Nutritional Consultants

Paula Gallagher, B.A.Sc., Applied Human Nutrition

Paula graduated from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada and holds a degree in Applied Human Nutrition. She has since worked both in Canada and the United States as a nutritionist and wellness counselor in a variety of professional settings. She feels it is fundamentally important to provide nutritional education to people on how to maximize their health through diet, exercise, and supplementation. Paula has also conducted bone density screenings, body fat analysis, and cholesterol screenings, combined with lifestyle consultations based on the results. Paula has specialty knowledge on the subjects of cholesterol, weight loss, and osteoporosis.

Ron Keech, R.Ph.

Ron graduated locally from the University of Maryland and has been a compounding pharmacist for 29 years. Specialized training in (BHRT) bio-identical hormone replacement therapy places him as an expert in this area. Ron also has a special interest in pediatric compounds, many of which have helped seriously ill children going through transplant surgery, suffering from autism, and other debilitating conditions. As a top expert in compounding Ron has even been called on by the National Zoo to prepare medicines for a gorilla in need. The personal service element that addresses unique health issues is what Ron enjoys most about compounding.

Kevin Passero, N.D., Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Kevin Passero completed four years of post-graduate medical education at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon after receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Biology from the University of Colorado. His Naturopathic training included extensive exposure to patients under the guidance of Medical Doctors, Chiropractors, Naturopaths and Acupuncturists. In his practice, Dr. Passero focuses on restoring harmony to both the body and mind using advanced protocols that incorporate botanicals, homeopathy, vitamins, and nutrition. Through education and guidance patients are able to unlock the natural healing power contained within each one of us. Dr. Passero is a member of the Maryland Association of Naturopathic Physicians. He is also a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

Margo Schneider, M.S. Herbal Medicine

Margo holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Herbal Medicine. Having graduated from the first Herbal Medicine Master's degree program in the United States, she stands at the cutting edge of healthcare. A strong scientific background combined with extensive training in the clinical practice of Western Herbalism enables Margo to bridge the gap between conventional practitioners and traditional healers. As an herbalist and wellness counselor, she provides comprehensive care to her clients by developing personalized health plans incorporating herbs, nutritional counseling, as well as dietary and lifestyle recommendations.