Dr. Laura Feder
I would love for you to be my patient, but sometimes, you may need to see someone else other than me. Whether your condition is out of my scope of practice, or I just think a different approach or practitioner will be a better fit or complimentary to what we’re doing, I often refer patients to other great practitioners – big bonus if that practitioner is holistic-minded.
I like to think of good practitioners as an extension of my own tool box. When I need more support (either personally or professionally), I reach into my kit and find the right modality and practitioner to fit my needs. I encourage you to to the same.
What is a holistic practitioner?
Holistic health is about looking at the big picture, not just slapping a bandaid on every issue. A holistic practitioner takes into consideration the whole person – mind, body, spirit – when considering a person’s condition, diagnosis, and treatment. Holistic treatments aim to address the symptoms as well as the root cause of an issue whether it be neck pain, digestive upset, or an autoimmune condition. Holistic practitioners tend to guide a patient to wellness and self-healing rather than just trying to offer a quick fix for things that aren’t working.
So, I’d like to introduce you to some skilled and compassionate practitioners I know. This week, meet Lauren Feder, M.D.. My children see Dr. Feder (and Karen Jacobs her wonderful Physician’s Assistant) when they need western medical care. Dr. Feder’s practice is a rare find as they combine traditional western care with homeopathic and herbal approaches. They also place an important emphasis on nutrient dense diets.
Your business name and website: The Medical Group of Lauren Feder, M.D. www.DrFeder.com.
What do you do: I specialize in primary care medicine, pediatrics and homeopathy. I have a holistically minded approach and aim to combine the ‘best of both worlds,’ I also frequently provide lectures for parents and professionals.
Where’s your office: I’m located at 6399 Wilshire Blvd. Ste 1010 Los Angeles, CA 90048.
Who are your patients/clients: Children and adults. Mostly children (they come first in the family).
What tools do you use the most? Mostly homeopathy and herbal medicine. On occasion, standard allopathic medicine.
What sets you apart from others in your field: My holisticallly minded approach from well-baby visits to adult physical exams. In my vaccine-friendly pediatric clinic, I offer separated thimerosal-free vaccines, along with remedies for immune strengthening.
What do you love about your practice: That patients appreciate being offered the ‘best of both worlds.’ It is very gratifying to be able to practice in a holistic fashion.
Dr. Feder and her husband Rene collecting their garden bounty.
The most common conditions you treat: As a classical homeopath the following are the common conditions I treat are:
- For infants and children: Colic, thrush, teething, diaper rash, ear infection, colds/flu, fevers, Attention Deficit Disorder, skin rashes, and behavior issues.
- Women’s health issues including: Fertility, PMS, fibroids, menopause, conditions during pregnancy, natural childbirth/easier delivery, mastitis, post-partum depression.
- For adults: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, anxiety, depression, allergies, neck/back pain, sports injuries, colds/flus, eczema, and psoriasis.
Your favorite success story: A 6-year old autistic boy who hugged his mother for the first time, after being given a homeopathic medicine.
What’s your secret to your own health and well being: The daily aim for harmony and balance, as a mother, doctor, wife and spiritual human-being amidst the ups and downs of life.
What’s your favorite health food: I love a good salad Nicoise complete with olives, feta cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette.
We all have one – what’s your guilty pleasure: Tarte tartin, and also popcorn with real butter and sea salt!
Thanks, Dr. Feder!
Dr. Feder and her handsome family.
Want to be a featured Holistic Kid practitioner?
Please email me at emily AT holistickid dot com with the answers to the above questions (at the very top of the post), and a minimum of five photos (more is better).
Note: Please send me LARGE photos. Minimum 610 width. If they’re too small, I can’t use them. As much as I’d love to include all the photos I receive, I can’t guarantee that I will use your photos in the series. I’m looking for creative, good quality photos.
Some ideas for photos:
At least one photo of yourself, ideally in your office, possibly working with a patient, candid preferred – we want to see the real you, not the press-release version of you!
Show us your office – your treatment room, reception area, the car you drive to your house calls if your practice is mobile, or any interesting features inside or out of the place you work.
A photo of your favorite tools of trade.
Show us your personal side – hobby, sport, favorite place, or something that makes you human.
And no, you don’t have be local to Los Angeles to be included – we’d love to meet Holistic Kid practitioners around the globe!
