Below are testimonials from patients that I have received within the last year. It is important to note that people who do the best are those who are consistent in following up. This allows for me to develop a better understanding of them, develop a therapeutic relationship and more successfully treat the underlying cause of imbalance in the body. I believe that the reason I have very strong results using gentle homeopathy and nutrition is because I work very diligently to comprehend each person as a unique individual. I also believe there are few people and places within the realm of healthcare where you can receive this level of individualized care.
"I arrived at the Westchester Center for Natural Health after being in the hospital for 5 days and feeling sick for about a month. I was extremely weak and rundown. I saw various doctors who never concluded exactly what happened to me, but they agreed that I had some sort of systemic virus that caused problems with everything from my liver to my thyroid. I was let out of the hospital once my levels (Calcium, White Blood Cells, etc) were closer to normal. I was told to rest and that my recovery could take a few months. I sought help from Dr. Angelica Lemke who sat down with me for an in depth inquiry into everything I was feeling. She listened to me for a couple hours; giving me more attention than I was accustomed. She came up with a treatment plan that included a number of supplements and some diet recommendations. With an actual treatment plan in place, I started to feel better over the course of the next three weeks. Everyday there was a larger window of time when I could be active before I was too fatigued. I was more perceptive about how my body felt and it was clear that whenever I wasn't on top of my treatment plan, It would make a different in how I felt."
"After taking my homeopathic remedy, I noticed a few things. First, I experienced practically no environmental allergy symptoms. Normally during this time of year when pollen counts are high I would be miserable. I've been almost unaffected by tree pollen- quite amazing. Second, my IBS symptoms were not as severe and they occurred less often. Third, I felt more in control of my emotions. I wasn't as weepy; in fact there were times when I was under a lot of emotional stress and instead of having my typical emotional response, I was able to turn it off and think more clearly. That has been the best part of my homeopathic treatment. Fourth, my menstrual symptoms were almost nonexistent. I didn't experience any bad cramping or bloating. Overall, I feel like my body and mind are more on an even keel."
"Over the past few years my life became a quagmire of self-hate. Slowly but surely I was morphing into a fearful, small-minded person suffering from frequent palpitations, racing heartbeat, anxiety and insomnia. My mind was filled with jealous and obsessive thoughts which baffled and drained me. I had a wonderful home and family, friends and career, yet did not want to leave my house. Dr. Angelica Lemke's skillful and insightful method of questioning, coupled with a vast knowledge of natural medicine, led to her determining my constitutional homeopathic in short order. This, along with her gentle and strengthening cranial sacral therapy, began easing my symptoms from the onset. And the storm within me continues to subside day by day. Thank you, Dr. Lemke for caring so much! 30 year old male with abdominal pain "The abdominal pain, migraines, and palpitations that I had suffered for five years lifted with Dr. Angie's treatment. She has earned my trust and gratitude." "Dr. Angie has an intuitive knack about people. Her carefree style made me forget how carefully she was listening to me to find just the right medicine."
"Approximately six years ago I went to my primary care doctor with chronic bilateral hip pain. That visit led to eight months of specialists and testing. Eventually I was diagnosed with anklyosing spondylitis and put on antitumor necrosis factor injections. Six months ago I was taking weekly Humera, ususally taken once every week, and still had daily discomfort requiring additional NSAIDS. I was then referred to Dr. Lemke by a local pharmacist. She thoughtfully listened to me and decided to alter my diet and have me take vitamins. She selected a homeopathic remedy for my individual problems. Almost immediately I felt better but I was quite sure it was 'all in my head'. Three months later I now have to do a shot once every few weeks and never have to take any additional medication. Also I have dramatically less discomfort to the point that I forget to do my shot. I also have less anxiety and much better digestion. Of note, I had worked as an RN for fifteen years and thus more inclined to mainstream medicine. I am thoroughly convinced of the efficacy of Dr. Lemke's case and skill"
"During one of my annual check-ups my blood test came back with an elevated number for liver function. My general practitioner brushed it off and said, "this is most likely because you are taking so many painkillers (Tylenol, NSAIDs). She did not suggest any way to lower it back to normal or to make sure that I take measures to support the liver. I mentioned it to Dr. Angie who immediately prescribed me a natural formula for liver detox supplements which at the time were completely foreign to me. I was determined to get my liver numbers back to normal within a month's time and sure enough, another blood test within a month's time (thanks to the supplements) showed the number back to normal. The same check up showed borderline high blood pressure and my GP prescribed me a BP lowering pill which she said I may have to take for the rest of my life. She also gave me a little list of dietary changes I could follow. Again I turned to Dr. Angie who supplied me with a very natural herbal medicine which immediately lowered my blood pressure! A few months later I came back to my GP for a follow up check. She was amazed at my BP numbers and declared, "You are cured of your high BP; how did you do that". Some years ago I injured my spine and have been living with severe back pain for over ten years. As I suffered and struggled to maintain normal life I became depressed and experienced much fatigue. Dr. Angie again came to the rescue with a homeopathic remedy specifically geared to my constitution, personality and life experiences. Immediately the following day I felt a renewed energy lifting me out of my doldrums. This stuff works! Eventually I did have my back surgery (complex spinal fusion) from which I recovered remarkably well and in very short time. I attribute this quick recovery completely to the expert advice and guidance of Dr. Angie and her supplements."
