Dr. Ann-Mary Amber is a highly experienced Medical Doctor, Naturopath, and former Registered Nurse with a diverse career spanning over 40 years in Integrative and Conventional Medicine. She has a Fellowship with Australasian College of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine (ACNEM).

She began her healthcare journey in 1984, after completing General Nursing training at Gosford District Hospital. Over the next 12 years, she gained extensive experience in hospital settings, private nursing, palliative care, and international healthcare, including a tenure in Saudi Arabia. In 1996, she qualified as a Naturopath at Nature Care College, Sydney, and later obtained a Certificate in Female Sexual Health from NSW Family Planning in 1998.

After completing her medical degree at the University of Newcastle in 2021 and obtaining her General Registration, Ann-Mary joined The Health Lodge in Byron Bay in 2023. Here, she collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, naturopaths, nutritionists, and psychologists, to provide comprehensive and integrative patient care. Ann-Mary has played a pivotal role in advancing medical nutrition and intravenous therapy in Australia. As a longstanding member of the Biological Therapies support network and the Australasian College of Medical Nutrition, she has contributed to training programs and the development of safety guidelines for IV nutrient therapies. She also supports emerging clinics by providing expertise in setting up safe and professional intravenous therapy services.

An esteemed educator, Ann-Mary has been involved with the Australasian College of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) since 1999, serving as a presenter, Education Committee member, and later as Education Coordinator in 2007. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping integrative medical education. She has also worked internationally, helping to establish integrative medicine programs in Thailand, Malaysia, and India.

Ann-Mary has dedicated much of her career to nutritional and integrative medicine. She has owned and operated successful Nutritional Medical Centres in Byron Bay, Mullumbimby, and Ocean Shores, specialising in intravenous (IV) therapies, including chelation therapy and high-dose vitamin C treatments. In 2023, she became an Authorised Prescriber of Cannabis Medicine, further expanding her holistic approach to healthcare. In 2024, Ann-Mary launched an online consultation service, providing greater accessibility to intravenous nutrient therapy and cannabis medicine.

Through this platform, patients can discuss their treatment options with her, with IV nutrient therapies being outsourced to nurse-run clinics in rural areas. The service is set to expand, incorporating female health support and comprehensive nutrient level assessments. Beyond medicine, Ann-Mary has a background in the fitness industry, completing fitness leader training in 1989 and specialising in Aquarobics. She has presented at national and international conferences and contributed to the development of educational materials in the field.

With her extensive expertise in integrative health, medical education, and patient-centred care, Dr. Ann-Mary Amber continues to be a leading figure in the field of holistic and nutritional medicine.

Services offered:

IV Vitamin C Therapy: Over 25 years of experience ensuring safety and appropriate prescribing. Vitamin C is utilised in managing both acute and chronic inflammatory conditions. IV Vitamin C along with other nutrients such as Magnesium, Glutathione, B vitamins and Zinc can all be given for many chronic health conditions. There will be a medical history review to assess suitability and identification of contraindications. E.g. assessing for G6PD deficiency screening for high dose Vitamin C. Plan to partner with rural/remote nursing networks to deliver services in underserved areas.

Cannabis Medicine: Up to date training in cannabis medicine and active membership in the Australian Cannabis Network. Offering detailed consultations that include discussion of risks, benefits, and expectations.
Therapeutic Applications: Second-line treatment for managing inflammatory conditions with associated pain. May be beneficial in addressing anxiety and insomnia.
Treatment Approach: Emphasis on low-dose regimens to maximise benefit while minimising potential side effects. A viable alternative for patients who cannot tolerate NSAIDs or for whom opiates are inappropriate.

Female Hormone Support: With over 25 years of experience, we hope to address the hormonal fluctuations and symptoms encountered during perimenopause and menopause. By utilising bio-identical hormone therapies to help restore balance by effectively managing oestrogen and progesterone deficiencies. We can extend our care to balance additional hormones like testosterone and DHEA for a comprehensive approach to hormone health. Each plan is customised based on in-depth patient assessments, continuous symptom tracking, and laboratory evaluations.

Integrative Nutritional Support: Working in partnership with allied health professionals including naturopaths, nurses, nutritionists, and acupuncturists; to provide supportive and comprehensive care. By taking medical history to identify and address common nutrient deficiencies (e.g., iron, B12, magnesium, zinc and Vitamin D) this service supports the team in providing care for optimal wellness.

Environmental Allergy Testing and Desensitisation: Do you suffer from hayfever (allergic rhinitis), sinusitis, allergic conjunctivitis, facial itch, blocked nose, nocturnal mouth breathing, snoring, brain fog or fatigue? We test and treat allergies caused by pollens, grasses, house dust mite, animal dander (cat, dog, horse) and mould. We apply a holistic approach to allergy desensitisation using a non-pharmaceutical remedy, combined with reducing your environmental exposure and diet education.