Dr. Mark-Ian is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine who believes in helping his patients take charge of their health. Instead of just treating symptoms, he looks for the root cause. He is a Denver native and enjoys many outdoor fun Colorado offers, including baseball games, outdoor sports, hiking, and trail running. Mark believes that health patients start with a healthy practitioner. He’s a health and wellness community leader who doesn’t just “talk the talk.”

What is Mark-Ian’s experience with chronic disease? 

Dr. Mark-Ian understands what it’s like to deal with a chronic condition affecting different body parts. He experienced a similar situation, where he felt chronic pain and fatigue daily. Although he didn’t know the name of his condition – back then – he was determined to find ways to help himself and patients like himself who felt stuck and needed practical solutions.

What types of patients does Dr. Mark-Ian see?

Many of Dr. Mark-Ian’s patients find themselves in similar circumstances. They often struggle to understand why their bodies feel unwell and experience various signs of distress. Whether they are struggling with getting pregnant or with some chronic illness, in their initial discussions with Dr. Mark-Ian, they might say things like, “I feel like everything is falling apart.” Many patients have seen different doctors and been given many supplements but never fully felt better.

What type of general education did Dr. Mark-Ian receive? 

Dr. Mark-Ian has been educated in the US and overseas (China and Taiwan). He also has additional education in a functional medicine approach to ancestral health through the Kresser Institute. And most recently, Dr. Mark-Ian has studied with Dr. Ed Neal at the Apricot Grove. By examining how humans lived for thousands of years without chronic diseases, he can gain insight into these conditions’ underlying causes and pathology. Mark-Ian can create a unique healing plan for each patient, including dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, supplements, and therapies, all aimed at helping patients regain their optimal health. 

Dr. Mark-Ian VanOtterloo dedicates himself to providing the best natural medicine possible. He understands his patients’ challenges and strives to empower them with knowledge and practical solutions. With his holistic approach and expertise, he aims to help patients overcome chronic conditions and improve their overall well-being.