About
Dr. Alex Pinchot, ND is a naturopathic physician licensed to practice medicine in Oregon. He provides primary care for patients of all ages, with particular depth in physical medicine, sports injury, chronic pain, and counseling. His clinical training extends into osseous manipulation, craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, pediatric medicine, and gentle detoxification. He also holds certification as a Kinesio Taping Professional.
Dr. Pinchot approaches each patient by investigating the root causes behind their health concerns. He draws on manual therapies, injection therapies, dietary modifications, herbal and pharmaceutical management, and psychotherapy to build individualized treatment plans. He believes the doctor's role is to serve as a guide and teacher on the path to wellness. Outside the clinic, he spends time whitewater kayaking, rafting, ski patrolling, and cooking nutritious food with his wife and two daughters in the rivers, mountains, and gardens of the Columbia Gorge.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Advanced training in osseous manipulation, Craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, gentle detoxification, pediatric medicine, and counseling
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Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Pinchot right for?
Dr. Pinchot serves patients across all age groups, from young children to older adults. He works well with athletes and active individuals managing sports injuries or chronic pain. Patients dealing with hormone imbalances, autoimmune conditions, thyroid disorders, or digestive complaints benefit from his root-cause approach. Families seeking a single provider for both primary care and physical medicine find his broad scope especially practical. He also supports patients who want to pair medical care with counseling or psychotherapy in a single clinical relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pinchot treats a wide range of conditions across all age groups. His clinical focus includes acute and chronic pain, sports injuries, diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormone imbalances, digestive complaints, autoimmune conditions, migraines, allergies, heart disease, hypertension, elevated cholesterol, menopause, skin conditions, and pediatric concerns like ear infections and fevers. He also treats fatigue, food sensitivities, and asthma.
Dr. Pinchot offers an extensive range of physical medicine therapies. These include manual therapy, myofascial release, Swedish massage, osseous manipulation, craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, Kinesio Taping, prolotherapy, trigger point injection therapy, neural therapy, and acupuncture. He holds advanced training in several of these modalities and is a Certified Kinesio Taping Professional.
Yes, Dr. Pinchot carries advanced training in pediatric medicine. He provides well-child visits and treats common pediatric concerns including ear infections, fevers, asthma, and food allergies. He sees patients from infancy through adulthood, making him a practical choice for families who want consistent care across generations.
Yes, Dr. Pinchot provides counseling and psychotherapy as part of his integrative clinical practice. He approaches therapy as an active, engaged dialogue rather than passive listening. Counseling sessions start at $150 per hour with a sliding scale available. He views mental and emotional health as inseparable from physical wellbeing.
Dr. Pinchot investigates the underlying causes behind chronic conditions rather than managing symptoms in isolation. He combines conventional diagnostics with naturopathic therapies, including dietary modifications, supplementation, herbal medicine, prescription medications, and injection therapies. He tailors treatment plans to each patient's unique health history and goals.
Dr. Pinchot is a licensed naturopathic physician in Oregon. He holds certification as a Kinesio Taping Professional and has completed advanced training in osseous manipulation, craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, pediatric medicine, and gentle detoxification.
Dr. Pinchot applies both diagnostic and hands-on skills to sports medicine. He evaluates injuries, manages acute and chronic pain, and uses Kinesio Taping, prolotherapy, manual therapies, and injection therapies to support recovery. He is active in outdoor sports himself, which informs his practical understanding of athletic injuries and performance.
Yes, Dr. Pinchot offers CIMT testing, which stands for Carotid Intima-Media Thickness testing. This tool helps assess cardiovascular risk by measuring arterial wall changes. It gives patients and their doctor an earlier picture of heart disease risk before major symptoms develop.
Dr. Pinchot conducts visits in English. The practice welcomes patients from across the Columbia Gorge community and works to create an inclusive, compassionate environment for all patients.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026