Reza Kalhor NMD

Resident Physician

Family Medicine, Chronic Conditions, Neurodegenerative Disorders

About

Dr. Reza Kalhor is a dedicated naturopathic medical doctor currently in his first year of residency at Sonoran University of Health Sciences. His journey in healthcare began with a deep passion for helping others, first as an EMT, where he gained hands-on experience in emergency care. He also worked extensively with individuals on the autism spectrum as a Behavioral Health Works specialist, applying Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) to support those with autism and related disorders. 

His commitment to holistic wellness extends beyond clinical practice. Through his role in the Orange Coast College Adapted Kinesiology Program and as a community support specialist at Project Independence, Dr. Kalhor has been instrumental in empowering individuals with special needs to achieve physical and emotional independence. Now, as a resident, he continues to pursue excellence in naturopathic medicine, blending his diverse background with a passion for patient-centered care. 

• Worked as ABA (Applied behavioral Analysis) with BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WORKS with the main focus on Treatment/Management of Autism & Related Disorders 

• Orange Coast College Adapted Kinesiology Program;  

• Community support specialist at Project Independence;  

• EMT Emergency medical technician  

• 1st year resident at Sonoran University 

Areas of Focus

• Family medicine 

• Chronic conditions 

• Neurodegenerative disorders 

Education

• University of California Irvine; Graduated in 2018 with Summa Cum Laude in Psychology  

• ND program; Bastyr University, California Campus Graduated 2024 

Publications

• Clinical research: “Prospective Outcomes Trial in Patients Undergoing Care with Naturopathic Providers” 
  • AMA citation format: Hsuing, CY., Roth, M., Silva, L., Dack, O., Dungan, BE., Heishman, H., Kathireson, K., Kulkarni, S., Punzi, J., Cunningham, H., McGrath, B., McKee, D., Merrill, I., Warren, J., Youngquist, T., Uribe, J., Armstrong, I., Peng, F., Miller, C., Marini Garcia, A., Anis, S., Manus, M., Samah, Z., Tapper, J., Aram, S., Boomgaarden, M., Fallon, M., Koerner, S., Langdon, O., Chen, CF., Cheng, PH., Curameng, X., Lee, JI., Salcido, C., Ghetmiri, N., Kalhor, R., Sweet, ES. Prospective Outcomes Trial in Patients Undergoing Care with Naturopathic Providers (POT PNP); Bastyr University  Student and Faculty Research Symposium; June 10-21, 2024; Kenmore, WA.