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Jessica Schrand, NMD, is a passionate and highly skilled naturopathic doctor offering comprehensive, holistic care for patients at Live Well Wellness Center in Chandler, Arizona. In 2013, Dr. Schrand received her bachelor's degree in kinesiology from Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, followed by a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, also in Tempe, in 2018.

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Jessica Schrand, NMD, is a passionate and highly skilled naturopathic doctor offering comprehensive, holistic care for patients at Live Well Wellness Center in Chandler, Arizona. In 2013, Dr. Schrand received her bachelor's degree in kinesiology from Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, followed by a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, also in Tempe, in 2018.
 

During her time at medical school, Dr. Schrand became interested in treating Lyme disease after a loved one contracted the condition, and in 2016 she became ILADS (International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society)-certified. She's also certified in ozone therapy and IV nutritional therapy. 
 

Her interests further encompass co-infections, the Epstein–Barr virus, chronic fatigue, mold illness, POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome), irritable bowel diseases, dysautonomia, adrenal insufficiency, and parasites. Dr. Schrand uses a variety of treatments to restore her patients' health, including antibiotics, hormone balancing, antimicrobial herbs, IV therapy, and targeted supplementation.
 

Hormone management is another of Dr. Schrand's areas of expertise. She believes that balancing hormones helps patients feel vibrant again, and she deals with a range of hormone-related problems, including adrenal and stress management, hypothyroidism, and sex hormone imbalances from young adulthood through to menopause and andropause. Dr. Schrand has extensive training in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and the implantation of subcutaneous bioidentical pellets.

In addition to her medical expertise, Dr. Schrand has undergone comprehensive training in aesthetics, including the use of injectable treatments like Botox®, Dysport®, and other dermal fillers. Dr. Schrand also offers complimentary 15-minute meet-and-greet appointments for patients who would like to find out how she can help them improve their health.

During her downtime, Dr. Schrand relaxes by spending time with her family, including her dog, Tucker. She enjoys hiking, dancing, Pilates, and interior design.

Michelle McConnell, NMD, is an experienced naturopathic doctor who provides compassionate care for patients at Live Well Wellness Center in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. McConnell was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and has spent time across her home state as well as Texas, New Mexico, Utah, and Washington. Far from being a city girl, Dr. McConnell grew up on a farm, where she first developed her interest in medicine after helping care for the family's animals.
 

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Michelle McConnell, NMD, is an experienced naturopathic doctor who provides compassionate care for patients at Live Well Wellness Center in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. McConnell was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and has spent time across her home state as well as Texas, New Mexico, Utah, and Washington. Far from being a city girl, Dr. McConnell grew up on a farm, where she first developed her interest in medicine after helping care for the family's animals.

As a teenager, Dr. McConnell became interested in science and spent time working as a veterinary technician. Her fascination with nature, science, the human body, and how they're perfectly orchestrated was the reason she chose to enter medicine, and it's a decision that has brought her many rewards.

From 1995 to 2000, Dr. McConnell studied for her bachelor's degree in microbiology with a minor in virology at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. In 2014, she graduated as a doctor of naturopathic medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe. She has completed 300 hours of preceptor training and undergone extensive instruction in laser technology, lipolysis aspiration, aesthetic dermal fillers, Botox®, and stem cell processing, spending time at the Asian Stem Cell Institute and Regenerative Medicine in Pasig in the Philippines.

For Dr. McConnell, practicing medicine is far more than a job; it's about fostering human connections and building relationships with patients. Her greatest joy is making her patients feel better when they're certain they won't and restoring their quality of life. Dr. McConnell also understands the importance of preventive care and how it offers higher quality and longer life, empowering people to pursue what matters most to them.

Outside the office, Dr. McConnell's top priority is making time for herself - the one aspect that's different every day.

Koral Allen, NMD, is a caring naturopathic doctor who provides integrative care for patients at Live Well Wellness Center in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Allen’s passion for medicine flourished after being offered to play volleyball at the collegiate level. During this time, she grew passionate about learning how to optimize her health on and off the court, which ultimately helped drive her decision to pursue naturopathic medicine.

