"Good Morning Dr. Kannankeril, I just wanted to thank you for pointing out the gut issue to us. Our son has improved a whole lot as far as his gut goes. He is now using two words together like "ipad please". We are pleased with his progress. He is eating a lot more vegetables and fruit and open to experimenting. He is also playing more with his sister which is a very good sign for us. We continue to take the supplements and just wanted to say thank you. Appreciate your opening our eyes to the gut issue."
—Regarding 8 year old male patient (Autism)

"My whole lifestyle has changed within two months on your recommended treatment.  The biggest thing is that I was used to having to go to the bathroom 10 times a day and now I've gone back to regular bowel movements - just twice a day and no more diarrhea.  I can't tell you how much my life has changed because of this.  Thank you, Dr. K!"
—33 year old female patient (Gastrointestinal issues)

"I came to your office out of desperation. I was having gastrointestinal bleeding and several painful trips to the bathroom every single day for over a year and all my gastroenterologist wanted to do was put me on steroid medication. You took the time to explain my condition to me (which no one has ever done) and within just one month of treatment, I have had NO more bleeding. My wife is ecstatic, I'm so very relieved and I can finally live my life without thinking about it anymore. We can't thank you enough."
—32 year old male patient (Ulcerative colitis)

"I couldn't have made it here without Dr. Kannankeril.  I was on bio-identical hormones including testosterone for 2 years without any help in my hot flashes or libido.  On my first visit, Dr. K listened to what I was going through and reassessed everything.  I'm on a treatment specific to me now and my energy is up, hot flashes gone and my libido is getting back up there.  I really appreciate the work she's done for me and I can't recommend her enough.  I'm taking my first vacation in 10 years and I couldn't have done it without her treatment." 
—50 year old female patient (Hormone Imbalance)

"Coming from a background of entirely conventional medicine, I had my doubts about the integrative approach you offer but was pleased to find out how scientific and lab-oriented your approach is. I had been on just about every medication you can think of for my GI issues and nothing helped.  None of my doctors (not even my Dad) thought about ordering the test you did and since avoiding those foods and starting on your treatment, I've been symptom-free for 2 years!  My family still can't believe it and I can't thank you enough!"
—28 year old female patient (Gastrointestinal issues)

"Our son is doing so well on only 2 months of treatment so far.  It's like we have a new child! Along with ABA therapy, Dr. Kannankeril is part of a terrific team we have for our 4 year old son.  We don't know what we'd do without her."
—Regarding 4 year old male patient (Autism)

"I already feel so much better.  From the bottom of my heart, I thank Dr. K. I really feel like she saved me. I was hopeless and at the end of my rope...then Dr. K came in as an angel. I want her to know how much she has helped me."
—22 year old female patient (Hormone Imbalance)

"My husband and I really want to thank you for all the help you have given us. We credit you for our pregnancy, especially after our miscarriage, and we are so glad we found you. You've always provided us with terrific advice on virtually every topic we ask about. We really don't know where we would be without you. After coming in to your office the first time with my list of symptoms, it's hard to believe I'm feeling this well (even being pregnant) less than a year later. Thank you!" 
—32 year old female patient (Hormone Imbalance, Lyme Disease)

"You were the only one out of all the doctors we saw to have figured out our son's GI issues. He's no longer in any pain and it's caused a tremendous change in his behavior. We were able to pull back on all of his meds and he's doing a lot better. Thank you!"
—Regarding 12 year old male patient (Autism)

"I've been to 34 doctors in the past 8 months and no one looked at the whole picture like you did.  No one looked at the surgery I had over 20 years ago and pieced things together.  When I started crying in doctor's offices before, I was sent to a psychiatrist, but you sat down and talked me through everything and helped me to understand what was going on.  I can't thank you enough."
—55 year old female patient (Gastrointestinal issues)

"I'm sad to be moving out of the country because I will miss my visits with you.  Over this past year, you have been my lifeline.  You have listened to me like no other doctor and with your treatment, we were able to get my periods back on track.  Thank you for everything."
—35 year old female patient (Hormone Imbalance, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)

