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Dr. Poppy's natural upbringing, raised by back-to-the-land organic gardeners, and her philosophy toward wellness and hormone balance, together have shaped her view of fertility, pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding. She has great admiration, awe and faith in life and the birthing cycle. Life and birth are simple, yet complex, essentially instinctual yet sometimes complicated. Although she began a traditional medical path, her own births caused her to redefine her view of healthy birthing. She came to appreciate and value the time and attention that women receive from the natural birth community. She envisioned brining together the best of hormonal and nutritional medicine with the woman-centered midwifery model of care. Her vision is for a birthing center with a focus on wholistic women's health as well as birthing care where physicians and midwives bring the best of both worlds together to support healthy moms and healthy babies. She has begun working with Jessica Henman, CNM, CPM, founder of the birth and wellness center in St. Louis, MO. As the vision becomes a reality, plans are rapidly evolving so pleased stay tuned to both websites for updates.

Through her own birthing experiences and caring for women during their reproductive years, Dr. Poppy has become an advocate for reducing unnecessary interventions, reducing the cesarean rate, and supporting vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). As a VBA2C (vaginal birth after two cesareans) mother, she has a desire to see each woman have a safe, BEST BIRTH FOR HER, whether that be a vaginal birth or a medically indicated cesarean. She believes that doula and lactation specialist support should be available to every pregnant woman, however and wherever she gives birth. The birth of a baby is one of the most exciting times in a family's life, a natural process that should not be taken over by fear, disrespect or control. Consideration and respect for the complex interplay of biology, chemistry, endocrinology, emotion, and spirit will allow the birthing process to be a positive experience and a united effort between family and healers from all perspectives.

She and Dr. Kim Wiseman work together to provide a true complementary approach to wellness. Dr. Kim is a naturopathic physician who is available for consultation in the Poplar Bluff office. Dr. Wiseman's belief as a Naturopath is that our bodies will become healthier when we restore proper nutrition and lifestyle. Our modern day food choices and our toxic environment dramatically decrease the ability of our immune system, digestive system, endocrine system, cardio-vascular system, reproductive system, and nervous system. When we supplement with the nutrition the body absolutely has to have to function in a healthy manner, we restore BALANCE which is incompatible with disease.

Dr. Wiseman does not diagnosis, treat, cure, or mitigate disease. She educates patients about natural supplementation to aid the body in restoring normal function, lifestyle modification, detoxification, and hydrotherapy.

Dr. Kim Wiseman received her undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She received her doctorate of naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. She and her husband Greg live in Poplar Bluff, MO and have three children. Please visit Dr. Wiseman's website at www.your-naturopathy-doctor.com.

Dr. Poppy has worked with many compounding pharmacies around the country to individualize hormone therapy. She collaborates extensively with Steve Horst, a compounding pharmacist in Jackson, MO, who specializes in bio-identical hormones. Steve Horst files compounded medications with insurance companies and many do cover these hormones. He has a fast and easy mail-order service.

Steve Horst, owner and chief pharmacist, is a member of many professional organizations, including: National Association of Community Pharmacy, past president of Missouri Pharmacy Association, Cape Girardeau County Pharmaceutical Association, Professional Compounding Centers of America, and International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists. These organizations provide information on ways to improve pharmaceutical care, which ultimately translates to better care for you and your family. He is also a member of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce, Southeast Missouri Medical Board and Jackson Rotary Club. He and his wife Carol live in Jackson, MO and have two children and one grandchild. Please visit Steve Horst's website at www.horstpharmacy.com.

Dr. Poppy also works very closely with Marty Michel, compounding pharmacist at Key Drug in Poplar Bluff.

Be sure to look for our hard-to-find natural and organic products for sale in our Poplar Bluff office and stay tuned for our online store coming soon!

We offer a wide selection of pharmaceutical grade supplements not available in stores. Dr. Kim and Dr. Poppy can recommend and clarify supplement regimens for the individual.

For patients who would like recommendations for high quality supplements Dr. Poppy recommends a line of supplements available through physicians only. Please view their website www.orthomolecularproducts.com for descriptions and call our office to obtain a code for placing orders.