01 · Endocrinology · Naturopathic Care

Thyroid health, beyond the standard panel

Comprehensive lab-guided assessment and treatment for hypothyroid, Hashimoto's, Graves' disease, nodules, and the suboptimal labs that get dismissed as "normal."

The thyroid plays a quiet but central role in metabolism, weight, mood, digestive function, menstruation, bone health, and the heart. When it's working suboptimally, the symptoms can be subtle for years. A naturopathic approach looks beyond TSH to find the root cause, and offers both conventional and alternative paths forward.

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Thyroid study

Thyroid study

Patient note

“The first time anyone actually explained what my labs meant.”

Initial visit60 minutes
Follow-up cadence6 weeks post-change
Labs reviewedFull panel + antibodies
FormatIn-person & telehealth

Conditions treated

What we manage

Whether you have a long-standing thyroid diagnosis or suspect something is off, Dr. Burke combines optimal-range lab interpretation with whole-person evaluation to give you a clear picture and a real plan.

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Hypothyroidism

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Hyperthyroidism

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Hashimoto's thyroiditis

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Graves' disease

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Thyroiditis

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Thyroid nodules

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Elevated thyroid antibodies

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Suboptimal thyroid levels

The process

How we work

A clear three-step path from your first visit to long-term, individualized thyroid management, no rushed appointments, no guesswork, no one-size-fits-all protocols.

Step 01

Initial assessment

A full-history first visit. Dr. Burke reviews your symptoms, family history, prior labs, and current medications, then performs a physical exam and orders comprehensive lab work.

  • 60-minute in-person visit
  • Symptom checklist review
  • Family & medical history
  • Physical thyroid exam

Step 02

Comprehensive labs

Going far beyond a standalone TSH. Dr. Burke interprets results using optimal reference ranges and looks at values in context with each other and with the rest of your endocrine system.

  • TSH, free T3, free T4
  • Thyroid antibodies (TPO, TgAb)
  • Nutrients & co-factors

Step 03

Individualized plan

A treatment plan tailored to your labs, your symptoms, and your preferences, blending dietary and lifestyle guidance, supplemental and herbal support, and medication when indicated.

  • Dietary & lifestyle counseling
  • Herbal & supplemental support
  • Synthetic or NDT medication options
  • Regular re-evaluation

What sets Dr. Burke apart

Endocrinology training, meet integrative medicine

Dr. Burke is a licensed naturopathic doctor with a primary focus in endocrinology and extensive post-graduate training in thyroid management. While your thyroid itself may be the headline, she'll also look into other body systems and lifestyle patterns to find the root cause of your thyroid issues.

Her philosophy is to bridge the best of conventional medicine and naturopathic care, staying current with the latest research in both worlds, and using rigorous, ethical, evidence-based medicine in service of how you actually feel.

Dr. Tara Burke, NMD Naturopathic Physician · Scottsdale, Arizona

Common questions

Answers, upfront

01.How often do I need to follow up?

It depends on your condition, medication, and symptoms. Generally, labs are re-evaluated 6 weeks after a dose change. Once labs and symptoms stabilize, follow-ups are every six months to a year, or more frequently as desired.

02.Do you use herbal medicine for thyroid conditions?

Yes, when appropriate. Herbal and supplemental support is often used alongside conventional medicine, not in place of it. For more, see Dr. Burke's article on herbs for hypothyroid.

03.What medication options are there for hypothyroid?

Two primary categories: synthetic and natural desiccated thyroid (NDT). At your visit we'll discuss which makes sense for your labs, symptoms, prior medications, and personal preferences.

04.My labs came back "normal" but I have all the symptoms.

This is one of the most common conversations Dr. Burke has. An initial visit can establish whether your thyroid is contributing, and comprehensive labs across multiple body systems will help determine the true root cause of your symptoms.

05.Do you accept insurance for the visit?

Dr. Burke does not contract with insurance, which allows for shorter waits and longer, more meaningful visits. HSA cards are welcome. Most insurers cover the lab work Dr. Burke orders.

06.How do I book an appointment?

Use the online scheduler or call the office at (480) 702-1445. Start with a complimentary 15-minute discovery call to see if it's the right fit.

Further reading

Related articles

01 What tests are done for thyroid problems? → 02 Herbs for hypothyroid → 03 Heart health in thyroid disease →

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Take the first step

Curious whether Dr. Burke is the right fit?

Start with a complimentary 15-minute discovery call, no obligation, just a conversation about your thyroid concerns and what care could look like.

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