"I told my daughter that I'm so happy to have you as my doctor.  You have this magnet with your personality that makes you so easy to talk to.  You let me talk, but you listen to me, which is more than most doctors do.  And I'm getting better!" 
—32 year old female patient (Fibromyalgia)

"I wanted to share some really good news with you.  I've been on your treatment for about 2 weeks now and I have no complaints on my period for the first time in 8 years!  No mood swings, no cramps, no pain!  I wasn't expecting to feel this good so soon and I don't think you were either, so it's amazing!  Thank you!" 
—22 year old female patient (Women's Health, Premenstrual Syndrome)

"I don't know what it is about you or your office, but I always feel so comfortable around you.  I can open up about anything and you're able to make connections and help me make changes.  I always leave your office feeling better about everything and it's a great feeling." 
—54 year old female patient (Depression and Anxiety)

"All the lifestyle changes you've instilled in me and have truly paid off.  My previous doctor told me to go on a diet and exercise more.  You've given me the tools so I don't have to diet.  I know how to shop now, what different foods will do to my body and I can apply that to my whole family's diet.  We're on a whole new path as a family because of you and I appreciate all the help you've given me!" 
—40 year old female patient (General wellness, Prevention)

"I tell my family every day that you're my angel.  You're the only doctor who listened to me and trusted what I was saying enough to run the right tests to figure out what was wrong with me.  I wouldn't have had a diagnosis before coming to you and without actually following the protocol, I wouldn't be where I am today. Thank you." 
—37 year old female patient (Gastrointestinal issues)

"It seems like we've hardly gotten started on the DAN! treatment with our son and we're seeing results already.  I can't tell you how frustrating it has been going through the schools and IEPs and even pediatricians.  It seems like no one listens or wants to listen.  Going through this has been so hard on me and my husband and your office was such a find.  It's hard to put our son through any kind of treatment because we're worried about what it will do to him.  You always explain everything to us in a way we both understand and you always seem very careful in your treatments and running the tests to make sure he won't have any side effects.  It makes us feel secure in our treatment decisions and it's something we never found with any of the autism resources.  We really want to thank you for all your help throughout all of this." 
—Regarding 2 year old male patient (Autism)

"I've been going to Dr. Kannankeril since 2006 and we got on a path towards treating my hypothyroidism and rheumatoid arthritis.  I no longer have joint pain and I have been steadily decreasing my thyroid medication.  I feel the best I've felt in years.  I'm Dr. K's biggest fan and can't thank her enough." 
—48 year old female patient (Hypothyroidism, Rheumatoid Arthritis)

"Thank you so much for your time, your attentiveness and your explanations.  In the hospital and even with my regular doctor who I've seen for years, I never got this level of care.  No one ever explained to me anything about my diabetes or high cholesterol.  They just gave me the medication.  You took the time to explain everything to me and my daughter and we have learned so much from you.  Thank you again." 
—65 year old female patient (Diabetes and Cardiac issues)

"I tried everything from medications to acupuncture and nothing worked for that feeling of low energy.  I just couldn't shake it.  My regular doc thought it was in my head and only listened to me for a few minutes, but I knew something wasn't right.  Two appointments with Dr. Kannankeril and everything has changed.  I'm actually waking up before my alarm clock and I have energy to exercise again.  She ran some tests and then actually sat down to review the results with me!  I only had a doc call back if things weren't ok.  After the testing, we found out that I had a gluten allergy and the doctor guided me through the daunting task of giving up gluten.  It's been a great experience and I'm very satisfied with the results."  
—45 year old male patient (Chronic fatigue)

"Dr. K, you are a tremendous blessing to me. Rarely in health care today, do people get the kind of care you give.  It means so much.  I truly appreciate it." 
—42 year old female patient (Chronic migraines)

