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Dr. Melanie Hudson ND

About Dr. Melanie Hudson ND

Naturopath & Clinic Owner

Dr. Hudson is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of patients, guiding them towards health and more joyful lives through a personalized and integrative approach to their supportive healthcare.

Dr. Hudson enjoys working with patients of all ages and stages of life and has been supporting her patients and community with naturopathic medicine for over a decade. Her expertise primarily lies in addressing concerns related to digestion, thyroid management, hormone balancing, anxiety, energy levels, stress, burnout, allergies, food sensitivities, metabolic and cardiovascular conditions (both management and prevention), as well as optimizing fertility and pregnancy and ensuring healthy starts for infants and children.

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Commonly Supported Patient Types:
Adult men and women. Pregnancy, postpartum and newborn.

“I believe that with the right information, inspiration, and tailored care plan, we are all capable of achieving healing and optimal health.”

Since establishing Hudson Integrative Healthcare alongside my husband Sean Kosak, I have been committed to creating a multidisciplinary space that supports people with healthy living strategies, preventative natural medicine, and exceptional hands-on care.

Dr. Melanie Hudson ND

Additional Info

Qualifications & Services

Qualifications

Dr. Hudson is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, where she obtained a four-year post-graduate Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) degree. After graduating and completing the naturopathic board and licensing exams, Dr Hudson also completed the Ontario Prescribing Exam, enabling her to prescribe Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy. Dr. Hudson is dedicated to both her patients and to her own continuing education in the functional medicine healthcare field.

Dr. Hudson is a professional member in good standing with the Canadian Association of
Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) and a practicing
member of the College of the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Ontario (CONO).

Services

Naturopathic consultations including clinical assessments and diagnosis
Routine lab test ordering
Specialized lab test ordering
Nutrition and lifestyle counseling
Naturopathic medicine recommendations (including vitamins and supplements)
Acupuncture treatments

Additionally certified to:

Administer vitamin B12 injections
Prescribe bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) incl. NDT
Offer facial rejuvenation and cosmetic acupuncture

Commonly Supported Patient Populations

Infants and Toddlers (newborn to age 2)
Adults in Early Adulthood (ages 25 to 35)
Adults in Midlife (ages 35 to 45)
Adults in Later Adulthood (ages 45 to 65)

Commonly Supported Health Concerns

Dr. Hudson offers compassionate, evidence-based naturopathic care for a variety of health concerns, including:

Digestive complaints such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea, reflux, IBS, and IBD
Hormonal issues including PCOS, menopause, thyroid conditions, heavy or painful periods, and libido concerns
Emotional wellness, stress-related fatigue, anxiety, and burnout
Headaches and migraines
Fertility planning, pregnancy care, C-section recovery, postpartum support, lactation, and newborn wellness
Metabolic health including blood sugar balance, insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and cholesterol
Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions
General wellness, medication reduction, and nutrition-focused prevention

Special Areas of Interest

Dr. Hudson has a clinical focus in:

Women’s health across the lifespan — from menstrual health and fertility to postpartum recovery and menopause
Mental and emotional resilience through integrative support for stress, trauma, and fatigue
Infant and postpartum care, including lactation and C-section recovery
Personalized medicine guided by functional lab testing and patient-centered education
Preventive care and lifestyle optimization to help patients thrive long-term

Expanded Scope of Practice

Dr. Hudson has completed advanced pharmacological training and holds board certification to prescribe certain restricted substances within the naturopathic scope of practice in Ontario—an additional credential that most naturopathic doctors do not hold. This extended prescribing authority allows her to integrate pharmaceutical tools—such as bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and vitamin B12 injections—into individualized care plans when clinically appropriate.

Professional Affiliations

OAND: Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors
CAND: Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors
CONO: College of Naturopathic Doctors of Ontario

Academic History

Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree 2014
University of Western Ontario, Honours Bachelor of Science degree with a Major in Medical Sciences and Major in Biology 2010

Recognition

Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Awards 2023

Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Awards 2022

Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Awards 2020

Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Awards 2019

Diamond Winner | Best Naturopathic Clinic / Services
Platinum Winner | Best Nutritional Services
Platinum Winner | Best Naturopath | Dr. Melanie Hudson ND

Hamilton Community News Readers’ Choice Awards 2019

Diamond Winner | Best New Business
Diamond Winner | Best Naturopathic Doctor | Dr. Melanie Hudson ND

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