October: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Dr. Selvey graduated from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (now known as Sonoran University of Health Sciences) in Tempe, Arizona. He first earned an undergraduate degree in Biology from Arizona State University, followed by a graduate degree in physiology, also from Arizona State. His research was on Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Initially, Dr. Selvey worked in public health, starting as a "health inspector" and then after training with the CDC, became an epidemiologist with the Arizona Department of Health Services. He first trained in infectious diseases, followed by environmental medicine focusing on environmental toxins such as pesticides, heavy metal poisonings, and aflatoxin.
During this time, Dr. Selvey chose to devote some of his time to teaching courses in Public Health and had several papers published in medical journals.
Dr. Selvey moved into the medical products industry when he went to work with a company that designed and produced biocompatible implants used by surgeons to repair disease or accident-damaged tissues. In this role, he conducted clinical and non-clinical research on new products for approvals by FDA and foreign countries. He literally traveled the world doing this work.
Next, Dr. Selvey worked with a start-up company that was focused on the precision delivery of insulin to persons with Type I diabetes. He helped to develop and conducted the investigations on external insulin pumps and supplies, the implantable insulin pump, and the continuous glucose monitoring system. Finding a "best in class" treatment for Type I Diabetes was both personally and professionally rewarding. In this role, he was privileged to know and work with some of the world's preeminent endocrinologists and diabetologists. This business was acquired for several billion dollars - and continues to lead healthcare for diabetes.
After nearly seven years in that position, Dr. Selvey was recruited to work with a "concept company" that sought to enhance healthcare delivery by reducing the cost of the medical and surgical products used in hospitals. To make this company successful, Dr. Selvey was instrumental in building a brick and mortar business that had very high efficiency and effectiveness. This company grew from a handful of people to more than a thousand on both coasts of the US. He had the experience of testifying before The Congress, and met quarterly with FDA officials. This company, too, was acquired by one of the world's largest medical businesses.
This led Dr. Selvey to work with a highly respected, ethical pharmaceutical company engaged in developing products for aesthetic medicine. His experience in clinical research, as well as hands-on training, in the neuromodulators and dermal fillers has proved beneficial for his patients.
More recently, Dr. Selvey has consulted with medical device companies designing new implants for hand, wrist and ankle surgery, wound healing, and craniomaxillofacial reconstruction.
Dr. Selvey's most recent position in the medical industry was as a Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for a company that created a totally unique and incomparable product to produce radiofrequency dermatological treatments.
Throughout his corporate career, Dr. Selvey chose to "give back" through teaching as an adjunct or visiting professor of Anatomy & Physiology at several colleges and major universities, teaching future healthcare professionals the basic science of medicine.
Dr. Selvey is absolutely AMAZING! if you are looking for a naturopathic doctor then he is the one! My husband and I will be a forever customer's. He is so knowledgeable and helpful. Explains everything and ... you will not be disappointed! M
Excellent experience. The provider took his time, asked clarifying questions and explained the benefits of different treatment options. S
Dr. Selvey is great! You get a real and in depth medical consultation. He listens and gives honest medical opinions. I'm glad I went here and highly recommended this place. K
Very good service! M
Naturopathic physicians choose the least invasive and least toxic treatments necessary for each patient.
Naturopathic doctors recognize the body’s inherent ability to heal itself.
Naturopathic doctors identify, address and remove the underlying causes of disease.
Educating and supporting patients on personal health management is an important role for naturopathic doctors. They empower patients to take responsibility for their own health. They also acknowledge the therapeutic value inherent in the doctor-patient relationship.
This is a holistic concept that recognizes the body as an integrated whole. Naturopathic doctors treat the patient, not the disease. A naturopathic assessment addresses the nutritional status, lifestyle, family history, physical, mental, emotional, genetic, environmental and social factors in a person’s life.
Naturopathic doctors promote a focus on overall health, wellness and disease prevention.
Don Selvey, NMD, PLLC
4955 S. Alma School Road, Ste 10, Chandler, AZ 85248 US
Copyright © 2021 Copper Valley Medical, LLC - All Rights Reserved.