About Me

Dr. Matthew Nagra

I grew up in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island, and from a young age had struggled with multiple health issues such asthma, allergies, and weight management.

It wasn’t until I took control of my own health and began transitioning to a plant-based diet that I noticed significant improvements, which was ultimately the catalyst for the career I’ve chosen. My goal is to help others do the same.

I graduated from the Boucher Institute after having completed my Bachelor’s of Science in Microbiology at the University of Victoria 4 years earlier. I hold additional board certifications in prescriptive authority, immunizations, advanced injection therapies, intravenous therapies, and acupuncture. Using an evidence-based approach, I create individualized treatment protocols for each patient based on their health goals and unique lifestyles.

I have a particular passion for plant-based/vegan nutrition, physical medicine, and chronic disease treatment. With additional training in nutrition, I hold a Plant-Based Nutrition Certification from Cornell University and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies where I’ve authored multiple articles on the subject. There’s certainly a lack of understanding around plant-based nutrition amongst healthcare professionals, sometimes resulting in practitioners recommending non-vegan treatment options to their vegan patients. My aim is to help that population thrive while maintaining their vegan lifestyle if that’s their goal. Beyond catering to the plant-based population, my passion for nutrition is only amplified by my personal health struggles and my father’s battle with cardiovascular disease, where we both were able to regain our health after making significant lifestyle changes. I believe this is where I can have the greatest impact in helping patients transform their lives by bridging the gap between lifestyle-based interventions and life-saving medical treatment.

Finally, although I may have certain areas of focus, I also have experience in treating people of all ages, backgrounds, and conditions, including:

  • Heart Disease
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Diabetes
  • Vegan/Vegetarian Diets
  • Digestive issues
  • Food sensitivities/intolerances
  • Cold/flu
  • Weight Loss/Management
  • Fatigue
  • Acne
  • Muscle & Joint Pain
  • Physical Injuries
  • Anxiety

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