Claudia Bustamante, ND, MScN
About Me
I’m Dr. Claudia Bustamante, a naturopathic doctor with specialized training in IBD, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), and functional medicine. As part of the team at Foundational Medicine, I integrate evidence-based naturopathic approaches with functional medicine principles to address both acute concerns and chronic conditions. My clinical focus includes gastrointestinal disorders, women’s health, and cardiometabolic health.
My background as a licensed nutritionist with a master’s degree in nutrition and holistic health coach provides me with a comprehensive understanding of how nutrition impacts overall health. My mission as a doctor is to help patients understand their bodies and empower them to make lifestyle changes to optimize their health.
My passion for integrative medicine started while I was working as a nutritionist at a hospital. I saw a great need for a holistic approach to treat chronic diseases. This inspired me to pursue holistic health coaching, followed by a master’s in nutrition and a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine.
I conduct medical and educational visits in both English and Spanish, allowing me to serve a diverse patient population.
Education
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One-Year Residency, Capital Integrative Health/Bastyr University, with specialized training in IBD and FMT with Dr. Mark Davis
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Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, National University of Natural Medicine, National University of Natural Medicine, 2022
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Master of Science in Nutrition, National University of Natural Medicine, , National University of Natural Medicine, 2018
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Bachelor's in Nutrition and Dietetics, Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, Lima, Perú
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Holistic Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, 2016
Advanced Training
- Institute for Functional Medicine Certification Candidate. Completed Advanced Practice Modules in: Cardiometabolic Health, Environmental Health, Hormone Health, Immune Function, Bioenergetics, Gastrointestinal Health, Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP)
- Menopause Management & Hormone Boot Camp, Institute of Women's Health & Integrative Medicine
- Certified Mold-Literate Practitioner, Dr. Jill Crista Certification
- Integrative Pelvic Floor Therapy Certification
- Holistic Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Licensure & Professional Membership
Licensed in: Maryland and Colorado
Professional Memberships:
- Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
