Meet Your Healthcare Provider: Dr. Heidi Queen
Dr. Heidi Queen brings over 25 years of global medical experience to her practice, having cared for patients in 10 countries around the world. A graduate of Boston University School of Medicine, where she earned both her MD and a Master’s in Public Health, Dr. Queen was recognized for her academic excellence and community engagement by the Massachusetts Medical Society. She completed her residency in Emergency Medicine at Harbor-UCLA, a renowned trauma center, and began her career as a faculty member at Stanford University Medical Center, later teaching at UCSF Medical School.
With 20 years of experience in Bay Area hospitals, Dr. Queen has cultivated a comprehensive referral network with top medical specialists, ensuring her patients have access to the best possible care. She is also one of the founding members and a two-time participant in Bike Zambia, the largest charity AIDS ride in Africa.
Dr. Queen is uniquely trained in Functional Medicine, using natural foods and supplements to complement or replace conventional allopathic treatments. Certified by The Menopause Society, she is one of the few doctors in Marin County with this distinction, offering specialized care for women navigating menopause and related health challenges.
Combining her extensive medical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach, Dr. Queen is dedicated to helping her patients achieve longevity, vitality, and lasting happiness. Whether through personalized care plans or integrative solutions tailored to individual needs, she empowers her patients to take charge of their health and well-being.
Sydney Ponder, CPT Clinical Director
Sydney Ponder, CPT, Clinical Director at Energize Health & Hormone. A 2023 graduate from Boise State University, Sydney brings a wealth of healthcare expertise to her role.
As the onsite phlebotomist, she leads with dedication and compassion, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of care. Specializing in venipunctures, capillary draws, and meticulous specimen handling, Sydney combines precision with a warm, patient-centered approach.
Her deep-seated passion for healthcare drives her to support patients on their wellness journeys, promising both accuracy and efficiency in every procedure. Sydney is eager to expand her professional horizons and continues to positively impact the health and safety of her community.
Cherie Paige, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP)
Cherie Paige’s wellness journey began with a commitment to transforming her own health through natural, sustainable practices. She explored homeopathic medicine, chiropractic care, and a nourishing, whole-foods-based lifestyle, complemented by optimal supplementation. This intentional approach had a profound impact on both her physical and mental well-being, inspiring her to help others achieve the same vitality.
Cherie embraced the importance of high-quality, organic food, sourcing fresh local produce from farmers’ markets and overhauling her pantry to eliminate processed foods and toxic ingredients. By prioritizing nourishing meals, reducing stressors, and integrating targeted supplementation, she created a lifestyle designed for long-term health and wellness—for herself and her family.
As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), Cherie believes wellness is deeply personal, not a one-size-fits-all formula. She works with clients to craft individualized nutrition plans, incorporating whole foods, mindful lifestyle changes, and supportive supplementation to harness the body’s innate healing power. Learn more >>>
Ashley Swanson, FBCA
Ashley’s journey into natural health began with a deeply personal challenge. At just 15, she was diagnosed with a blood clot and lupus. The prognosis from her doctors was disheartening: a lifetime of medications, including blood thinners, with no hope for alternatives. No discussion of diet, lifestyle changes, or holistic solutions was offered—only fear-driven tactics and a prescription pad.
Determined to find a better path, Ashley embarked on a transformative journey. She earned a master’s degree in Nutritional Science, studied Functional Medicine, and worked closely with patients facing chronic illness. Through her work, she witnessed remarkable recoveries as patients addressed root causes such as gut health, micronutrient deficiencies, and toxin exposure while supporting cellular function. She saw firsthand how the body could heal itself when given the right tools and care—a stark contrast to the conventional model that often overlooks these factors.
Years of dedicated research, self-care, and functional medicine practices allowed Ashley to free herself from all pharmaceuticals and achieve her healthiest, most vibrant life. Learn more >>