"I was suffering from fatigue for 6 years after a particularly stressful period. After hormone testing and an intense diet change, Dr. K has helped me get the energy back to take care of myself.  Her techniques for stress management have helped my whole family!  I'm very grateful to her." 
—38 year old female patient (Hormone Imbalance)

"Dr. K, I'm not sure if you understand how much you've helped me and my 2 sons.  Both of my sons would have been on steroid medications for asthma and eczema without your testing and treatment.  It's been 6 months and they're doing great.  We really can't thank you enough.  We don't know where our family would be without you!"
—38 year old female patient (Gastrointestinal issues)

"I came in to you feeling like I was about to die, I had never felt so bad in my life.  I came out of desperation, but I never believed in this stuff.  And literally within a day of following your treatment, I haven't felt that way again. I just want to give you a hug, I'm so happy." 
—45 year old female patient (Lyme disease)

"We thank you very much for all of your information, time, and care.  We always enjoy our visits and appreciate your compassion and passion for your work." 
—33 year old female patient (Preventive care, Wellness)

"My teenage daughter has traveled throughout the world, picking up parasites and always treated with heavy medication.  On our last trip, she had over a week of severe stomach upset and other symptoms.  We finally decided to go to Dr. Kannankeril for naturopathic treatment and she ordered testing.  The testing found Blastocystis hominis which we looked up on the internet as very difficult to treat.  Dr. Kannankeril put my daughter on her specific series of herbal preparations, some lifestyle changes and changed my daughter's diet and since that first week of treatment, she has been symptom-free!  We always believed in this kind of medicine, but it's so nice to see it work so quickly." 
—Regarding 15 year old female patient (Gastrointestinal issues)

Recent comments from in-office comment cards:

“I can’t imagine going through this pandemic without your support, Dr. K. I can’t thank you enough!”

“It is hard to convey on paper how thankful I am to have had you as my doctor. Thank you for everything you have done for me over the past year and the strides you have helped me make in my journey. Because of you, my period has returned (two in a row so far!!), my gut is on a path to becoming fully fixed, and I am feeling more like myself every day. I am so happy to have found NIHA during my time in D.C.!”

"Just wanted to tell you how thankful I am to have met you. You changed our lives, and our son is now so strong and happy thanks to you!"

"I'm actually afraid to travel or move because I don't want to miss any of our visits.  You give me so much hope and you've done so much for my health and outlook.  I can't thank you enough for what you do!"

"You are a remarkable person, Dr. K. Everyone's life you touch is truly a blessing. Don't know how you manage. Inspirational."

"This has been the best doctor's visit EVER!  I'm so excited to start on treatment.  Thank you so much for explaining the test results with me in detail."

“6 weeks into your treatment, our son has increased speech and confidence, is expressing his feelings and NO TANTRUMS! He still needs work on articulation, but this is very, very big! Thank you!”

"If you think there's someone talking about you, it's probably me and my husband! We tell everyone about you because your guidance has been the most helpful in our daughter's case by far. We can't thank you enough."

"I live in New York and have been to many integrated health clinics and couldn't find anyone that can compare to Dr. K!"

"I just want you to know you have been exceptionally helpful to me. I just have to keep attempting to take better care of myself. Through you I have discovered how better to deal with issues. (Who would have thought someone so young would be so insightful.) Respectfully saying."

"I don't even have the words to let you know how much you've changed things for our daughter.  I wish every parent with children with developmental concerns had access to your professional help.  It has made such a dramatic difference in our lives.  Thank you, Dr. K."

"Dr. Kannankeril absolutely took the time to really listen to me and was so thoughtful and easy to speak with.  Never had a doctor explain my lab results in such depth either.  Wonderful appointment!"

"You have been so transformational in my life. You've gotten me to accept myself, love myself and not be hard on myself."

"Thanks again Dr. K...you've made a huge difference in my life."

"You've saved my digestive system.  It's amazing to eat and not feel badly.  I just have to thank you."

