root-cause medicine, whole-person care
For those seeking an alternative to “here, take this.”
Meet Dr. Cris Azzola, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who blends evidence-based medicine with warmth, curiosity, and collaboration—helping patients uncover root causes, restore clarity, and build lasting vitality.
What You're Experiencing
Too many patients spend years searching for answers without real progress. Dr. Cris hears these stories every day and helps people finally find clarity, confidence, and lasting relief.
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You have the lab results, yet the symptoms continue. Fatigue, brain fog, and discomfort linger while you are told nothing is wrong. You are ready for someone to connect the dots and take your concerns seriously.
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You want results that last, not another supplement stack or diet trend. You know true healing means understanding how your body systems work together and finding balance that supports your life long term.
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You want to feel better without giving up everything that brings you happiness. You are looking for an approach that values both discipline and enjoyment, built for real life rather than rigid restriction.
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You are skeptical but still searching. You need a doctor who listens, investigates deeply, and creates a plan grounded in evidence and collaboration.
care that connects the dots
Guided by curiosity and grounded in care, Dr. Cris’s approach helps patients uncover root causes, restore resilience, and feel empowered in their healing.
1. Root-Cause clarity
Health issues rarely exist in isolation. Dr. Cris investigates the connections between the brain, gut, immune system, and environment to reveal the full picture. Together, you create a plan that restores clarity and confidence.
2. Terrain-Based Cancer Support
Healing starts with strengthening the body’s internal environment. By supporting metabolic, immune, and detox pathways, Dr. Cris helps reduce side effects, boost recovery, and build the conditions for healing.
3. Vitality by Design
For high performers and longevity seekers, health is an investment. With functional testing, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies, Dr. Cris helps optimize energy, focus, and long-term wellness.
4. Evidence-Based Natural Medicine
Every treatment is backed by research and personalized to the patient. Dr. Cris combines evidence-based practice with individualized, integrative care to create safe and sustainable outcomes.
your pathways to healing
Homeopathy
Botanical Medicine
TERRAIN-BASED Cancer CARE
Hydrotherapy
Genomic Testing
Diet & Lifestyle Strategies
Vitamin & Mineral Support
Where Evidence Meets Empathy
Dr. Cris Azzola ND offers whole-person care that connects science, intuition, and genuine partnership. Every visit begins with listening deeply to understand your story and the systems behind your symptoms. Instead of quick fixes, she focuses on uncovering root causes and designing a clear, research-based path to lasting health.
Informed by her Romanian heritage and shaped by years of clinical practice, Dr. Cris believes healing should feel both structured and human. Her practice unites the discipline of integrative medicine with the whole-person focus of naturopathic care, creating a space where patients feel seen, supported, and empowered to live with resilience, balance, and joy. Learn more
Why She Does This Work
Raised in a Romanian medical family, Dr. Cris grew up surrounded by both science and soul, where care meant listening deeply and treating the person, not just the symptom. That early influence shaped her belief that true health comes from the integration of knowledge, connection, and joy.
Her Expertise
A licensed Naturopathic Doctor with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Cris specializes in oncology support, metabolic health, and regenerative therapies that strengthen the body’s terrain and restore vitality.
Where She Practices
Based in Northern California with offices in San Francisco and Half Moon Bay, her practice centers on evidence-based, whole-person care designed to renew energy, clarity, and long-term resilience.
About Dr. Cris Azzola, ND
REAL PATIENTS. REAL RESULTS.
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My digestion's never felt better!
After seeing many doctors over the years and not getting relief, I'd given up hope that I could recover from my GERD and food intolerances. Now, I feel great and have more flexibility in my diet, which makes my social life a lot less stressful.
Thanks so much Dr. Cris!
~ B.R.
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Now I know how to take control of my health!
I no longer have to be afraid of my mysterious symptoms. After a thorough workup, Dr. Cris created a holistic plan that reset my thyroid and helped with my anxiety and insomnia. She helped me understand how it's all connected and what to do to keep myself healthy.
~ M.L
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It feels so good to feel this good!
After just a few days on my menopause treatment, I could already tell the difference.
~ K.S.
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I regained my energy!
I had a demanding job that came with a lot of stress. Over time, I became depressed, irritable, and constantly exhausted. My work started to suffer, and eventually, I realized I was on the brink of burnout. That was my wake-up call.
Thanks to Dr. Cris' approach, I regained my energy and saw a significant improvement in my mood. Now, I no longer feel overwhelmed by stress—I have a strategy that truly works!~ C.Y.
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FAQs
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Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) view symptoms as clues to the source of the real problem. NDs go beyond simply managing symptoms and seek tirelessly to fully heal the underlying source of the problem.
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This medicine is right for you if you want to investigate and address the root cause of your health issues. This often involves patience as we assess your health holistically, from several perspectives that are often different than in conventional approaches. It also involves being committed to making lifestyle changes and making time to take herbs and supplements.
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I often recommend a personalized combination of nutritional supplements, botanical medicines, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, alongside diet and lifestyle suggestions.
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I have two physical practice locations. I'm in the Mission Medical Building in the Mission District in San Francisco for half the week. The other part of the week I'm in the DeBenedetti building at 418 Main Street in downtown Half Moon Bay. I also practice virtually and can see clients located throughout California.
Learn more by visiting our Contact page.
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I don't bill insurance companies directly, but the services of a Naturopathic Doctor are covered by some insurance companies on an out-of-network basis. Please check with your insurance company. Credit card or check payment is due at the end of your visit. After our visit, I can provide you with a 'superbill' form that you can submit for reimbursement.
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In many cases, you can use flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts to pay for naturopathic services. Please check with your insurance provider.
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Saliva, urine, blood spot and mental performance tests can be done at home. Tests that require blood draws can be collected by a technician at a major laboratory location near you, e.g., LabCorp.
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I typically see people once every 3 - 4 weeks until there’s significant improvement in symptoms or if the treatment plan has entered maintenance mode and then we spread out the visits over several months. Each person is unique, so the time frame varies from person to person.
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It depends on your unique needs and response to the therapies. Most people I work with start to feel an improvement in their symptoms after 2 to 3 months. For long-term, complex conditions, it may take 6 months or more. A significant factor in the timeline is how much time and effort the client devotes to completing the recommended testing and incorporating treatment plans.