OUR MISSION The Meridian Institute for Naturopathic Therapies (MINT) exists to help you in the enrichment of self, by creating opportunities to heal the mind, body and spirit. What better way to become a better you than by addressing your spiritual wealth, by maximizing your mental well-being and by optimizing your physical body. In traditional Chinese medicine, the word "meridian" (pronounced mə-rĭd'ē-ən) represents the pathways in the body along which vital energy flows. |
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STAFF Practitioners Jamila Owens-Todd, N.D. Naturopathic Doctor Photos   Jamila Owens-Todd graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (ccnm.edu), one of the six accredited medical schools in North America for formal studies in Naturopathic Medicine. After four years of intense naturopathic medical training, Jamila is now a Naturopathic Doctor with an exclusive interest in helping others to heal themselves. A Naturopathic Doctor is a teacher first, and Jamila has pledged to educate and enlighten all regarding their innate healing power. Jamila sees patients within her clinic, The Meridian Institute for Naturopathic Therapies (MINT), on a daily basis. She also instructs massage students in Clinical and Human Nutrition at The Healing Arts Center in Maplewood, Missouri. The driving passion that motivates Jamila is being an educator. She consistently lectures in her own classroom space at MINT. She has served as a guest lecturer at institutions such as St. Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis County Department of Health, various medical and chiropractic practices, community organizations, youth groups and in religious institutions. In addition to lecturing, Jamila has had two guest spots on Great Day St. Louis, on KMOV Channel 4 television, and has been interviewed on local television station STL TV. In addition to television, there have been guest radio appearances on KMOX AM 1120 as well as WGNU AM 920. Jamila has appeared in various print publications such as the Vanderbilt University’s school newspaper, St. Louis’ Vital Voice and in CCNM’s Alumni News. In her constant quest of education and staying well-informed in health, Jamila pursues continuing education on current integrative health care topics in order to further her plight into research of alternative medicine and therapies. Jamila has maintained a longstanding interest in the natural health care profession and has pursued rigorous studies in Naturopathic Medicine in order to better serve the public. In her studies, she has had the opportunity to work with a diverse patient base, treating a multitude of physical and mental ailments. Jamila has also worked in specialty clinics focusing on HIV positive patients and treating within Native- Canadian communities. Those highly sensitive patient settings, have molded the current patient-doctor experience today at MINT. Her career path started with studying the sciences at the University of Missouri-Saint Louis. Jamila completed her university education by obtaining Bachelor degrees in both, Chemistry and French. As a Chemist, She has worked for government, at the Food and Drug Administration and within the pharmaceutical industry at a top pharmaceutical company in the Research and Development Department. In addition to formal studies, Jamila has been involved within her community by volunteering as a youth mentor and has held a volunteer board member position for an organization responsible for incorporating science as an extracurricular option for youth. While pursuing the educational path of healing, Jamila has continued in volunteer efforts, she attended continuing education courses and has been an award winner for a number of bursaries; all making her a more informed and dedicated Naturopathic Doctor. Jamila is a wife and a mother and allows both titles to keep her on a constant path of growth and humility. While being born and raised in Saint Louis, Missouri, she lived in Toronto, Ontario in Canada for 6 years, before returning back to St. Louis to open a naturopathic practice. In addition to travels within Canada to cities such as Vancouver and Montreal, Jamila has traveled to Egypt, France, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Alberta Owens Naturopathic Nurse Attendant & Doula Photos Alberta has been in the healthcare industry for over 20 years. She has worked in a hospital setting in the areas of Rehabilitation and Oncology. Alberta has recently completed Doula training and is actively involved with expectant mothers and their physical, mental and spiritual health. OUR STAFF Management Jermain Todd Marketing & Operations Director Photos Jermain has been a marketing professional for over 7 years, working in several industries, including the healthcare industry. Jermain graduated from Lindenwood University in Saint Charles, Missouri, with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Marketing. OUR AFFILIATIONS The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) Professional Organization www.naturopathic.org The Touch For Health® Kinesiology Association (TFH) Professional Organization www.tfhka.org The Urban Health Initiative Community Organization www.urbanhealthfair.org Golden Grocer Other www.goldengrocer.com |