Natural health expert opens practice in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH – People looking for new ways to improve their health can find the answers in a new Portsmouth practice focusing on holistic wellbeing through nutritional advice. Dr. Michael Blackman opened Complementary Applied Nutrition at 27 Albany St., Portsmouth, NH. The practice focuses on creating personalized diet and supplement programs designed to target individual patient needs. Dr. Blackman sees patients of all ages and backgrounds, many patients seeking help for fatigue, weight gain, inflammation, depression/anxiety, insomnia, hormonal issues, immune support, skin conditions, digestive issues and other concerns.
Dr. Blackman was formerly based in Dover, NH where he had a thriving chiropractic practice for over 20 years. While there, he also provided nutrition counseling. After seeing the benefits for his patients, he decided to specialize in the functional medicine aspect and moved to Portsmouth where he could more easily see clients from Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
“Complementary Applied Nutrition offers science-backed natural health solutions,” says Dr. Blackman. “We start with a detailed personal consultation, physical examination and several diagnostic tests. After getting the information we need and talking with patients about their concerns and goals, we create a personalized plan. Over the following weeks and months, we meet with patients regularly to assess their progress and personalize their program needs. »
As part of his diagnostics, Dr. Blackman offers a nutritional response test, which is a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine the underlying causes of poor health. When these are corrected through safe and natural nutritional means, the body can repair itself and more optimal health can be maintained.
Dr. Blackman notes that among his most frequent patients are women who work with children who suffer from fatigue and who may or may not also be battling hormonal issues. He notes that diet adjustments can make a big difference in energy levels. He also sees many seniors looking to maintain good health or who may be dealing with digestive or energy issues. Young people have also sought consultations, as many seek to find the best way to maintain good health as they age.
Since the practice opened, clients have been flooding in, forcing Dr. Blackman to already double his staff. “I think this kind of practice fills a need for many people who haven’t been able to get answers through other forms of treatment,” he says. “They also appreciate the fact that we are with them for as long as it takes to get results. We don’t just give you a pill and send you home; we start a relationship with you, perform regular assessments and help you lead a healthier life.
Dr. Blackman is passionate about his field and excited to help more people discover how nutritional assessment can improve health. “I’ve been in this specialty for a long time and have accumulated a huge body of knowledge,” he says. “I can’t wait to share this with those in need as I know it can be the answer to many health issues.”
For more information on Complementary Applied Nutrition, call 603-703-3643 or visit the website at www.canutritionnh.com.
Tom Raffio received the 2022 Annual Erik Cogswell Memorial Award by Seacoast Mental Health Center
CONCORD – Northeast Delta Dental President and CEO Tom Raffio received the 2022 Erik Cogswell Memorial Award from Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc. on Thursday, November 10. Tom has been recognized for his leadership and advocacy for accessible, high quality mental health care. The annual award was created in collaboration with Karin and Ed Cogswell in memory of their son Erik who committed suicide in November 1999. Since then, they have worked with SMHC to educate, support and provide resources to people living with a bipolar disorder and recovering.
Last spring, legislative leaders from both parties voted in favor of legislation to provide the first dental benefits to 88,000 adult Medicaid recipients and Governor Sununu signed the legislation on July 7, 2022. Tom Raffio, along with other defenders, lobbied for the benefits for more than two decades.
“Tom has dedicated much of his professional career and personal life to investing in the wider community by emphasizing the importance of mental health,” said Patty Driscoll, Vice President of Clinical Operations. for adult services at Seacoast Mental Health Center. “Through his leadership and advocacy, positive changes have occurred across NH State to increase access and quality of mental health services. More recently, he was instrumental in passing legislation directly affecting the Medicaid population – a population that greatly benefits from the services provided by our center. “
“Recognizing the significant impact that access to routine dental care can have on people living with mental and behavioral health issues, I am so grateful that our 25 years of education and advocacy have paid off. “, explained Tom.
Since 2009, SMHC has presented this award annually to recognize an individual for their outstanding contributions to improving the lives of people living with bipolar disorder and other mental and recovering illnesses.
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