Puget Sound Family Health

Puget Sound Family Health We are a Naturopathic Family Practice.

The office of Andrew Rife, ND, MEd, Jonathan Challett, MD, Lisa Price, ND, Amanda Rorvik, ND, Ariane Chenard, AHC, Mellissa Selander, LMT. Our providers have extensive experience in:
• Pediatrics
• Woman’s Health
• Allergies
• Weight Loss
• Mental Health
• Chiropractic
• Diabetes
• Metabolic Syndrome
• Unexplained Illness
• Chronic Disease
• Travel Medicine
• Rehabilitation

All of our providers

are accepting new patients and we accept most major insurance carriers. We respect and value each patient as an individual and act for their benefit with integrity, authenticity, and excellence.

Peptides are everywhere right now, from weight loss ads to wellness influencers. But not every peptide has the same evid...
08/13/2026

Peptides are everywhere right now, from weight loss ads to wellness influencers. But not every peptide has the same evidence behind it.

In a new article, Dr. Anne Wells breaks down what peptides actually are and looks closely at GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, including what research shows about weight loss, sleep apnea, PCOS, and perimenopause and menopause.

A few things worth knowing:

-GLP-1 medications work by mimicking a hormone your body already makes after eating
-Semaglutide and tirzepatide are not the same drug, and they do not work identically
-Research on GLP-1s and PCOS shows promise for weight and insulin resistance, but is still limited on fertility and hormone outcomes
-Not all peptide therapies marketed online have strong human research behind them

Read the full article: https://mailchi.mp/pugetsoundfamilyhealth/understanding-peptides-what-the-research-actually-shows

Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients through Puget Sound Family Health. Most major insurance plans accepted, self-pay also available.

Sports physicals are required by most middle and high schools before students can practice or play. If your child is hea...
08/04/2026

Sports physicals are required by most middle and high schools before students can practice or play. If your child is heading into a fall sport this year, now is the time to schedule. Appointments fill up fast as the season gets closer.

Check with your child's school for the specific forms they need, and remember that many of those forms include a section for parents to complete. Getting that done ahead of time helps the visit go smoothly.

Call us at (253) 503-8792 or email [email protected] to schedule.

Warm weather means your body needs more water than usual. Dehydration builds up gradually, so by the time you feel thirs...
07/22/2026

Warm weather means your body needs more water than usual. Dehydration builds up gradually, so by the time you feel thirsty, you are often already behind on fluids. Drink water throughout the day, add electrolytes if you are sweating heavily, and take breaks in the shade during the hottest part of the day, especially for kids and older adults.

Know the warning signs of heat stroke: high body temperature, hot dry or damp skin, rapid pulse, confusion, or loss of consciousness. If you suspect heat stroke, call 911 right away.

If you need a break from the heat, Pierce County cooling centers are available, including rides to get you there: https://tinyurl.com/jc92rp6k

Questions about hydration or heat related symptoms? Call us at (253) 503-8792.

A quick note for our patients: Puget Sound Family Health will be closed Friday, July 3rd, and we'll be back Monday, July...
07/03/2026

A quick note for our patients: Puget Sound Family Health will be closed Friday, July 3rd, and we'll be back Monday, July 6th.

This year has had its share of noise, so we're looking forward to a few quiet days to reset and spend time with the people who matter most. However you're celebrating, we hope your long weekend is safe, relaxing, and full of good company.

See you Monday!

Did you know your gut and your hormones are in constant conversation? When that relationship is off, you feel it - brain...
06/26/2026

Did you know your gut and your hormones are in constant conversation? When that relationship is off, you feel it - brain fog, bloating, mood shifts, fatigue, and more.

On Saturday, July 11 from 1 to 3 PM Pacific, Dr. Anup Mulakaluri and Dr. Emily Wolbers, ND are hosting a free live Zoom session on the healing relationship between gut health and hormones.

