Contraception
Shouldn’t be a
Compromise
At the Integrated Health Clinic, we’re proud to deliver personalized, lifestyle-aligned contraception solutions that meet your unique needs and goals.
We Believe Your Contraception Has to Work With You, Not Against You
It’s time for solutions that truly put you first. Because you deserve options that respect your body, plans, and future. Our holistic, evidence-informed naturopathic approach means we consider your whole-body health and prioritize your comfort during each step of the journey.
Personalized Contraception Solutions
Experience contraception that works for you, including our revolutionary pain-managed IUD insertion and removal service.
IUD Insertion & Removal
Forget unnecessary pain and uncertainty. Our IUD insertions are pain-managed and ultrasound-guided to ensure maximum accuracy and comfort. Integrated Health Clinic is a member of the National Directory of Rapid Access IUD Centres of Excellence (RAICE), meaning our clinic has been identified as a destination for women seeking intrauterine devices that meet the following criteria:
- Expert intrauterine contraception insertion team
- Shortened wait times
- Self-referrals accepted
- Committed to quality of care
- Access to emergency contraception IUD
Hormonal Methods
Contraception options that regulate hormone levels during your cycle. We offer contraceptive patches, vaginal rings, and oral treatments.
Nexplanon® (Etonogestrel Implant)
Get up to three years of protection with a contraceptive implant. The implant is placed in your non-dominant arm (after a little freezing). It’s even safe if you’re breastfeeding or cannot take estrogen.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT IHC
Your Journey to Better Contraceptive Care Starts Here
- Initial Consultation: Meet with our experienced team to discuss your health history, lifestyle, and reproductive goals in a comfortable, judgment-free space.
- Personalized Assessment: Through comprehensive testing and evaluation, we’ll develop a clear picture of your unique health needs and contraceptive options.
- Treatment Discussion: Together, we’ll explore all available options, ensuring you understand the benefits and considerations of each approach.
- Implementation: Once you’ve selected your preferred method, we’ll create a detailed implementation plan.
Want to know more about all contraception methods available in Canada? Download the Contraception Methods Guide from The Society of Obstetricians
and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC).
OUR TEAM
Meet Our Doctors Who Deliver Contraceptive Care
Dr. Karen Parmar
Co-Founder & Medical Director, Integrated Health Clinic
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Karen Parmar is a co-founder and medical director of Integrated Health Clinic, Fort Langley and White Rock, BC. She has been a practicing naturopathic physician since 2000 and was president of the regulatory college from 2011-2015 and 2022-2024. She is a licensed ND in BC, Canada and Washington, USA. Dr. Parmar has maintained a practice in women’s health for the past 25 years, focusing mainly on infertility and recurrent miscarriages. She has developed a 6-phased approach to treating infertility, which explains her guide to assessment and treatment.
Dr. Karen Parmar is board-certified in IUD (intrauterine device) insertions. She utilizes ultrasound to guide the insertions and confirm proper location. She also offers pain-managed insertions, utilizing freezing to ensure well-tolerated procedures. She inserts IUDs for her own patients and also takes referrals from NDs and MDs throughout the Lower Mainland. She is listed on RAICE as a Rapid Access IUD Centre of Excellence and is an IUD trainer for SOGC and Integrative Reproductive Care.
She is a member in good standing of the following associations/bodies:
- British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA)
- Canadian Naturopathic Association (CAND)
- College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC (CNPBC)
- Infertility Awareness Association of Canada (IAAC)
- Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology Canada (SOGC)
- North American Menopause Society (NAMS)
Dr. Ashley Stapleton
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Ashley Stapleton completed her four-year Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, after earning a Bachelor of Science in Global Resource Systems from the University of British Columbia. Since beginning practice, she has pursued additional training with a strong focus on women’s health.
Dr. Stapleton provides comprehensive naturopathic care with particular expertise in peri- and post-menopause, hormonal health, menstrual concerns, digestive issues, thyroid disorders, and weight management. Her approach emphasizes identifying the root cause of symptoms, finding the best-evidence informed treatments, and, if needed, collaborating with other ND’s to bring you the best care. Depending on each patient’s needs, she may integrate nutritional and lifestyle counseling, herbal and nutrient supplementation, vitamin and iron IV therapy, prescription medications, Menopause Hormone Therapy/Hormone Replacement Therapy (MHT/HRT), and acupuncture.
Dr. Stapleton holds additional certification in:
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Cosmetic Botox
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IUD insertion and removal
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Vitamin and Iron IV Therapy
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Prescriptive Authority
Laura’s Story
We met with Laura to learn about her unique contraceptive needs, making neither assumption nor assertion as to what would best suit her.
Ready to Take Control of Your Contraception?
Your reproductive choices are too important for a one-size-fits-all solution. Feel the difference IHC contraception options can make and never compromise on comfort again.
START YOUR JOURNEY
Contact Us Today
Don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re ready to guide you in your journey, and will make every effort to provide you with the answers and treatment you need.
For new patients: Please click here to access our patient intake forms.
LEARN MORE
Frequently
Asked Questions
Find straightforward answers to our most commonly asked questions. Schedule a consultation when you’re ready, or contact us directly if you have more questions.
Naturopathic medicine at IHC is a distinct primary healthcare system that blends modern scientific medicine with traditional and natural forms of medicine. Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. It includes standard pharmaceutical treatments as well as evidence-informed natural therapies, including nutraceuticals, botanical medicine, injection and IV therapies, clinical nutrition, acupuncture, lifestyle counselling, health promotion, and disease prevention.
No, Naturopathic services, including lab testing, are not covered under MSP. However, Naturopathic services are often covered under many extended health plans, so it is important for you to check with your individual providers to clarify coverage.
No, a referral is not required. We simply ask that you give us a call so we can review your particular circumstance and recommend a doctor appropriate to your needs.
