Dr. Jennifer Karon

Dr. Tammy Ashney

I’m a naturopathic physician and medical educator who has been in practice since 2009. After graduating from the National College of Natural Medicine (now the National University of Natural Medicine, NUNM), I completed a three-year CNME-approved residency with a focus on primary care and women’s health.

In addition to seeing patients here at Nurture, I’m full-time faculty as an Associate Professor at NUNM, where I oversee students, interns, and residents in both academic and clinical settings.I previously served as the course director for the Parenteral Therapy and Environmental Medicine course block and currently co-direct the Reproductive Medicine course block in addition to being the faculty senate co-chair.

Education & Experience

I earned my bachelor’s degree from James Madison University in Virginia, where I studied cultural anthropology and women’s studies, and also completed a post-baccalaureate certificate in early childhood education. I’m a true lover of people of all ages and strive to build meaningful connections, understand my patients’ stories, and help them live their healthiest, most fulfilling lives.

I believe deeply in a holistic, patient-centered approach to medicine and am passionate about providing comprehensive primary and integrative care, with subspecialty expertise in women’s health and environmental medicine.

Outside of work, I enjoy life with my husband of 23 years, our two children, and our beloved fur baby. I love spending time with family and friends, hiking, kayaking, traveling, and curling up with a good book.