Victoria is a graduate of West Coast College of Massage. Prior to pursuing this professional career path, she attended Douglas College for Foundation of Nursing. Victoria has a particular interest in Sports rehabilitation. She understands the importance of injury prevention and optimizing the outcomes of those undergoing treatments with the goal of recovery. She has worked with National Rugby 15s players. Victoria has a history of working with kids at a youth centre.
In her free time, she plays rugby, weightlifts, and kickboxes. Victoria is a very social person and loves to talk.
Dr. Wendy Tao, a licensed Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, completed her medical training at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM). She also has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Alberta.
With a focus in naturopathic and aesthetic medicine, Dr. Tao bridges the gap between the two by using the body’s natural processes to achieve optimal health.
Naturopathic treatments used by Dr. Tao may include clinical nutrition and lifestyle counselling, herbal medicine, homeopathy, vitamins & supplements, intravenous (IV) nutrition and chelation therapy, and functional lab and nutrigenomic testing.
Medical aesthetic services offered by Dr. Tao include Botulinum (Nuceiva, Botox, Dysport), dermal filler injections (Teosyal, Stylage), and PRP (platelet-rich plasma) for face and scalp.
Dr. Tao offers general practice with particular focus on:
- Environmental detoxification
- Chemical & food sensitivity
- Women’s health including menstrual irregularities, endometriosis, fibroids, yeast infections, breast health, PMS, PCOS, dysmenorrhea
- Peri-Menopause & Menopause including hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood imbalances, fatigue, bone health, poor memory, and low libido
- Adrenal insufficiency/fatigue
- Digestive disorders include indigestion, acid reflux, IBS, gas, chronic bloating, colitis, diarrhea, and constipation
- Sleep disorders
- Weight loss and management
- Cosmetic and therapeutic injections (e.g., TMJ, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), migraines headaches)
Dr. Tao has advanced injectables education in Botulinum and dermal fillers from CBAM (Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine). She has also completed courses in cosmetic and therapeutic neuromodulators, and dermal fillers injection certifications from Dr. Alibhai at MD Cosmetics.
Dr. Tao is in good standing with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC). She is also a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA).
Dr. Tao has authored several articles on natural health topics, and has co-authored a cookbook titled “Authentic Chinese Smart Carb Cookbook. She has also presented at various conferences and continuing education seminars. She is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
When not working at the clinic, she can be found hiking on trails around the Lower Mainland or appreciating gourmet food with friends and family.
Dr. Wendy provides her services through Pacific Coast Integrative Medical Centre Inc., a health profession corporation.
Makeo is our dedicated Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) with a passion for holistic wellness,
Makeo comes from an athletic background and is a former Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), where he excelled in coaching his clients in powerlifting and injury rehabilitation. His desire to deepen his expertise in injury recovery and rehabilitation led him to transition into Massage Therapy.
As a Registered Massage Therapist, Makeo now focuses on treating injuries and restoring functionality, using a combination of techniques such as Myofascial Release, Joint Mobilizations, Sports Massage, and Trigger Point Release. With a deep understanding of human anatomy and a keen ability to identify the root causes of pain, he helps clients recover, reduce pain, and improve mobility.
Committed to providing personalized care, Makeo empowers clients on their journey to recovery, ensuring optimal healing and long-term well-being.
