Dr. Samantha Larkin, ND
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
Dedicated Naturopathic Doctor with expertise in IV therapy, functional neurology, and GLP-1 prescribing. Proven ability to enhance patient retention through exceptional customer service and teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Naturopathic Doctor
iThriveMD
San Diego
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated GLP-1 medication prescribing to optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted with peptide testosterone and bioidentical hormone therapy prescribing for male and female patients to enhance hormonal balance.
- Reviewed lab results and assisted with individualized treatment plan development.
- Supported peripheral IV access and IV medication preparation.
- Enhanced new patient conversion and retention through exceptional customer service and patient engagement.
Naturopathic Doctor
Nature Cure Naturopathic Medicine
San Diego, California
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Operated a private practice, delivering house-call intravenous nutrient and vitamin therapy to enhance patient health outcomes.
- Facilitated naturopathic consultations during home visits, addressing individual patient needs for improved care.
- Applied advanced peripheral venous access skills to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Associate Doctor
Skin Naturopathic Medicine
Encinitas, CA
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Administered IM and IV therapies for patients
- Supported IV therapy program to enhance patient care delivery
- Facilitated administrative operations to maintain efficient workflow
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Bastyr University
San Diego, California
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Instructed students in hands-on medical skills, enhancing practical knowledge in peripheral IV access, IV formulation, IM and subcutaneous injections, phlebotomy, and minor procedures.
- Developed and presented engaging lecture materials for classroom courses, fostering student understanding and participation.
- Collaborated with chief medical officer to enhance emergency medicine SOP materials, ensuring alignment with current practices and regulations.
Associate Doctor
Spark Health
Solana Beach
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Streamlined IV therapy operations to enhance patient care in the clinic.
- Revamped IV formulation and sourcing procedures to ensure quality and consistency.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordering of injectable medicines and supplements, ensuring availability for patient treatments.
- Assisted with development of clean room guidelines.
- Conducted comprehensive naturopathic evaluations for patients.
Research Assistant-Stem Cell Tissue Culture
Salk Institute for Biological Sciences
San Diego, CA
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Analyzed induced pluripotent stem cell-derived dopaminergic neurons from healthy controls and schizophrenia patients, identifying key differences that may inform future studies.
- Assisted in stem cell tissue culture projects in Gage Laboratory of Genetics, contributing to ongoing research efforts.
- Started as an intern through SDSU/California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) and later accepted the Research Assistant role.
- Research findings were published in a scientific journal.
Emergency Medical Technician/ Instructor
Miramar College
San Diego, CA
01.2010 - 04.2011
- Achieved national registration as an EMT-B through comprehensive training and examination.
- Instructed students in emergency medical skills, enhancing their ability to respond effectively to trauma through hands-on training in trauma stabilization, AED use, oxygen administration, spinal immobilization, shock management, blood control, long bone and joint immobilization, ventilation, and childbirth.
- Gained practical experience by responding to emergencies with Lakeside Fire Department, contributing to community safety and emergency response effectiveness.
Nursing Unit Clerk
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
La Mesa, CA
09.2007 - 07.2010
- Entered medical orders for physicians in emergency department to ensure timely patient care
- Coordinated communication between callers and emergency department staff to streamline patient information flow
- Administered CPR and supported emergency department tasks to assist in critical patient interventions
Student Intern/Clinical Research Associate
UCSD Hillcrest Medical Center
San diego
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Conducted clinical research on educational intervention aimed at increasing spacer device use for asthma and COPD, enhancing patient adherence to treatment.
- Assisted in clinical research projects through UCSD Howard Hughes Scholar Research Program, contributing to advancement of medical knowledge.
- Supported emergency department care at UCSD Hillcrest Medical Center, improving patient treatment processes. at UCSD Hillcrest Medical Center.
Education
Doctorate - Naturopathic Medicine
Bastyr University
San Diego, CA06-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Functional Neurology
Dr. Datis Kharrazian Functional Neurology Seminars
San Diego, CABachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Orchestral Clarinet Performance
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco, CASkills
- IV therapy administration
- Complex venous access
- GLP-1 prescribing/monitoring
- Ketogenic Diet
- Functional neurology
- Emergency medicine
- Lab result analysis
- Hormone therapy protocols
- Peptide therapy
- Patient retention
- Team collaboration
- Bedside manner
Publications
Dopaminergic Differentiation of Human Pluripotent Cells
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22872424/
Timeline
Naturopathic Doctor
iThriveMD
08.2023 - 08.2024
Associate Doctor
Skin Naturopathic Medicine
08.2021 - 09.2022
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Bastyr University
09.2020 - 09.2021
Naturopathic Doctor
Nature Cure Naturopathic Medicine
08.2020 - 08.2024
Associate Doctor
Spark Health
08.2017 - 05.2020
Research Assistant-Stem Cell Tissue Culture
Salk Institute for Biological Sciences
09.2010 - 09.2011
Emergency Medical Technician/ Instructor
Miramar College
01.2010 - 04.2011
Student Intern/Clinical Research Associate
UCSD Hillcrest Medical Center
08.2008 - 08.2009
Nursing Unit Clerk
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
09.2007 - 07.2010
Doctorate - Naturopathic Medicine
Bastyr University
Some College (No Degree) - Functional Neurology
Dr. Datis Kharrazian Functional Neurology Seminars
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
Some College (No Degree) - Orchestral Clarinet Performance
San Francisco Conservatory of Music