HANNAH GALE ND, LAC 234 Soundview Avenue Fairfield, CT 06825
drhannahgale@icloud.com
(203) 572-2275
EDUCATION
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Cum Laude 2017
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine Bridgeport, CT
Completed a four-year accredited doctoral program including coursework and supervised practice in biomedical sciences, nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, physical medicine, hydrotherapy, generative medicine, nutrigenomics, mind-body medicine, pharmacology, and minor surgery. Considerable experience with pediatric, women, and under-served populations.
Thesis: Epigenetics and Naturopathic Medicine
Clinical Rotations
General Medicine
Women’s Health
Pediatrics
Mind-Body Medicine
Homeopathy
Physical Medicine
Generative Medicine
Free Community Clinics: pediatrics, geriatrics, HIV, drug rehab, Spanish speakers
Preceptorships
Kathleen Riley, ND, Newington CT
Virginia Nash, ND, Woodbridge, CT
James Sensenig, ND, Natural Health Associates, Hamden, CT
Patrick Fratellone, MD, Fairfield CT
Masters of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture 2013
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine Bridgeport, CT
Completed a three-year accredited masters program including channel diagnosis, Chinese and Japanese needling techniques, Medical Qi Gong, and Tui Na, and Moxibustion techniques
Awards: Excellence in Integrative Care
Activities: The Gathering Committee 2014, Naturopathic Medicine Awareness Week, Garden Club, Philosophy Club, Model Patient
Waldorf Teaching Certificate 1999
Arcturus Rudolf Steiner Institute Chicago, IL
Three-year program with coursework that included Child Development and Comparative Education, as well as training in the Waldorf Curriculum and the fine arts and crafts used in pedagogy. Concentration: Elementary School, but also training in Early Childhood and High School age
Thesis: Mathematics Across the Curriculum
Activities: Organization and participation in various educational, cultural, and community groups and programs.: Bio Dynamic Garden, Co-chair for Holiday Market crafts, costume support for Chicago Waldorf plays, etc
Masters of Fine Art- Directing 1991
Theater Department, University of Iowa Iowa City, IA
Completed a three-year program with a focus on Grotowski techniques and directing new plays
Teaching Assistantship: TA for Art of the Theater, faculty for: Oral Interpretation, Speech for the Theater, Acting I
Thesis: A new American adaptation of La Dame aux Camelias by Alexander Dumas fille
Bachelors of Arts 1988
Loyola University of Chicago` Chicago IL
Awards: Departmental Scholarship for Outstanding Student, Regional Award in Criticism ACTF 1987, Irene Ryan Acting Award nominee and finalist ACTF 1987.
HEALTH EXPERIENCE
Three Hares Healing New Haven, CT
Naturopathic Doctor/Acupuncturist June 2022-present
Practice naturopathic primary care as a specialist utilizing diagnostic exams, basic laboratory testing, and specialized functional tests
Assessment of risk factors, heredity and susceptibility to disease as well as obstacles to cure
Therapeutic approaches include: nutraceuticals, herbal medicine, homeopathy, physical medicine, mind-body medicine, nutritional and lifestyle counseling, and traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture
Wheelhouse Center for Health and Wellbeing
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine March 2020-present
Practice adjunct acupuncture therapy for Wheelhouse patients with appropriate Tui Na and other Chinese Medicine techniques when needed. Prescribe nutraceuticals and other supplement when needed for muscular skeletal and other care
Revive Wellness Center New Haven, CT
Naturopathic Doctor/Acupuncturist/Colonic Therapist December 2020-June 2022
Assessed risk factors utilizing diagnostic exams, basic laboratory testing, and specialized functional tests
Utilized therapeutic approaches including: clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, physical medicine, hydrotherapy, mind-body medicine, nutritional and lifestyle counseling, and acupuncture therapy
Provided colon hydrotherapy services
Center for Natural Medicine Watertown, CT
Resident Naturopathic Doctor / Colon Hydrotherapist Jan 2018- March 2020
Practiced naturopathic primary care as a resident for 6 months, then aa a pecialist utilizing diagnostic exams, basic laboratory testing, and specialized functional tests
