What is Nefertiti Neck Lift? Learn how to get results without surgical intervention. In this blog you’ll learn the details associated with this technique. The neck is often the first to show our age and with a little intervention, we can get impactful results.

I am thrilled to announce the opening of our new clinic space, the Heal House in NE Portland. We have been diligently working away these past seven months to update the space into a comfortable, clean and inclusive space where all are welcome.

The question of how I went from practicing naturopathic medicine to a practice based in aesthetics comes up often. I made the decision to shift the focus of my practice from primary care to integrative aesthetics about 4 years ago. I know absolutely that I made the right choice for myself and the decision to make this move was intentional.⁠⁠

IV Therapy in NE Portland with Dr. Heather Friedman is a great way to replenish fluids! Learn how much water we need to drink, a quick DIY electrolyte drink recipe and how we can hack our way to hydration with IV therapy. Add-on a bag of IV fluids and electrolytes formulated for quick hydration, leaving you feeling revitalized and refreshed. This is an add-on to any service!

IV Therapy Treatments in Portland can be customized to your individual needs through micronutrient testing. With a simple blood draw, you can get a snapshot of your nutrient status so that we ensure you get what you need. This information can also be used to formulate a customized vitamin regimen and dietary recommendations to ensure your body is getting the nutrients it needs to optimize health.

Botulinum toxin A is a toxin derived from bacteria. It is the most common aesthetic treatment in the world and generally viewed as safe, effective, and largely devoid of side effects. Learn the most common, and not-so-common side effects and how you can prepare yourself for the best outcomes.

Dr, Heather Friedman offers Botox injections for axillary hyperhidrosis (AKA excessively sweaty underarms). Using the microtox technique, you can expect results to last an average of 6-9 months! This is a Botox treatment that can offer great results and lasting relief for the right candidate.

Dr. Heather’s background is in Naturopathic medicine which sets her apart from other aesthetic practitioners. Learn the principles of Naturopathic medicine and how Dr. Heather works to integrate these into her practice to achieve natural looking and lasting results.

For those of us investing in treatments like Botox, microneedling, and other injectables, having an intentional skincare routine with quality products will preserve and protect your investment. Learn how to integrate a comprehensive skincare routine to enhance outcomes.

As we move into Fall, the recommended skincare treatments change. To address the sun damage that occurs in the summer months, a combination of Skinpen microneedling with ‘no downtime’ glycolic acid peels is recommended to rejuvenation the skin and address hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and texture.

The brows play a big role in our overall aesthetic. Botox injections have the power to shape and contour the brows to your desired aesthetic. Learn the nuances associated with the Botox Brow Lift and Dr. Heather’s individualized approach.

Our skin responds to stress and excess and persistent exposure to stressors can negatively impact the health of our skin and potentiate the skin’s aging process. Learn strategies to mitigate the stress response and support radiate and healthy skin health.

Dr. Heather Friedman performs lifting techniques with dermal filler in her NE Portland location. In this week's blog, learn how she applies dermal filler to lift the lower face and add jawline definition, add volume to the middle cheek supporting the tear trough, and supports the nasolabial fold. Dr. Heather Friedman is a naturopathic physician specializing in medical aesthetics in NE Portland.

As a board certified and licensed naturopathic physician, Dr. Heather Friedman takes every opportunity to implement her studies. In her NE Portland clinic, Dr. Heather Friedman mainly performs cosmetic injectables such as botox and filler treatments however at home, she treats herself and family with nature cure when appropriate. Learn how Dr. Heather Friedman treats her daughter's common virus with botanicals, juices, and other nature cure remedies.

Botox injections in NE Portland are sold in measurements of units. An average cost per unit for Botox in NE Portland ranges from $12-$17. How much Botox we use depends on the individual and their goals. A full Botox treatment is 64 units with the range of Botox units between 20 - 80 units per session.

Beautiful skin comes first from a healthy body. In this week’s blog we talk beyond fillers and botox and look to nature for the motivation to move!

As with any medical grade aesthetic treatment in NE Portland, bruising can happen. Learn how you can best prepare for your next Botox appointment to minimize the risk of bruising with Botox injetoions.

Platelet-Rich-Plasma, or PRP, is a validated treatment for hair loss in NE Portland. Using YOUR OWN blood product, platelets are extracted and injected into the scalp to promote hair growth and thickness. This is a no-downtime treatment and the PRP for hair loss plan requires multiple treatments in NE Portland.