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Brief bio on Dr. Frank Aversano | Schedule your treatment

Objective

To offer a unique and effective complimentary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatment for sinus problems at specialty clinics in the US, Canada, and Europe.

Profile

Dr. Frank Aversano is a family practice physician trained as a specialist in complementary and alternative medicine (ND). He enjoys a winning career as director of Nova Sinus Center with specialty clinics in the greater Seattle area. Clients are delighted by his charismatic style and value his talent to get to the heart of their sinus problems.

Core Skills

Program development, business planning, leading, teaching, training, presenting, technical writing / editing for health care, blogging for health care, graphic design for health care, web design for health care, film writing and editing for health care, podcast writing and editing for health care, curriculum development.

Professional Experience

Developer, Owner, and Clinical Director, Nova Sinus Center, LLC—Seattle, WA | 2008 – present
Developed a unique CAM treatment for acute and chronic rhinosinusitis; responsible for marketing and brand identity including graphics, newsletters, mail pieces, podcast, video, and web development; trained and led physicians in treatment delivery; responsible for quality control, client retention, and establishing referral networks.

Staff Physician, Pacific Balance and Rehabilitation Clinic—Seattle, WA | 2007 – 2008
Practiced primary care medicine at a leading physical therapy clinic specializing in balance disorders; became experienced in otolaryngology and vestibular problems; developed and beta-tested the Respiratory Suite Treatment (REST) for safety and efficacy; converted general practice into a well-developed specialty clinic for rhinosinusitis.

Developer, The Natural Cuisine Coach—Seattle, WA | 2001 – 2007
Developed a unique personal chef training program based on wholefoods eating styles; developed and maintained a commerce-based web site with recipes, wellness articles, and dietary supplements available for purchase.

Staff Physician, Kirkland Natural Health Associates—Kirkland, WA | 2001 – 2005
Co-founded and co-developed a primary care medical clinic in the Rose Hill neighborhood of Kirkland, Washington; specialties included: clinical nutrition, men’s health, women’s health, acupuncture, therapeutic massage, clinical ecology and detoxification, botanical and orthomolecular medicine, and general family practice.

Instructor, BodyMind Academy, Fitness and Nutrition Program—Bellevue, WA | 2002 – 2005
Led the nutrition and counseling coursework for 10-15 fitness consultants in training; at the conclusion of the program, students took the American Council on Exercise (ACE) certifying exam and applied as Registered Counselors (RC) in Washington state; topics included: macro and micronutrients, metabolism and energy production, cultural aspects of food and nutrition, and essential counseling techniques.

Core Faculty, Anatomy and Physiology, Bellevue Massage School—Bellevue, WA | 2001 – present
Instructing and leading the anatomy program for 20-30 massage practitioners in training; providing a strong foundation in the structure, function, and dysfunction of all body systems including: medical terminology, cells and tissues, osteology, myology, disease and microbiology, skin and integument, cardiology and circulation, blood vessels, hematology, immunology and lymphatics, pulmonary system, nutrition and digestive system, neuroanatomy and neurology, nephrology, urology and reproductive system, and endocrinology; displaying particular strength and sensitivity in accommodating varied learning styles among a variety of ages (18-65) and diverse ethnic, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds; displaying particular strength in conveying the relevance of technical material to practical clinical situations.

Adjunct Faculty, Bastyr University, Department of Nutrition—Kenmore, WA | September 2001 – December 2001
Developed and led a wholefoods lab practicum for naturopathic medical students as part of their nutrition curriculum; core topics: pantry development, knife skills, whole and natural food substitutions, recipe development, and hands-on food production; other topics: working with the “cuisine challenged” patient; analysis and appreciation of the patient’s entire “cuisine system” versus just the assessment of their dietary intake; the importance of sequential support, assessing stage of readiness, and goal setting when advising dietary changes.

Preceptor, Bastyr University—Kenmore, WA | 2001 – 2005
Served as a clinical instructor and mentor for naturopathic physicians in training.

Education

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND), June 2000—Bastyr University | Kenmore, WA
Completed didactic and clinical training to qualify as a primary care physician specializing in complementary and alternative medicine.

Participant, OTO-HNS Grand Rounds, 2009 – present—University of Washington | Seattle, WA
Attending the University of Washington otolaryngology-head and neck surgery grand rounds to stay current on the latest drug and surgical approaches to nose and sinus disease.

Family Medicine, preceptorship completed March 2000—Peter Shalit, MD | Seattle, WA
General medicine, internal medicine strategies, physical exam skills, venipuncture, arterial blood draw (femoral), minor surgery (incision and drainage of sebaceous cyst), working with diverse populations.

Emergency Medicine, preceptorship completed November 1999—Kathleen Jobe, MD | UW | Seattle, WA
Triage strategies, shock and frostbite management, urinary catheterization of the difficult patient, management of grand mal seizure, radiographic interpretation of traumatic injury, management of the suicidal patient, management of orthopedic injuries (compound tibial fracture), suturing and stapling of traumatic injuries, management of the terminally ill patient (pancreatic failure status post Whipple procedure), venipuncture in challenging circumstances, management of drug and alcohol toxicity, introduction to critical care algorithms, observing critical codes and resuscitations, appreciation of the cultural and socioeconomic challenges of the emergency department.

Urology / Men’s Health, preceptorship completed September 1999—Michael Stern, MD | Edmonds, WA
Endoscopic visualization of the bladder, physical exam of the prostate and testes, management of male impotence, management of BPH and prostate cancer, perspectives on what the PSA actually means, medical management of BPH, introduction to endourologic procedures (TUNA).

Medical Oncology, preceptorship completed September 1999—Cancer Treatment Centers | Seattle, WA
Observation of chemotherapy mixing and infusion; chemotherapy selection and timing strategies; understanding the causes of cancer and metastasis; interviewing the newly diagnosed patient, interviewing patients undergoing chemotherapy, appreciation of the integration of naturopathic counseling, clinical nutrition, and natural pharmacy with conventional strategies.

Apprenticeship in Natural Cookery, completed August 1993—Natural Gourmet Cookery School | New York, NY
Completed an apprenticeship with world-renown natural foods chefs and educators; completed an externship at Angelica Kitchen in New York City; curriculum included: pantry development, knife skills, whole and natural foods substitutions, menu planning, natural and hypoallergenic baking, food pharmacy, hydrotherapy, and basic naturopathic principles.

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Summa Cum Laude, May 1992—Long Island University, CW Post College | Brookville, NY
Majored in psychology and philosophy with a concentration in music (percussion); activities and societies: Phi Eta Sigma, National Honor Society; Chapter President, Philosophy National Honor Society; Margaret Tatz Memorial Award for Excellence in Psychology; cash award for excellence in German language.

Business / Community Leadership

President, Business Networkers International (BNI), Dynamic Downtowners Chapter, 2008 – 2009
Brought chapter to Gold status (40 members), grew chapter account reserves, and was a Notable Networker for the year (over $10,000 in business referrals)

Professional Licenses

License to practice Naturopathic Medicine, active as of July 2000, State of Washington NT989
Authorized for DEA Registration (2007), Authorized for IV therapy (2008)

Media Samples

Website: sinusninja.com

Twitter: NovaSinusCenter

Newsletter: H1N1 Update

Article: Sinusitis: Antibiotics are not Justified

Editorial: Ice Breakers 101: Make Sense not Sales

Documentary Film: sinusninja.com | clients

Video Blog: BioImmersion, Inc

Podcast: Understanding Sinus Medications

Seminar: Therapeutic Strategies: Conventional vs. Alternative

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