Hi. I’m Dr. Kara.
Naturopathic Doctor
Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)
Menopause Nerd
Menopause is finally in the spotlight.
So why do you still feel as confused as ever?
Information is power. But it isn't care.
I’ve spent nearly a decade turning
the science of menopause into practical care
Menopause is my magic
— and it's an honour to help you
Professional Bio
Dr. Kara Dionisio, B.Sc, M.Sc, ND, MSCP sees menopause as an opportunity — a chance to rethink how women, patients, and clinicians approach midlife health.
Dr. Kara and her team at Dr. Kara & Associates in Owen Sound, Ontario provide evidence-based care tailored to the unique needs of women in menopause and midlife. To extend this work beyond one-on-one care, she co-founded Menoverse — a platform offering evidence-based menopause education.
A speaker and mentor, Dr. Kara teaches clinicians across North America on menopause and midlife health. As a faculty member of The Confident Clinician, she leads the Menopause Fellowship — training the next generation of menopause clinicians.
Dr. Kara was one of the first NDs to earn the MSCP designation in 2020, and is also trained in pelvic health physiotherapy. She holds a B.Sc from the University of Guelph and an M.Sc in Nutrition & Metabolism from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland — a foundation that shapes her lifestyle-first approach to midlife health. She graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2008.
When she's not in clinic, you'll find her in Owen Sound with her two feisty kids, her red-bearded Irish husband, and one very beagly beagle.
Join her in reshaping menopause as an opportunity for vibrant health.
My Healthcare Philosophy
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Evidence Based Care
I use the best clinical evidence combined with over 15 years of experience to guide personalized health decisions, ensuring that your care is grounded in research and tailored to your unique needs.
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Shared Decision Making
We work together, blending clinical evidence with your values and preferences to create the best care plan for you.
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The Menu
It’s not about being “natural”—it’s about what works for you. We’ll explore a menu of treatment options—nutrition, lifestyle, minimal supplements, hormones, and medications—and blend them together into a strategy that fits the severity of your symptoms and your preferences, without judgment.
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Health CARE
Healthcare is about humans. Building a trusting doctor-patient relationship is at the heart of what I do. I collaborate with you and your healthcare team to focus on one goal—YOU.
Menopause is Not a Disease—It’s an Opportunity
Let me help you make it yours.
The Geeky Stuff…
Clinical Qualifications
ND- Naturopathic Doctor- in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO)
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy- Level 1- Pelvic Health Solutions
Education
B.Sc - Honours Bachelor of Science in Nutritional & Nutraceutical Science - University of Guelph
M.Sc - Master of Science with Distinction in Human Nutrition & Metabolism - University of Aberdeen (Scotland) and the Rowett Research Institute
N.D. - Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine - Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
Professional Educating & Leadership
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine- Kara teaches the Menopause & Sexual Health Curriculum
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause- Kara regularly teaches NDs at provincial and national Continuing Education events on this topic
Advanced Practice Menopausal Hormone Therapy- Kara has trained hundreds of NDs with evidence-based research on hormone therapy
The Confident Clinician Menopause Fellowship- We are in our 3rd year of offering the Menopause Fellowship program, a 1-year Clinical Menopause Mastermind group
Professional Speaking- Kara regularly teaches at provincial and national conferences, and appears on podcasts and other media, discussing all aspects of menopause and menopause practice
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