Jennifer Armstrong MD
Dr. Jennifer Armstrong is a board-certified Environmental Physician and a leading expert in Environmental Medicine, with over 25 years of experience treating patients with chemical sensitivities, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and allergies. She is the founder and medical director of the Environmental Health Clinic in Ottawa, which she established in 1997. Today, her clinic serves over 2,000 patients and has a waiting list of 1 to 2 years, highlighting the growing demand for specialized care in environmental medicine.
A Unique & Transformative Medical Approach
Dr. Armstrong’s practice is exclusively dedicated to treating environmentally sensitive patients and those suffering from chronic illnesses linked to environmental exposures. Her treatment techniques have also shown benefits for autism, failure to thrive, asthma, depression, cancer, and other chronic conditions. The clinic environment is entirely perfume and chemical-free, ensuring a safe space for patients with chemical sensitivities.
Reflecting on her two decades of practice, Dr. Armstrong has observed remarkable patient outcomes:
✔ Patients who once relied on conventional medications are now drug-free, having learned how to avoid toxic exposures.
✔ Elderly patients maintain normal blood pressure, no diabetes, and no joint/muscle issues, despite their age, due to targeted environmental health strategies.
Education & Training
✔ B.Sc. in Biochemistry – Carleton University (1973)
✔ M.D. – University of Toronto Medical School (1977)
✔ Environmental Medicine Training – Under Dr. John MacLennan (1991-1994)
✔ Started Practice in Environmental Medicine – 1997
✔ Board-Certified Environmental Physician – American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM) and the International Board of Environmental Medicine
✔ Past President, American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM) (2008-2009)
Awards & Recognition
🏆 Award for Excellence in Environmental Medicine – Canadian Society of Environmental Medicine (2003)
🏆 Nominee, Woman of Distinction Award – YWCA (2004)
Innovative Treatment Methods
Dr. Armstrong integrates a holistic approach to care, combining evidence-based environmental medicine with complementary therapies. Her techniques include:
✔ Serial Dilution Allergy Testing
✔ Intravenous Vitamins & Minerals
✔ Allergy Serums & Ortho-Molecular Medicine
✔ Heavy Metal Chelation Therapy
✔ Oxygen Therapy
Recognizing the importance of multidisciplinary healing, she collaborates with naturopaths, homeopaths, acupuncturists, and massage therapists, acknowledging their role in helping patients regain health and resilience.
A Call for More Doctors in Environmental Medicine
Dr. Armstrong strongly advocates for more physicians in the field of Environmental Medicine, emphasizing the life-changing results she has seen in her patients. She finds her work immensely rewarding, as it empowers patients to take control of their health through education, detoxification, and environmental awareness.
Her dedication to advancing Environmental Medicine continues to make a profound impact on patient care and medical research, setting a high standard for integrative and preventive healthcare.