Ericha Clare

Ericha Clare is an Instructor and Course Developer in the Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine (HNFM) and Naturopathic Medicine (NMD) programs at the University of Western States. Her roles include curriculum development and teaching functional medicine principles across both undergraduate and graduate programs. She specializes in integrating eastern and western medical philosophies, with a focus on aging well, resilience, and patient empowerment through holistic practices.

Education:

• Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND), National University of Natural Medicine (2007)
• Masters in Acupuncture, National University of Natural Medicine (2008)
• Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Portland State University (1998)

Dr. Clare’s research interests emphasize functional medicine, integrative healthcare approaches, and the application of evidence-based strategies to enhance patient vitality and independence. She has pioneered curriculum design for patient navigation and advocacy programs, blending service learning and outcomes-based methodologies.

Clinical and Professional Contributions:

• Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (Oregon/Washington)
• IFM-Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (IFMCP)
• Medical textbook reviewer and curriculum articulation consultant
• Public educator through healthy cooking demonstrations and community lectures

Labs/Teams: Leadership in developing interdisciplinary programs linking academic institutions with community partners to advance patient advocacy initiatives.