Dr. Melanie Stein, ND is a licensed Naturopathic Physician in Portland, Oregon and a recognized leader in Cell Membrane Therapy for the treatment of complex and chronic illness. She specializes in restoring health at the cellular level—repairing and revitalizing cell membranes to improve energy production, enhance detoxification, and restore healthy communication between cells. This therapy addresses the very foundation of health, helping patients recover from the cellular damage caused by chronic infections, mold toxicity, inflammation, and environmental exposures.
Her approach blends cutting-edge therapies with a deeply individualized care model. By addressing root causes—such as co-infections, inflammatory cascades, and toxic exposures—Dr. Stein creates treatment plans that repair the body’s foundation while supporting whole-body detoxification, organ function, and inflammation modulation. This targeted cellular repair not only accelerates healing but also helps patients better tolerate treatment by minimizing die-off reactions and supporting mitochondrial health.
“Repairing your health means repairing your cells. Once your cells can communicate, produce energy, and detoxify properly, your body can finally begin to heal.”
Dr. Stein sees herself as a partner and guide in each patient’s healing journey. She believes that detailed history-taking, thorough physical exams, and ongoing laboratory evaluation are essential to building effective, responsive treatment plans. Her philosophy is rooted in collaboration, ensuring that care is both clinically effective and aligned with her patients’ physical, emotional, and financial realities.
“I know how damaging it can be to have your symptoms minimized or dismissed. As your physician, I will keep you at the center of your care and ensure your voice guides the healing process.”
A lifelong learner, Dr. Stein continually expands her knowledge through advanced trainings and mentorship from leaders in chronic illness care. Having personally overcome her own chronic illness, she brings deep empathy and understanding to her work. She knows the frustration of being dismissed and the power of having a physician who listens, validates, and actively partners in recovery.
Special Interests:
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Cell Membrane Therapy for chronic illness recovery
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Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections
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Mold toxicity and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
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Autoimmunity and chronic inflammation
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Chronic fatigue and mitochondrial dysfunction
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Gastrointestinal disorders & microbiome repair
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Environmental toxicities & heavy metal detoxification
Education:
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Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM)
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Master’s Degree in Acupuncture, National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM)
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Dr. Goodenowe Certified Practitioner
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Dr. Shoemaker Proficiency Partner