Jacqueline Jacques, ND Member of YOR Scientific Advisory Board

BIO - Jacqueline Jacques, ND
Dr. Jacques graduated as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from The National College of Naturopathic Medicine in 1997 and is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) with over 10 years of experience. Much of Dr. Jacques career has been spent in the dietary supplement industry as a formulator, speaker, writer, and educator. She has dedicated the vast majority of the past five years of her life to the weight loss surgery community, teaching medical nutrition and advocating for standards in nutritional care. Acknowledged for her general expertise in natural medicine, Dr. Jacques appears as a guest on radio and television and writes for several publications including Nutrition and the MD, Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, Bariatric Times, Today's Dietitian, and Integrative Health Retailer. She has also contributed to several books on natural medicine, including Prevention Magazine’s The Doctors Book of Home Remedies, and is the author of the clinical guidebook Micronutrition for the Weight Loss Surgery Patient. Dr. Jacques was named Health Professional of the Year in 2004 by Bariatric Support Centers International and currently lectures both nationally and internationally to health professionals and the public alike. Dr. Jacques is also is the top volunteer expert in both the categories of Naturopathic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery for About.com.

Shortly after graduating from the prestigious National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon, the oldest existing college of natural medicine in the United States, Dr. Jacques moved to California in 1999 and founded Well Path Incorporated, a natural medicine consulting business. She then proceeded to consult in virtually all areas of the natural products industry. In 2002, Dr. Jacques became one of the founders of Bariatric Advantage, a company dedicated to providing the best of nutritional care to weight loss surgery patients. She currently serves as the Chief Science Officer for this company. In addition, Dr. Jacques sits on the Board of Directors for the national non-profit organization, The Obesity Action Coalition, the Advisory Board for the Samueli Center of Integrative Medicine at University of California, Irvine, and the Board of Directors for a privately held nutrition company.

A current resident of Southern California, she has two beautiful sons, ages 6 and 9. In her free time she is passionate about reading, cooking and spending time at the beach. Dr. Jacques says her greatest love is empowering individuals to better their own health, and she has sought out platforms both personally and professionally to allow her to do so to the greatest degree.

Additional Reading:
The Doctors Book of Home Remedies
by Prevention Health Books, Prevention Magazine

Micronutrition for the Weight Loss Surgery Patient
Full-length clinical book published by Matrix Medical Comminications, Edgemnt, PA.

Dr. Jacques CV:

P R O F E S S I O N A L   H I S T O R Y
2002 - present Chief Science Officer, Bariatric Advantage (BA)
Responsible for full oversight of all product development; creation of support literature and product education materials; direct support to physicians/consumers; provide guidance for research initiatives. BA is a subsidiary of CLS. Job also includes frequent speaking to both physicians and patients, creation and presentation of CME. In addition, it is fair to say that I am now one of the top recognized experts in North America on the subject of nutrition and weight loss surgery.

2000 - present President, Well Path, Inc.
Well Path was formed by Dr. Brett Jacques and myself to encompass our consulting, writing, product development, and lecturing services for the natural products industry. We work specifically in the areas of dietary supplements, medical foods, functional foods and cosmeceuticals. We have developed products for mass retail, health professional, direct sales and MLM markets. Our experience encompasses raw materials, manufacture, and finished product. We specialize in creative products, patented formulation and evidence-based medicine. We also offer consulting services related to line expansion, new market development, and assessment of regulatory compliance. More details are available on request.

2000 - 2002 Technical Advisor, VitaminMD.com
Answer questions about natural medicine and product use for members and health professionals

1997 - 2003 Naturopathic Physician
Private practice in Naturopathic Medicine focusing on the treatment of women, children, and pain management.

1997 - 1998 Naturopathic Physician, Resident
One-year residency in Naturopathic Family Practice and Pain Management.