"Dr. K is, and has always been, a wonderful doctor who listens to the patient and really understands the issues presented.  She's one of a kind. :)"

"Great visit with a fantastic doctor - am so excited!"

"Dr. K was amazing.  She spent time getting to know me and understanding my concerns. Very knowledgeable and I'm looking forward to more visits!"

"Dr. K is nothing short of delightful!  A great listener and extremely caring, knowledgeable!"

"I enjoy coming to this office.  I just love my Doctor Kannankeril.  She helps me to explore and consider possibilities."

"I always enjoy my doctor's visits with Dr. K!  I used to hate being at the doctor due to such a sterile and cold environment, but Dr. K is so warm, discerning and detail oriented that I leave feeling refreshed and optimistic!  She has helped me tremendously on my journey to healing."

"Dr. K is fabulous and I always recommend her to friends!!"

"Dr. K is seriously the best!"

"Dr. K listens and treats the whole person - physically, relationships and spiritual.  Very refreshing!"

"Dr. K, you are a life saver. I trust that when I come here, my issue will be resolved. My primary care didn't explain the lab results to me, just said it was normal. You went through it in detail with me and showed me that I had an autoimmune issue that my other doc missed! I still can't believe it. Thank you!"

"Dr. K is a gift from God. Finally, someone who truly cares! Thank you."

"All doctor visits should be like this!! Dr. K treated both the physical + emotional side of the pain - excellent."

"Dr. K was so attentive and compassionate. I really appreciated her concern for my well-being - not just physically but emotionally. Having been overwhelmed by multiple changes in my life, I'm so grateful to Dr. K for providing me w/ a plan."

"Dr. K takes time with me and is always so prepared. I really feel she cares and definitely trust her recommendations."

"Dr. Kannankeril really took the time to listen! Very nice, helpful and took the time to explain everything so I had a good understanding of treatment options and causes of symptoms."

"Everyone is super friendly. Dr. K really seems to care about her patients. Staff was very friendly as well."

"Dr. Kannankeril is wonderful! 1st doctor ever to get answers to my health problems!"

"The best part of coming here is feeling like I get my doctor's full attention for as long as needed to address my concerns."

"I searched for a facility like this for over 2 years. This was the only office that made me feel at ease & excited for the process - everyone from administrative staff to the fabulous Dr. K. I feel like I am in the perfect hands for my new health beginning!"

"Dr. K is incredibly knowledgeable about her patients, she never misses a beat. Dr. K treats us like we are family; she is so warm and patient with us. Dr. K is the best doctor one could hope for!"

"Loved my first visit with Dr. K. It was pricey but it will be worth it!"

"Dr. Kannankeril was extremely personable + patient + informative - looking forward to working with her to resolving my issues."

"I just want to thank you for the choices you made that let you become the doctor you are."

"It was great to have a doctor spend the time (w/out rushing) to ask so many questions and then actually listen to the answers with interest."

"Dr. K is amazing! I have never had a physician spend so much time w/ me during an appt. She truly cares, listens and makes an effort to ensure I understood everything."

"Dr. K was wonderful; thorough and I felt she cared about my overall health & well being. I would highly recommend her to my friends & family."

"I am extremely happy when I leave this office. All of my concerns are always addressed. Dr. K is the best. So happy I found her!"

"Dr. K was such a pleasure to deal with, in addition, she is knowledgeable, easy to understand, listens well. I can't say enough good things about her and the staff in general was great as well! Thank you!"

"I can't say enough good things about Dr. K. She is the most caring, thorough Dr. I have ever had."
"Dr. Kannankeril was very thorough, great at making connections and coming up with a plan. Listened with compassion."

"I wish everyone could get the same level of healthcare that you have provided for me. I have literally gotten my life back and no longer going down a slow decline."

"She took time to listen to my symptoms, ask questions and assess. I appreciate the time and friendly staff."

"I am so grateful to have Dr. K for my doctor. She is so compassionate and takes her time with each patient, unlike many of the other doctors I have seen. She is truly a healer - and is motivated to make you better!"

