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Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd

Naturopathic Doctor

Physician Petaluma, CA Tru Health Medicine
[email protected] (555) 123-4567 linkedin.com/in/...
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years at Tru Health Medicine
Gender
Female
Connections
32
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 161,970 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Melissa Deforest Nd is one of them.
  • 14,607 Physicians are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical Physician compensation in CA: $130,000 – $195,000 (median $153,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in CA: Kaiser Permanente (1,532), Sole Proprietor (852), The Permanente Medical Group (183).
  • 0% of Physicians in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 62% of Physicians in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Bastyr University
ND
Skills
Homeopathy Detoxification Alternative Medicine Holistic Health Wellness Nutrition Chronic Illness Nutritional Counseling Digestive Health
Professional Overview

Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd is a Naturopathic Doctor, currently affiliated with Tru Health Medicine, based in Petaluma, CA. As a physician, Dr. Deforest Nd contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Petaluma, CA. They have been with Tru Health Medicine for 9 years. Dr. Deforest Nd holds academic credentials, including ND, from Bastyr University. Core competencies include Homeopathy, Detoxification, Alternative Medicine, Holistic Health, Wellness. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Petaluma, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd located?
Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd is based in Petaluma, CA. They are currently affiliated with Tru Health Medicine.
What is Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd's specialty?
Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd specializes in Physician. Their current role is Naturopathic Doctor.
Where does Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd currently work?
Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd currently works at Tru Health Medicine. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd's educational background?
Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd attended Bastyr University.
How do I contact Dr. Melissa Deforest Nd for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician?
Recruiting physicians typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physicians across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician in CA?
Physicians in CA typically earn $130,000 to $195,000 annually, with a median of $153,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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