Hi, my name is Dr. Meagan Breining, and I am a Naturopathic Medical Doctor licensed in California, and New Hampshire. My patients usually call me “Dr. Meg.” I completed my four-year medical training at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. I also hold a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Biology from Biola University in Southern California.
I became interested in natural medicine after becoming a patient of my first Naturopathic doctor at the age of 12. Always fascinated by the compassion and intelligence of my own NDs, I wanted their knowledge, but had no idea that medical school was in my future. Years later, about to graduate from college, I applied to Naturopathic medical school and never looked back. My NDs helped me recover from chronic skin complaints (seborrheic dermatitis), chronic constipation, thyroid issues, weight issues, and mega period problems.
My main interests involve endocrinology, metabolism, family medicine, women’s health, fitness, and botanical medicine.
The conditions I most commonly treat include:
- Fatigue
- Hormonal imbalances:
- Amenorrhea
- PCOS
- heavy, painful periods
- peri-menopause/menopause/post-menopause
- Fertility: getting and staying pregnant, recurrent miscarriages, and pre-conception care
- Thyroid disorders, like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- Adrenal dysfunction, stress and circadian rhythm issues
- Nutrient deficiencies
- Acne, rosacea, keratosis pilaris, hives
- Celiac disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Obesity, metabolic syndrome, weight loss
- Mood issues: anxiety, depression, anger, lack of motivation
- Digestive complaints: GERD, reflux, SIBO, gas, bloating, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea
My approach uses both traditional Naturopathic medicine combined with Functional Medicine. Therapeutics I enjoy using with clients are diet/nutrition, exercise, IV therapy, botanical medicine, nutritional supplements, and counseling. I feel like it’s my job to think critically and holistically about your health, and I consider myself a health detective.
I am a thyroid-, Paleo-, gluten-free/Celiac-, and disordered eating-savvy doctor.
I grew up in New Hampshire, but moved to California for college to get out of the snow. After college, I moved to Seattle, WA, to get my Naturopathic Medical Degree. Surprisingly, I did adjust to the rain! After medical school, I practiced in San Diego for 4 years. Then I moved to Boise, Idaho, with my husband, Shane, where we lived for 2 years. In 2023, we moved to New Hampshire to be close to my family. Shane is loving the snowy winters! We are enjoying all four seasons and being close to family.
In my free time you’ll find me spending time with my husband Shane, young daughters Grace and Lucy, or dog Polar (@polarthefloof). I like to take long walks, climb mountains, lift heavy weights in our home gym, and research health-related and mama-related topics. I consider myself an amateur chef and enjoy creating delicious (gluten-free) recipes for my loved ones. I even used to have a food blog!