"Dr. Kannankeril was great to work with. She took time to listen to all my concerns. I felt heard, understood and that I was in good hands."

"I am grateful to Dr. Charlene Kannankeril for making me feel better than I was in years after my treatment. She made me feel good about myself and my health. Thank you so much!"

"The best part was getting the answers and recommendations from Dr. Kannankeril who was patient and explained everything well. I look forward to starting treatment."

"Thorough, knowledgeable and excellent patient care."

"Wish Dr. K had an office near my home in VA!"

"Thank goodness I took a cancelled spot - otherwise over a month for an appointment!  Dr. K is attentive and I feel she knows exactly how to diagnose and help me.  Really listens and understands."

"Dr. K has a wonderful, calm personality and does not rush."

"I couldn't be happier with Dr. K.  She is intelligent, warm, informative and patient."

"This was the best doctor's appointment I've had in 41 years!"

"Dr. Kannankeril is very thorough + compassionate.  I enjoy my visits.  Her staff is efficient, good-humored + generally great to work with."

"I always have a positive, peaceful experience here!"

"Dr. K is the best physician that I have ever had. She listens and was so accurate about my diagnosis/treatment.  I started experiencing perimenopause symptoms and with her treatment, I have less fatigue, hot flashes and bloating.  I'm on the right track!"

"Dr. K was friendly, patient, and very knowledgeable.  I was very impressed.  She put me at ease right away and was thorough, as though I were the only patient she had on her schedule all day. She's great!"

"Expectations were exceeded by Dr. K!"

"Dr. K was informative, pleasant and professional. I was very comfortable with her style and demeanor.  She was wonderful and very knowledgeable."

"Dr. K is phenomenally patient, wise + intelligent.  I appreciate her immensely."

"The best part of my visit was mainly the knowledge and support of Dr. K. I felt as if I was respected made a part of the process and I felt that she took the time to understand me holistically."

"I feel that my money was well spent.  Dr. K has been incredibly helpful in my healing process.  Thank you!"

"I appreciate the personal care and interest that Dr. K takes in treating her patients."

"Seeing lots of improvement and progress from my treatment with Dr. K."

"The doctor listened to and understood my concerns.  I feel she is also seeking a sustainable solution for my health concerns."

"Dr. K took the time to listen to the way I was feeling ... not just physically, but emotionally as well.  I can't say I've ever been treated quite that way by a medical professional before.  I walk away today knowing my Dr. truly cares."

"The time that the doctor took to explain, the way she made me feel at ease - I never left a doctor's office not feeling stressed like when I come here.  I feel relieved every time I come."

"My doctor is thorough and a calming presence.  She is also knowledgeable which makes me to trust her completely."

"Excellent 'bedside' manner.  Dr. K is very personable and respectful of my thoughts and input during appointments."

"Dr. Kannankeril is the best doctor I've ever seen (caring, patient and truly listens)!"

"Dr. K explained everything in a way I could understand. I have never left a doctor's visit feeling so empowered about my care."

"Great rapport with Dr. K - she listens extremely well and creates a sense of confidence.  Everyone here has been great!"

"Dr. K is a great listener and I really like her natural approach.  She's great with adults and kids!"

"Individualized attention, holistic approach, treats roots of symptoms - mind, heart, body, spirit - excellent in every way!"

"Dr. K is extremely supportive and great at listening to the patient and involving them fully in their treatment and understanding the issue at hand."

"Everything is excellent - the one on one devoted time in which Dr. K listens and thinks about what's going on is immensely more helpful than the distracted 5 minutes I get from my regular doctor."

"Dr. K is very knowledgeable, honest and reliable."

"Dr. Kannankeril is a great listener!  She genuinely cares about her patients!"

"Dr. K is a wonderful practitioner - smart, compassionate, calming. The office staff is pleasant, efficient and professional.”

"Knowledgeable doctor; makes me feel confident about my treatment."