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Koral Allen, NMD, is a caring naturopathic doctor who provides integrative care for patients at Live Well Wellness Center in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Allen’s passion for medicine flourished after being offered to play volleyball at the collegiate level. During this time, she grew passionate about learning how to optimize her health on and off the court, which ultimately helped drive her decision to pursue naturopathic medicine.

In 2017, Dr. Allen received her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Biology from Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas. She obtained her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine Degree in 2021, after graduating from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona.

During her time in medical school, Dr. Allen took a keen interest in women’s health, hormone management, gastrointestinal health, hormonal health, and medical aesthetics. She enjoys individualizing her patient care using various treatments, including IV therapy, botanical medicine, peptide therapy, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, supplementation, and lifestyle management. Dr. Allen has completed additional training in Botox, fillers, and micro-needling and is eager to help her patients feel their best on the inside and the outside. She aspires to help her patients by providing them with the tools to help achieve their goals.

On the weekends, you can find Dr. Allen spending time with her husband and exploring all of Arizona’s beauty.

Dr. Kristen Salzwedel is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor. She received her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2016 and her Bachelor’s degree of Science in Kinesiology from Arizona State University. Dr. Salzwedel, more commonly known to her patients as “Dr. K” or “Dr. Kristen” is a SIBO certified doctor.

Dr. Kristen Salzwedel is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor. She received her doctorate degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2016 and her Bachelor’s degree of Science in Kinesiology from Arizona State University. She was awarded top Doc in 2018. She is a member of the Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association. Dr. Salzwedel, more commonly known to her patients as “Dr. K” or “Dr. Kristen” is a SIBO certified doctor trained in treating patients with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial of growth) and other digestive complaints, MTHFR mutations, bioidentical hormone replacement, Hashimoto’s, autoimmune disorders and general primary care.

Dr. K combines her years of clinical experience with her down-to-earth personality, intuitive nature, kind heart manner, and skilled diagnostic skills to approach patient-centered comprehensive care. Once you meet Dr. K, you will feel at ease. As patients say, “She is easy to talk to, listens and you know she is there to help in every way that she can.”

Dr. Salzwedel treats both acute and chronic illnesses in both women and men from childhood into adulthood and geriatrics.

Her expert training and studies in kinesiology make her fine-tuned to the body, able to read and interpret the signs and symptoms your body is telling you. Having additional education in endocrinology and hormones, Dr. K is very proficient and skillful in helping men and women with endocrine and hormonal conditions.

Dr. K is passionate about working with patients in the areas of women’s health, thyroid optimization, Hashimoto’s, IV therapies, gastrointestinal health, and family medicine. She has a desire to integrate natural healing principles into everyday practice and transform your health.

Dr. Molly Santosuosso is a naturopathic medical doctor who has a focus on treating women’s health. She can provide primary care services, but her special area of interest is in general hormone health, menopausal support, natural fertility treatments, PCOS and endometriosis support, digestive disease, and thyroid disease. 

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Dr. Molly Santosuosso is a naturopathic medical doctor who has a focus on treating women’s health. She can provide primary care services, but her special area of interest is in general hormone health, menopausal support, natural fertility treatments, PCOS and endometriosis support, digestive disease, and thyroid disease. Dr. Santosuosso aims to take an integrative, root-cause approach to care, focusing on whole-person health instead of symptom management alone. She is passionate about education and empowering her patients to take control over their health and work alongside them to meet their goals.
 
Originally from Massachusetts, Dr. Santosuosso relocated to Arizona to pursue her dream of becoming a naturopathic physician. After completing her bachelor’s degree in microbiology at the University of Massachusetts, she earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (NMD) at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM) in Tempe, Arizona. She then completed a one-year residency program at the SCNM Medical Center. Dr. Santosuosso is a professional member of the Endocrinology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (EndoANP).
 
When she is out of the office, Dr. Santosuosso can be found scouting out local coffee shops or rock climbing at an indoor bouldering gym with her husband. Being from Massachusetts, her favorite time to return home is during fall for Halloween season and apple picking.