Heart of the Trial
Welcome to a podcast delving into the personal narratives within the clinical research industry. Through candid interviews, we'll learn about the personal journeys and motivations of individuals who have chosen this profession. What I like to call 'their why'.
My aim is to spotlight the often overlooked heroes of clinical trials, showcasing their passion and dedication that extends beyond the spotlight of 'big Pharma.' These conversations will illuminate the heartfelt narratives of those driving advancements in medical research.
This podcast is not just for industry insiders; it's for everyone curious about the human side of healthcare. Beyond the industry's negative reputation, we'll shed light on the dedicated professionals behind clinical trials.
Join us as we uncover the heart and passion of those working tirelessly behind the scenes in clinical research. Welcome to Heart of the Trial!
Heart of the Trial
Season 2, Episode 8: Naturopathic Medicine, Reimagined – with Dr. Jordan Robertson
What if we held naturopathic care to the same evidence-based standards as conventional medicine—and made it easier for patients to access it?
In this episode, Suzanne talks with Dr. Jordan Robertson, founder of The Confident Clinician, about her mission to transform how naturopathic and integrative care is practiced and perceived. From academic research to co-teaching a course with NASA, Dr. Jordan brings a rare mix of science, strategy, and soul to the evolving world of holistic medicine.
We explore:
- What naturopathic medicine is (and what it isn’t)
- Why critical appraisal and evidence grading matter—especially in integrative care
- How her platform empowers clinicians to make better decisions and have informed consent conversations
- The challenges of misinformation, patient compliance, and traditional system limitations
- How structured human support—not just data—drives real-world health outcomes
📘 About the Guest
Jordan Robertson is on a mission to elevate integrative and naturopathic medicine to the standards of care that conventional medicine practices while simultaneously solving the unpaid research-labour crisis of Naturopathic Doctors.
With a 15-year career in facilitation, research inquiry and critical appraisal at McMaster University, Jordan has taught thousands of students how to be better communicators, work in teams and research nutrition, integrative care, medicine and “space medicine” (that last one while co-facilitating a course with NASA).
Jordan is the founder of The Confident Clinician, a database, clinical decision-making tool and home for over 700 full-time members, 60 fellows in her leadership program and over 5000 clinician subscribers to her free integrative magazine, The Stacks.
She’s known for helping clinicians see their own potential, inspiring curiosity, vulnerability and “mind-changing” and for giving clinicians the push they need to become the best at what they do.
As a retired ND, she’s paving the way for clinicians to love their work, career and (EVEN) critical appraisal of research.
📍 Connect with Dr. Jordan Robertson
Instagram: @drjordannd
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjordannd/
Website: confidentclinicianclub.com
Podcast: Real Integrative Medicine
📞 Connect with Suzanne:
- Website: https://www.iceconsultingllc.com/home
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnersuzannem/
💌 Feedback and Questions:
- Email Suzanne at podcast@iceconsultingllc.com
🎙️ Tune in and get to know the passionate professional behind Heart of the Trial!