Dr Dami Familoni is a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist and nutritionist specializing in family medicine and chronic diseases. On a first visit with Dr Familoni, she will take time to get to know your story in order to uncover the underlying cause of your condition. Dr Familoni combines the wisdom of nature with the rigours of modern science by keeping herself up-to-date on the latest scientific research and incorporating this evidence into her treatments. In addition to her knowledge of conventional medicine, Dr Familoni utilizes naturopathic modalities such as homeopathy, botanical medicine, functional medicine, individualized nutrition and counseling to help facilitate the body’s inherent ability to restore and maintain optimal health. She will send you home with a comprehensive naturopathic treatment plan, as well as educate you on how to achieve your health goals.
Dr Damilola Familoni, NMD, MHA, M.S.Ac (Acupuncture), M.S (Nutrition) is a naturopathic medical doctor, health administrator, acupuncturist and nutritionist. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Performance/Sports Medicine at Howard University, Washington DC, USA, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She later graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a Master’s degree in Health Care Administration focusing on public health. She worked at the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene where she did research that focused on Chronic Diseases.
After leaving the State Department, she joined a hospital system called Life Bridge Health (Sinai Hospital of Baltimore) where she worked on research involving health professional shortage areas and their impact on chronic diseases. The conclusion of her research cumulated into a manual that serves as a resource used by health departments to reduce health professional shortage areas and healthcare costs in their communities.
Her research findings had a big impact on her and influenced her journey into wellness and prevention. She enrolled in one of the best naturopathic medical colleges in America, where she spent six years in medical school learning about the human body, pharmaceuticals, nutrition, wellness and prevention. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Bridgeport, Connecticut USA with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, Master in Nutrition and Master in Acupuncture.
She has continued her educational journey and wishes to serve her patients with her knowledge and skills. Her love for wellness and prevention led her into the world of integrative medicine where she works with other medical professionals to offer services that promote health in all her patients. Her company’s slogan, “Inducing Health One Patient at a Time” describes her mission.
Dr Dami Familoni is the Consultant and Chief Executive Officer of a unique clinic named Healthy Life Starts Pain and Wellness Centre based in Lekki, Lagos. The centre offers help for individuals battling chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, migraines, infertility, PMS, arthritis and pain conditions.
It was in recognition of her contribution to national development in the field of Natural Medicine that Dr Damilola Familoni was conferred with the Woman of Merit Gold Award in 2016.