone extracted from the urine of pregnant women. It is approved by teh FDA for the treatment of certain problems of the male reproductive system and in stimulating ovulation in women who have had difficulty becoming pregnant. No evidence has been presented, however, to substantiate claims for HCG as a weight-loss aid"

Because of this, the use of hCG in weight management programs by all physicians is considered "off label" and it is also only possible to obtain hCG (legally) by prescription. The hCG that you see advertised on the internet without prescription is either not hCG or it is from a questionable source - possibly contaminated and definitely not legal. The exception to this may be legitimate homeopathic preparations that may be created from pure hCG sources. However, as of this date, Dr. Tayler has seen no evidence that hCG works to assist with weight management when used in a homeopathic preparation, although she is willing to work with you on trying it. Dr. Tayler follows all laws regarding this and all other prescription substances and therefore cannot offer prescription services outside of Arizona or with patients that she has not personally examined.

About Wildhorse Naturopathic Medicine (WHHAS)

Dr. Tayler chose the image of the wild horse for her medical practice because it is her goal to help you become strong and free from the limitations of your health problems like the wild horse is strong and free in its natural environment.

The focus of Dr. Tayler is currently on a combination of Homeopathic treatment and lifestyle changes for patients who either struggle with weight management and improving their fitness levels but who otherwise have no health concerns and also with patients who have health concerns (physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual) and would like to explore a unique healing process either in conjunction with their current treatment plans or independently. Dr. Tayler also sees children, and she provides consultations on healthy living for couples and families in their homes, as well.

Note: Outside of the state of Arizona, Dr. Tayler is not a licensed physician and so cannot diagnose and treat disease, order laboratory tests, or perform physical exams. However, she does travel and offer lifestyle consultations, lab test explanation and review, information about already-diagnosed health conditions from a Naturopathic perspective, and Homeopathic treatment in areas of the US and Canada where this is permitted. Please contact Dr. Tayler directly for more information.

To find out more about naturopathic medicine, visit The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians as well as FAQ on Naturopathic Medicine.

For Information on the services offered at Wildhorse Naturopathic Medicine please visit the Services Page.