E D U C A T I O N

1998 - 1999 National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Candidate for Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Completed 5 quarters towards masters

1997 - 1998 Residency in Naturopathic Family Practice and Pain Management

1992 - 1997 National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Graduated as Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine

1990 - 1992 Lewis and Clark College, English Literature and Health Sciences

1987 - 1990 Reed College, English Literature

O T H E R   E D U C A T I O N

1999-2002 Annual Trainings with American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine

1997-2001 Annual Trainings with American Academy of Pain Management

1997 Prolotherapy Intensive through University of Wisconsin, Madison

1997 - 1998 Neural Therapy A and B through the American Academy of Neural Therapy

1993 - 1996 Annual “Spring Trainings” in natural hormone therapy with the Broda Barnes Foundation

1989 - 1990 Oregon School of Massage

P U B L I C A T I O N S,   I N T E R V I E W S,   L E C T U R E S

2006 August Micronutrition for the Weight Loss Surgery Patient . Full-length clinical book published by Matrix Medical Comminications, Edgemnt, PA.

2005 May Chairperson and speaker for University of California, Irvine Women’s Wellness Day. Chair-elect for 2006

2005 February Updates on Bariatric Nutrition. Cleveland Clinic, Weston Florida

2004 May Chairperson and speaker for University of California, Irvine Women’s Wellness Day. Chair-elect for 2005.

2004 March Keynote address for Phoenix Wellcare Spa Conference, Napa, CA

2003 June Pre-existing Nutritional Deficiencies and Evaluation, American Society of Bariatric Surgery annual meeting, Boston, MA.

2003, January Natural Medicine and Menopause: Current Topics, Las Vegas Nevada

2002, November Nutritional Status and Surgical Outcomes in Gastric Bypass Patients, Training for Bariatric Surgical Support Centers International, California

2002, November Nutritional Support for Bariatric Surgical Patients, LA County-USC Medical Center

2002, November Publication in Beyond Change Obesity journal, “What to Look For When You Shop For a Vitamin”

2002, September Nutritional Support for Bariatric Surgical Patients, University of California Irvine

2002, September Nutritional Status and Surgical Outcomes in Gastric Bypass Patients, Annual Meeting of Bariatric Surgical Support Centers International, Utah

2002, April Common Herb Drug and Nutrient Interactions, Costa Mesa, CA

2002, April Nutrition and Weight Management, Costa Mesa, CA

2001, October “Alternative Medicine for Immune Health,” Santa Barbara, CA

2001, October Understanding Quality Issues in Nutritional Supplements,” Santa Barbara, CA

2001 , September American Academy of Pain Management Physicians on the topic of “Menopause, Pain, and Sexual Dysfunction.”

2001, August “Alternative Medicine for Immune Health,” Gilroy, CA

2001, July “Natural Medicine for PMS, Menopause and Female Sexual Dysfunction,” Kahului, HI

2001, July “Clinical Uses of Essential Fatty Acids,” Kahului, HI

2001, April “Insulin Resistance,” Toronto, ONT

2001, April “Alternative Therapies for Cardiovascular Health,” Toronto, ONT

2001, April “Alternative Medicine for Immune Health,” Detroit, MI and Toronto, ONT

2001, March “Clinical Uses of Essential Fatty Acids,” Costa Mesa, CA

2001, January “The Role of Antioxidants in Skin health and Protection,” Las Vegas, NV

2000, September American Academy of Pain Management Physicians on the topic of “Menopause, Pain, and Sexual Dysfunction.”

1998 - 1999 Series of interviews with Rodale Press for two publications to be released 1999.

1999 Radio interview for nationally syndicated health show with Carol Simontachi on the subject of Natural Medicine for Fibromyalgia.

1997 - 1999 Contribute to, edit and publish a quarterly clinical newsletter distributed to over 1000 people and on the Internet.

1997 The Whole Mind Catalog , chapter on Herbal Medicine for Mental Health. New Hope Media, 1998.

1996 The Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients , article on the use of testosterone in hormone replacement therapy.

I N T E L L E C T U A L   P R O P E R T Y

US Patent Number 5,745,055 for Foot-operated Multi-directional Sensing Device, issued in April 1998

3 additional patents pending for dietary supplement formulations

B O A R D S E A T S   &    P R O F E S S I O N A L   M E M B E R S H I P S

Board member, Samueli Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine at University of California, Irvine

Executive Board Member, Obesity Action Coalition

Board Member, Promax Nutrition (I sit on this board on behalf of their investment group, Marwit Capital of Newport Beach)

Past Board Member, California Naturopathic Doctors Association

American Association of Naturopathic Physicians

California Association of Naturopathic Physicians

O T H E R
Expert, About.com. I am the top volunteer expert in both the categories of Naturopathic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery.