Dr. Marcus Shams is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and first-year resident at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Northern Arizona University in 2014 with an emphasis in medical psychology, and received his Naturopathic medical degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2018. Since 2013, Marcus has been a certified EMT with experience working in a Trauma Level-1 emergency department. In clinical practice, Marcus blends naturopathic modalities with modern medical practices to deliver an integrative approach to address and treat both common and uncommon medical conditions. He has a focus in the treatment of young adult mental health concerns, autoimmune, gastrointestinal, and endocrine disorders, as well as conditions stemming from environmental exposure to toxins. During his free time, Marcus enjoys spending time outdoors, and often takes trips up north to go camping and hiking in Flagstaff.