"Dr. K was excellent.  She listened and was very uplifting and recommended things that I can to do help myself."

"Dr. Kannankeril is fantastic always!  So supportive, really listens and takes her time."

"Dr. K is an outstanding practitioner.  She is an excellent listener, extremely knowledgeable and she has a caring demeanor.  I am blessed to be treated by her."

"Dr. K was attentive and listened and took the time to get to know me."

"Dr. K is very thorough and was extremely helpful/attentive."

"I feel optimistic about making health changes/improvements. Really appreciate the Doctor, her competence and her personality. Love that her approach is comprehensive."

"Dr. K took the time to talk with me about life, stress and health.  I appreciate the time she spent with me."

"I finally had a breakthrough on the issue at hand.  Dr. K is very supportive and good at getting me to understand what is going on.  Thank you very much."

"Dr. K spent time, explained everything and made sure I felt okay before I left. Excellent!"

"Dr. K is very responsive and caring. She's also very patient. She makes you feel as if the both of you are in this together as far as making you feel better."

"Very attentive, listens and considers all parts of the story within the context of one person in one body with connected parts."

"Love my doctor!"

"Long detailed appointment, caring, good results. Helpful, friendly, professional staff."

"Knowledgeable and took the time to explain fully and answer all questions."

"Long wait for initial appointment, but well worth the wait. Has been terrific - finally feel like I've found a Dr. who can help me get my life under control! Thanks!"

"I appreciated Dr. Kannankeril's patience and kindness.  She truly listened to me."  

"Dr. Kannankeril is an excellent doctor.  She is very caring and listens to what I am going through.  She works very hard to help her patients. I feel very lucky to have found her as a doctor."

"Dr. Kannankeril is absolutely wonderful."

"Dr. K listened and responded with care, expertise and compassion."

"Dr. K listened well and made sense of what's been a complicated health situation - her manner was sensitive as well as professional and made me confident of her counsel."

"Dr. K is supportive, patient, pleasant and does a great job of explaining complex issues."

"The visit at Dr. Kannankeril's office made me feel really good & hopeful that I'd soon be rid of a problem I've been having for a long time. She is very competent and besides that she has an extremely good way with patients."

"Dr. K is very compassionate and eager to get to the root of health issues."

"Caring, attentive and gets to root of my problems. I am grateful to Dr. K for all her help. I feel better than ever!" 

"Always, feel as though I've had great treatment + care + appreciate the willingness to explore what comes next..." 

"Dr. K was really thorough. She asked about things that my other doctors may have overlooked. Her descriptions of things were detailed and helpful. I look forward to treating things with her." 

"Dr. Kannankeril is the best doctor I ever had!" 

"Dr. Kannankeril was attentive, patient, and engaging. I feel heard and appreciated and am happy to have a treatment plan I feel comfortable with and excited about." 

"I love my doctor. She is very compassionate." 

"Dr. K is fabulous. She listens and really pays attention and gives great care. When you say holistic, she is holistic." 

"Dr. Kannankeril is the most caring, kind doctor I've ever known. She truly cares & listens. The best!" 

"Love Dr. K. She always listens & has a lot of compassion. I feel like she always tries her best to help." 

"It's been so nice to actually talk to a Dr. Dr. K is very attentive & thorough. Coming here has been a breath of fresh air." 

"My visit was excellent! Dr. K's approach to my health concerns made me feel confident that I am in good hands. In my 36 years, I have never had a healthcare professional take so much time to talk to me." 

"I feel so very blessed to have found Dr. Charlene. She is restoring my sanity & my life! I'm telling all of my friends & family!" 

"Dr. K was awesome, as usual. She listens and takes in the whole picture before she makes recommendations." 

"I just wanted to say 'Thank you soooooo much' for all your expertise that you are using to help me with my current condition. I know that I was taking it all in at today's appointment (the results that is). I appreciate all your efforts, time, knowledge, etc. Thanks a million. I will be jumping on those recommendations ASAP."