Jason Frigerio, Naturopathic Doctor and Licensed Acupuncturist, is celebrating the 20th Anniversary of his medical practice, New Jersey Natural Medicine, with the same passion and commitment he had when he treated his first patient 20 years ago.

From the moment that a patient walks into the converted office building in Bedminster, N.J., with its inviting fireplace in the waiting room, their treatment has begun. 

“I never take it lightly when people seek my counsel,” Dr. Frigerio explained. “Often people come to me when they have explored all of their options and have started to lose hope, but they leave with a sense of optimism and are often able to overcome their chronic health challenges.”

Why Did He Choose Naturopathic Medicine?

When Dr. Frigerio was a pre-med student in college, he had the opportunity to sit down with practicing physicians. He does not recall any of them encouraging him to pursue a medical career. They pointed out that the overhead associated with medical malpractice insurance and billing staff was increasing, and that HMOs were having an adverse effect on the doctor-patient relationship. 

Then he was introduced to Naturopathic Medicine. “It was about treating the whole person and perceiving the body as a landscape. Chinese and Naturopathic medicine is very much like looking at the body as an ecosystem. As an environmental science major, it all made perfect sense to me.”

 Dr. Frigerio completed a six-year dual degree doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and his Master in Oriental Medicine from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon.

Since graduating, Dr. Frigerio has continued his studies; completing a two-year Biological Medicine training which culminated in an internship at the Paracelsus Clinic in Switzerland. Additionally, he is a practitioner and instructor of Qi Gong and meditation.

The Impact of Natural Medicine

Over the past 20 years, the demand for natural medicine has grown tremendously. “Both patients and conventional medical doctors recognize the value of a more holistic approach, and are a primary source of our word-of-mouth referrals,” he said. “Naturopathic and Chinese medicine has become part of the mainstream.”

Dr. Frigerio spends 1.5-2 hours on an initial visit speaking to the comprehensive nature of the care. He is dedicated to providing a safe and healing atmosphere sprinkled with a great deal of joy and laughter.

“We receive extremely positive feedback – from the parents of infants to a 98-year-old who has been coming in regularly for the past 18 years. I am deeply moved by the way my small practice has flourished,” he said.

“I provide a space to explore how to move forward and heal, trying my best to understand the best way to do so.” Dr. Frigerio said. “Instead of chasing symptoms, I identify and treat the cause. The body knows how to heal itself; you just have to allow it to do so by removing the obstacles to cure.”

One prime example of these healing principles hits close to home. His now 12-year-old son had come back from a family camping trip with a persistent cough that lasted for months. He was diagnosed with asthma and prescribed medication, but Dr. Frigerio insisted on conducting further research, including allergy testing.

As a result, he discovered that his son was allergic to Alternaria Alternata, a mold that grew on the siding outside of his bedroom and on his window sills, as well as the lining of the family camper roof. Shortly after his parents had the house power washed and the sills cleaned, the cough disappeared.

Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine

This time-honored tradition of acupuncture dates back 6,000 years, as confirmed by medical anthropologists who discovered an “ice man” in the Alps who had tattoo-esque markings that were found to be acupuncture points. 

“The evidence is in, Chinese medicine works. Insurance companies, including Medicare, are reimbursing for acupuncture.” The overwhelming demand for acupuncture and herbal medicine has led to the need for Kat Dunbar, a second acupuncturist to join the practice. “When I met Kat for the first time, I knew it was meant to be. It’s hard to describe how intimate and sacred this work can be, but she is the colleague I’ve been waiting for.” 

The Future Looks Bright for New Jersey Natural Medicine

Dr. Frigerio is also pleased to share his effective new supplement for the auto-immune condition Raynaud’s syndrome and is building a company to share his breakthrough treatment for this condition which affects some 15 to 30 million Americans.

“I am proud and happy to say that during the past 20 years, I have never been bored a day in my professional life,” said Dr. Frigerio.  “Every day is a new adventure, and for that, I am eternally grateful.”

 In May, the founder of New Jersey Natural Medicine and his staff will host a joyous party to mark this milestone, with a strong community presence. “We are looking forward to celebrating this gift. It truly is a dream come true!”

Founded by Dr. Jason Frigerio, New Jersey Natural Medicine is located at 2424 Lamington Road in Bedminster. For information call 973-267-2650 or email [email protected], and visit NJNaturalMedicine.com.  See ad, page 23.

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