Eli Morales, ND, has joined SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Ridgefield. Morales, who has received advanced training in the treatment of Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses, seeks to empower his patients to activate their body’s natural ability to heal through nutrition, herbs, hydrotherapy and homeopathy.

He is a licensed naturopathic physician who trained at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. He has a special interest in cardiology, diabetes, men’s health and anthroposophic medicine.

Before becoming a doctor, he was an elementary school teacher who was drawn to teaching children about the world around them. As a doctor, he combines his teaching skills and medical training to guide patients through the journey of health. One of the six principles of naturopathic medicine is docere, which is Latin for “to teach”. Educating patients is at the center of his practice.

To make an appointment, call 203-587-8527 or visit INM.center  Location: SOPHIA Natural Health Center, 31 Old Rte 7, Brookfield. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 56.