Utilized therapeutic approaches including: clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, physical medicine, hydrotherapy, mind-body medicine, nutritional and lifestyle counseling, and acupuncture therapy
Provided colon hydrotherapy services
The Center for Excellence in Generative Medicine Bridgeport, CT
Intern August 2016 - May 2017
Assisted with patient visits during naturopathic student clinic shift with Dr. Peter D’Adamo
Provided direct patient care, analyzed labs, suggested treatment options, provided support under supervision
Schaffer Extended Care Center New Rochelle, NY
Intern May 2012-May 2013
Provided acupuncture services for patients in long term facility, as well as adult day care center under Dr. Charles Ford’s supervision
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Congregation Bethel Fairfield, CT
High Holiday Program Administrator and Children’s Service Leader 2013-2020
Coordinated all services and classes. Developed Prayer Book. Led services for young children and families. Also developed plays with community for holidays including a Southern Belle Purim Shpiel
Congregation Bethel Norwalk, CT
Hebrew School Teacher September 2017-May 2018
Taught Early-Childhood and Second Grade curriculum, as well as music. Curriculum was basic Hebrew and Jewish Holidays
Congregation Bethel Fairfield, CT
Hebrew School Teacher 2013-2017
Taught Hebrew through Movement under Rabbi Niema Hirsch. Taught Second Grade Hebrew and Holiday curriculum.
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School Newtown, CT
Elementary School Class Teacher 2001-2009
Taught main lessons, art, academic skills, recorder, and Hebrew as a class teacher and as supportive faculty. Developed original plays every year and supported other teachers with their class plays. Directed a community production of the Oberufer Shepherd’s Play yearly from 2001-2005
Middle School Science Certification 2006 from SENSRI Institute, Saratoga Springs Waldorf School, Michael D’Aleo. Developed middle school science program and demonstrations-based curriculum
The Museum of Science and Industry Chicago, IL
Education Specialist 1992-1993
Acted as host for the 100th Anniversary of the Chicago World’s Fair as “Bertha Potter Palmer” wrote biographical and historical monologues to intersperse between entertainment for theChristmas Around the World cafe.. Performed science educational play “Electric Theater” as part of the museum’s retrospective. Demonstrated audio to light pulse analogue in the Communications exhibit. Trained tour guides in interactive engagement techniques.
LECTURES / PRESENTATIONS / EVENTS
10 Supplements to Help You Survive the Winter, The Buddha Bistro, for the Center for Natural Medicine 2020
Bridgeport Walk & Talk Series, Answer participant questions on various health topics 2018 & 2019
Milford Library, Supplement Safety 2018
Stratford Library, Staying Healthy Through The Holidays 2018
Stratford Library, Introduction to Naturopathic Medicine & Tips for A Healthy Fall Season 2018
Bridgeport Farmers Markets, Introduction to Naturopathic Medicine 2015
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS
State of Connecticut Department of Public Health, Naturopathic Physician License #000612 2017 - Present
State of Connecticut Department of Public Health, Acupuncturist License#000609 2014-Present
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers 2018
Datapunk Bioinformatics (Peter D’Adamo, ND)
Opus23 Pro Certification 2017
SWAMI- Blood Type/Genotype Diet 2016
TRAININGS / CONFERENCES
Naturopathic Medicine Institute
Vital Gathering 3 2018
New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians
NYANP Annual Conference 2016, 2018
Naturopathic Doctor News & Review
Integrative Fertility Methods 2018
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine
Advanced Topics in Homeopathy
Webinars, Lectures, Distance Trainings
Continuing Education Ongoing
Topics: herbs, nutrition, homeopathy, mind-body medicine, lifestyle, functional medicine, diagnostic approaches, pharmacology, integrative treatment approaches
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association
Institute of Naturopathic Generative Medicine, past
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Online Learning Platforms: Experience using Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, Teams
Technology/Online: Experience using Google apps, EMR/EHRs, workflow platforms, online databases