Dr. Sheryl Estlund is a naturopathic physician who is experienced in treating a wide variety of patients. Her areas of expertise include:
● Minor Surgery
● Physical Medicine
● Pain Management
● Dermatology
● Emergency and Acute care
Dr. Estlund has a special interest in ensuring adequate access to health care for the underserved and uninsured patient population. She runs clinic rotations and supervises student interns at NCNM's community clinics and at the NCNM Clinic.
She completed her undergraduate work at University of Oregon, majoring in psychology, sociology; with a minor degree in gerontology. Prior to attending NCNM, she worked in the mental health field for five years focusing on counseling and case management in the geriatric population.
Dr. Estlund graduated from NCNM in 2003 and subsequently pursued a three-year residency in general medicine. In addition to serving as a clinical adjunct faculty member, she works in private practice at Northwood Health Center.
Curriculum Vitae
Updated Jan. 2, 2009
EDUCATION
2005-2006
Residency in General Medicine
PGY3: Natural Health Centers, Portland, Oregon
2004-2005
Residency in General Medicine
PGY2: Natural Health Centers, Portland, Oregon
2003-2004
Residency in General Medicine
PGY1: Natural Health Centers, Portland, Oregon
2003
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Honors graduate
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
1992
Bachelors of Science in Psychology, Sociology
Minor Degree in Gerontology
University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2008-Present
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
Director of Post Graduate Medical Education, ND Clinical Faculty
2006-2008
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
Coordinator, Department of Post Graduate Medical Education, ND Clinical Faculty
1997-1999
Providence Medical Group/Sunset, Portland, Oregon
Clinic Coordinator
1993-1997
Delaunay Family of Services, Portland, Oregon
Residential Care Facility Administrator
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
2007-Present
Northwood Health Center, Woodburn, Oregon
Acute Care, Pain Management, General Medicine
2006-Present
Salem Naturopathic Clinic, Salem, Oregon
General Medicine
2006-Present
Outside In, Portland, Oregon
Homeless/Acute Care
2002-Present
NCNM Natural Health Center, Portland, Oregon
General Medicine
VOLUNTEER / COMMUNITY SERVICE
2008
Habitat for Humanity, Portland, Oregon
2006
Health Bridges International
Medical Outreach to Peru; One week intensive
2001-2003
AmeriCorps, Portland, OR
Volunteer community outreach medical services
1996-2002
Harvest Homes, Portland, OR
Volunteer to geriatric clientele
1991-1992
McKenzie Willamette Adult Day Care, Springfield, OR
Assistant Activities Coordinator
1988-1991
Rape Crisis Network, Eugene, OR
Volunteer crisis hotline and intervention counselor
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
2004-Present
Community Outreach, Family and Acute Care
Outside In, Portland, Oregon
2004
Neurology Grader
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
Professor:Dr. Dick Thom
2002-2003
Anatomy/Physiology Tutor
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
2002-2003
Harvest Homes Community Clinic Liaison
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
2001-2003
Grand Rounds Committee Administrative Assistant
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
Supervisor:Dr. Jason Barker
2000-2003
Anatomy Teaching Assistant
National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon
Professor:Dr. Jon Brons
LICENSES
2003-Present
Naturopathic Physician license in Oregon, License #1300
2003-Present
DEA, #MO1040257
AFFILIATIONS & BOARDS
2007-Present
Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Second Vice President
2005-2007
Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Secretary
HONORS & AWARDS
2008
Carlson Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching
National College of Natural Medicine
2003
Academic Honors, Graduating Class 2003
National College of Natural Medicine
COMMITTEES (NCNM)
2008-Current
Post Graduate Medical Education Team
2007-2008
Non-Academic Review Committee
2007-Current
Charting and Coding Committee
2006-Current
Curriculum Committee
2006-2007
Academic Appeals Committee
2003-Current
Post Graduate Medical Education Committee
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• Residency & Medical School Clinical Experience
• Continuing Education
Courses
Dr. Estlund teaches the following:
CLS710/711 Clinic Synthesis I, II
CLE709 Clinical Secondary Rotation
CLE811 Clinical Primary Rotation