Dr.Barton graduated from Bastyr University in 1983 and has been practicing Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture in the Boston area for over 25 years. He treats adults and children who have acute or chronic conditions, or unusual conditions that have been difficult to diagnose and/or treat with other modalities. In addition to general naturopathic pediatrics and adult care, Dr. Barton specializes in treating autoimmune diseases, cancer treatment support, digestive complaints, microbiome enhancement, chronic fatigue and hormonal or thyroid imbalances. He also sees a large number of patients with injuries from sports or accidents. His treatment modalities include botanical medicine, homeopathy, nutrition, supplements, acupuncture and therapeutic magnets.
Dr. Barton is the former president of the Mass. Society of Naturopathic Doctors and the Mass. Acupuncture Society. He has been a regular speaker at the American Association of Naturopathic Physician’s annual conference since 1996 where he has lectured on successful naturopathic treatments in general practice as well as the use of therapeutic magnets for the treatment of pain. Dr. Barton was selected as Physician of the Year for 2011 by the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
When not at work, Dr. Barton’s other interests include his family, loud music, chocolate and basketball.
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