" I don't think I can totally "recover" from my RA diagnosis, but at the present time I am feeling RA free! If it weren't for current blood tests still indicative of RA, you would never know there was anything wrong with me. It is now the end of April. I have not had an attack, mild or serious, since the end of December. It is almost four months now. It is almost three months since I was advised by two highly regarded rheumatologists that my condition has now morphed into full blown rheumatoid arthritis and that I ought to consider a variety of medications, including methotrexate. While I would like to jump for joy at this point, I am still hesitant to credit my amazing turnaround to my new diet and vitamin supplement regimen. That is because in the year 2006, almost three years after my original diagnosis of palendromic rheumatism, I was symptom free for almost one year. Then all of a sudden, the flare-ups started again, and I would once again be symptomatic for a short period of time, nothing for a few weeks or months, then on again. That being said, it is all TOO coincidental that once I eliminated wheat, gluten and dairy from my diet, coupled with mega doses of vitamins and homeopathy, my moderate to severe pain of three-months straight, with an almost weekly dependence on Vicodin and prednisone, just DISAPPEARED completely by the end of December 2009. My participation in the elimination diet varied in the beginning, but by the beginning of January I was pretty much used to the new lifestyle and pretty strict about it. In February and March 2010, I began treating with a homeopathic MD who provided medical support for my new diet and vitamin supplements that I began the end of last year. I have cut back my intake, though, to once a day: 5000 Vit D, 2 multivitamins, calcium, iron, EPA DHA 720, twice a day. I also eat a select amount of fish and lots of green vegetables. So there you have it: I am continuing to feel absolutely terrific, probably more energetic, and definitely much happier (not depressed) due to my current health. I will keep you apprised of any changes to my condition and will certainly touch base again in a few months to report another positive update! Thank you for getting me to listen last November and going in this direction.
"Hi Dr. Lemke. I enjoyed meeting you on Saturday and so did (my daughter)! She had nothing but nice things to say about you ("mom, she was so peaceful - you should be like that", and "I liked her outfit") (are you laughing yet?) typical teen responses but quite positive. She and I are so much alike that I too said to myself while sitting listening to you, 'wow, what a gentle voice'! I have told 2 people about you so far."
"I had been suffering from a multitude of symptoms, the worst of which were tension headaches, dizziness, blurry vision, and tinnitus. I had been to five doctors over the course of 8 months and had dozens of tests, none of which could diagnose my problem. I stumbled upon the website for the Westchester Center for Natural Health, and figured I would come in for a consultation. Ryan and Dr. Lemke sat with me and just listened to everything that I had been going through, asked specific questions about all my symptoms, and talked to be about potential treatments that they could offer me. We did a combination of treatments, a homeopathic remedy, acupuncture, and craniosacral therapy. I felt better after the first session and with their help have continued to improve!"
After discovering I had polymyositis, which is a muscular dystrophy, I was desperate for answers. My rheumatologist recommended steroids but had no answers on how I got the disease or how to effectively treat it. Dr. Arce not only recommended natural remedies for the disease but also gave me a cogent explanation on how I got the disease. After just 4 weeks of a changed diet and natural supplements, I have shown dramatic improvement. – Ed, NY
For several years I have had chronic UTI's. I was on antibiotics at least once a month. The doctors treated and cleared the infection but never resolved the problem. Even when I was treated by an urologist I still had the recurrent infections. Frustrated and unable to permanently get rid of the problem, I searched for alternative medicines. On my first visit my condition was explained and I was told the cause of my problem. With a simple diet, treatment and understanding of my health, I have not been on any antibiotics for the past six months. [Dr. Arce's] ability to target and remedy the problem is precise. She cleared the medical problems I have had since childhood, which no doctor or anyone else has ever noticed, remedied and cured. She oversees my entire family and I am truly grateful to have found her; for she knows so much and uses her knowledge to help her patients. In addition to my specific problems the most remarkable testimony comes from my mother's condition. She was given a pacemaker and was on several medications. Her health deteriorated and she became too ill to travel. When she became stronger I brought her to Dr. Arce for a consultation. She was put under her care, my mother's condition, improved with [supplementation] and diet. Dr. Arce knew the cause and the recommended treatment. At first I was dubious about it and worried and wondered for my mother. However, after three visits, my mother had no pain. Now she enjoys her good health, high energy, her excellent lab reports and she is off all prescription drugs. My oldest 13-year-old is another patient of Dr. Arce. Before she visited Dr. Arce, she had frequent asthma attacks, overweight, allergies and was pre-diabetic. With Dr.Arce's recommendations, she continues to heal. She is now is even happier and feels much better physically, mentally, emotionally and even academically. Her grades have improved along with her concentration. – Gina, Bayside, NY
I came to Dr. Arce with terrible migraines and severe depression, in addition to other health problems. I was having trouble concentrating on my work, and my depression and migraines were interfering with my quality of life. I went to a number of MDs and psychologists before, but no one listened to me like Dr. Arce. She was able to help me overcome my depression which reduced the frequency of my migraines. She helped me get my life back and taught me how to avoid getting into such a rut in the future. She's an excellent doctor, very patient, experienced, and down to earth. She truly cares about her patients and I'm glad I went to see her when I did. I highly recommend her to everyone I know. – Janina, Brooklyn, NY
Dr. Mari is an amazing Naturopathic doctor. The help and guidance she has given me has always been spot on. I owe her my eternal gratitude for helping me to get on a healthier path and helping me to get though a tough time in my life. She has always made time for my questions and concerns, always being extremely patient. I have only the highest respect for her and highly recommend her to any one. – Maureen, Sunnyside, NY
Dr. Arce is a compassionate and extremely thorough doctor, her solution is not to medicate but rather to educate. Under her care, I feel better than I have in years and all without pharmaceuticals. I will use her services for many years to come. - TB, Hoboken, NY