Viktoriya Thompson, ND, MScN
Naturopathic Doctor
Areas of Special Interest
Women’s & Men’s Health | Fertility Support | Gastroenterology | Autoimmune & Skin Conditions
Dr. Viktoriya Thompson is a Naturopathic Doctor at Richmond Natural Medicine. Her focus at Richmond Natural Medicine has been women’s & men’s health, gastroenterology, and autoimmune and skin conditions. She completed her naturopathic education and a rigorous year-long residency as a Naturopathic Doctor at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR. During her time at National University of Natural Medicine she also earned her Master’s in Nutrition concurrently with her doctorate in naturopathic medicine. Prior to her studies at NUNM, she completed a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, with an emphasis in biochemistry, from Willamette University. Dr.Thompson also has additional training in classical homeopathy through the New England School of Homeopathy with Dr. Paul Herscu and Dr. Amy Rothenberg.
From Dr. Viktoriya Thompson:
“Since an early age, I knew I wanted to become a doctor. I recall playing with my plastic stethoscope and making sure all my Barbies were healthy and strong. I wanted to help others and figure out the puzzle of why they were ill. During my undergraduate education in biochemistry, I took a course on drug design. I became disheartened when learning how many medications were mostly made for-profit and the many side effects that patients would experience and thought there must be a better way to help patients.
I enjoy cultivating a relationship with my patients and spending the time to fully understand their stories. Having a strong doctor and patient relationship built on trust is vital for good patient care. That relationship is especially important when talking about nutrition. Nutrition and diet have so many negative associations along with social and cultural stigmas. I believe that we need to examine our relationship with food before being able to make any lasting lifestyle change. Food is such an integral part of our well-being and has such emotional, social, and cultural ties. I am passionate about educating patients about sustainable changes that can be made to their everyday lives.
Outside of the clinic, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, exploring the great outdoors, and traveling. As a transplant to Richmond, I’m especially excited to see all that the city and East Coast has to offer!”
Meet Dr. Viktoriya Thompson
Dr. Viktoriya Thompson on Nutrition
Testimonials About Dr. Viktoriya Thompson
“My visit was great! Dr. Thompson was very friendly, engaging, and knowledgeable. I feel like I was heard in all of my questions that I asked and given thorough explanations to all. Look forward to applying what I was advised to do. I was overall impressed with my first experience with the entire RNM staff so far. Glad to have you all in Richmond and look forward to a great future.” G.M.
““I’ve had 3 visits and can see marked improvements. Dr. Thompson is a wonderful communicator and asks great questions which gives her insight on what the next step is on my treatment plan.” H.W.
“I found it extremely helpful to have gone through my eating habits and also the supplements that I take to help determine what I need nutritionally. Great practice…Glad I found y’all!” H.B.
“Your new space is lovely. You are all so friendly and helpful. I love Dr. Thompson, she has helped me so much since I started coming to her.” T.R.