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Dr. Emalee Knudsen, ND, LAc
Naturopathic Physician and Licensed Acupuncturist

https://www.dremaleeknudsen.com/

Dr. Emalee Knudsen is a board-certified Naturopathic Physician and Licensed Acupuncturist, trained at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. With dual expertise in Naturopathic Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, she offers a uniquely integrative, personalized approach that bridges the wisdom of Eastern traditions with the science of Western medicine.

Dr. Knudsen completed an intensive two-year medical residency under Dr. Ilana Gurevich, ND, LAc, where she gained advanced training in gastrointestinal health. Since then her practice centers around the microbiome, gut-brain axis, hormone balance, dermatological concerns, and metabolic health.

Clinical Philosophy
Grounded in the naturopathic principle of Docere—“doctor as teacher”—Dr. Knudsen fosters a collaborative, compassionate environment where patients feel informed, empowered, and actively engaged in their healing journey.

Clinical Focus

Digestive Health
Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Microscopic Colitis, Celiac Disease, IBS, SIBO, methane overgrowth, Candida/SIFO, GERD, gallbladder dysfunction, bloating, nausea, chronic diarrhea/constipation, food allergies, liver detox support.

Hormonal/Endocrine Health
PCOS, Endometriosis, Menopause, PMS/PMDD, painful or irregular periods, thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, recurrent BV/yeast infections, metabolic disorders.

Chronic & Acute Pain
Back and neck pain, joint issues, fibromyalgia, arthritis, rheumatologic conditions, peripheral neuropathy, headaches.

Other Concerns
Anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, MCAS/histamine intolerance, sinus infections, food/environmental allergies, and dermatological complaints such as eczema and hives.

Pediatric Gastroenterology:

Note: Dr. Emalee Knudsen is not a primary care pediatrician. She serves as a pediatric specialty provider and works alongside your child’s primary pediatrician to provide comprehensive care. Concerns treated includes: Eczema and other dermatological complaints, constipation, diarrhea, allergies both environmental and food related.

Outside the Clinic
When she’s not caring for patients at Center for Natural Medicine, Dr. Knudsen enjoys browsing local farmers markets and grocery stores, cooking wholesome meals, and playing board games with her husband and four kids.

 

Accepted Insurances:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – including Anthem, FEP, and Regence
  • Cigna
  • Moda Health (Affinity, Connexus, Synergy)
  • PacificSource Health Plans – Billings Clinic EE Plan, UO Student, Legacy+, Navigator, Voyager
  • PacificSource Medicare Advantage
  • Providence Health Plans (commercial)

 

Pending insurance plans:

  • The following Medicaid/Oregon Health Plan (OHP) policies –
    • CareOregon
    • Columbia Pacific
    • Jackson Care Connect
    • Yamhill Community Care
    • Standard Medicaid, also know as Unassigned/ Open Card/ DMAP/ OMAP

Unable to accept or bill the following insurance plans:

  • Health Net
  • Humana
  • Kaiser
  • Motor Vehicle/Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
  • Providence Medicare Advantage
  • United Healthcare (including AARP, UMR, etc.)
  • Workers’ Compensation