They will cover how the gut affects the way your body processes and clears hormones, what changes across the fertile years into perimenopause and menopause, and what you can actually do about it - with real clinical stories and practical takeaways.

This class is free. Register here: https://forms.gle/eQ5uCVLZg4cwCrcc7

Zoom details will be sent closer to the date.

Is your brain feeling a little off lately? Not sick, just not quite yourself?Dr. Stephanie Yang, ND shares five simple w...
06/24/2026

Is your brain feeling a little off lately? Not sick, just not quite yourself?

Dr. Stephanie Yang, ND shares five simple ways to support your brain health and cognitive performance:

- Move your body
- Fuel your brain with whole foods
- Protect your sleep
- Stay curious
- Prioritize connection

Brain fog and mental fatigue are often clues, not just part of getting older. Read the full article and learn what might really be going on: https://mailchi.mp/pugetsoundfamilyhealth/feeling-less-sharp-than-you-used-to

Puget Sound Family Health will be closed this Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal busines...
06/19/2026

Puget Sound Family Health will be closed this Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22.

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, the day enslaved people in Texas were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It is the longest running African American holiday in the country and was officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021. We feel it is important to honor this day as a team and as a community.

Wishing you a safe and happy weekend.

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Heidi Semanie, ND, to the Puget Sound Family Health family!Dr. Semanie brings a truly u...
05/26/2026

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Heidi Semanie, ND, to the Puget Sound Family Health family!

Dr. Semanie brings a truly unique background to our practice. A former paramedic turned naturopathic physician, she combines her emergency medicine experience with a deep commitment to whole-person, root-cause care.

She specializes in hormonal health, thyroid conditions, women's and men's health, autoimmune conditions, GI health, mental health and mood, physical medicine, and more. She is also trained in advanced IV therapy, bioidentical hormone replacement, GLP-1 management, and a wide range of hands-on physical medicine techniques.

Dr. Semanie is now accepting new patients for both in-person and virtual appointments.

Ready to get started? Call us at 253.503.8792 or visit the link in our bio to schedule.

Hello, I'm Aemelia! I am an intern from the Science and Math Institute here in Tacoma. I wanted to come here because I w...
05/21/2026

Hello, I'm Aemelia! I am an intern from the Science and Math Institute here in Tacoma. I wanted to come here because I wanted to engage in the community and deepen my understanding of healthcare.

Interning at Puget Sound Family Health has been a wonderful experience, and I've learned so much. From the scheduling to the fact that so many things get done in one day. It was truly eye opening, and everyone around was so helpful and supportive.

Scroll through and see just what interns do here at the clinic!

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We are so proud to have hosted Next Move interns for over 15 years. The students Tacoma Public Schools sends us are extraordinary. They walk in ready to work, ready to learn, and ready to give back to this community. Aemelia is proof of that. Thank you to the Next Move Internship Program and Tacoma Public Schools for continuing to invest in the next generation of healthcare heroes. We are honored to be part of the journey.

🔗 Learn more about the Next Move Internship Program: https://www.tacomaschools.org/departments/cte/internships/next-move

Aging is not something that just happens to you. Ayurveda says it is something you can shape.Join Dr. Anup for a live, n...
05/18/2026

Aging is not something that just happens to you. Ayurveda says it is something you can shape.

Join Dr. Anup for a live, no-cost, interactive workshop:
Ayurvedic Routines for Life-long Rejuvenation
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:30am - 1:00pm PST / 1:30 - 3:00pm CST
Online via Zoom

In this workshop, you will discover how your unique body constitution influences the way you age and how to work with it, not against it. We will explore the four pillars of health (metabolism, nourishment, elimination, and mental clarity) and you will leave with personalized dietary tips, herbal remedies, and daily routines that fit your life.

The session wraps with a collaborative segment to help you build your own personalized routine.

Register here (Zoom link sent the day before):
https://tinyurl.com/DrAnupClass

Address

711 Court A Ste 100
Tacoma, WA
98402

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+12535038792

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