OUR TEAM
Erin Rhae Biller, ND, FAIHM
Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor & Fellow of The Academy of Integrative & Holistic Medicine
Time at N&SM: 7 years.
Specialities: Integrative Medicine, Immune Regulation, Hormonal Wellness, Supportive Cancer Care & Pediatrics.
Dr. Erin Rhae Biller solidified her lifelong passion for healthcare while working in economic development and women's health in Udaipur, India, through the Foundation for Sustainable Development. After returning home, Erin earned a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (NMD) degree from Bastyr University California while working as a naturopathic medical assistant for Dr. McNulty at Nature & Science Medicine. Prior to medical school, Dr. Biller received a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Mary’s College.
The cornerstone of Dr. Biller’s unique approach to healing is founded on the principles of patient education and finding the least invasive therapeutic options to treat the root cause of a patient’s malady.
Dr. Biller is a patient advocate dedicated to improving access to naturopathic medicine for all people through her work in San Diego free clinics, and her legislative efforts at the state and federal level. She has volunteered in health camps in Nicaragua, studied Ayurvedic medicine in Sri Lanka, and sponsors first aid relief during natural disasters. Dr. Biller also speaks at corporate and community events to promote public awareness of naturopathic medicine and strategies to incorporate it for a healthier life.
Dr. Biller is an avid organic gluten-free and allergy-friendly chef, and is the creator of a community dinner. In her free time, she enjoys finding fun new ways to exercise, creating natural products, art, and traveling the world to seek exposure to new medical techniques, cultures, and people.
Nikodemas McNulty, ND
Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor
Founder of Nature & Science Medicine (N&SM) & Clinical Administrator
Specialities: IV Therapy
Dr. Nikodemas McNulty’s passion for helping people drove his interest in medicine from an early age. He initially envisioned a career as a surgeon. However, while working in prostate and bladder cancer research at the University of South Florida, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Science, Dr. McNulty observed limitations of modern cancer research that inspired him to explore natural medicine – a care system that strives to find the root cause of disease by understanding the body, mind, and spirit of the person.
Dr. McNulty’s expertise in customized IV treatments enables him to help patients with ailments ranging from food sensitivities, fatigue or nutrient deficiency to cancer and chronic illnesses. He provides pain and symptom management for cancer patients at all stages – regularly receiving referrals from medical doctors at Scripps and UCSD to provide supportive treatment to patients undergoing cancer therapies. He works with patients diagnosed with severe neurological disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's to slow the progression and provide relief. He helps patients combatting addiction with detox and the alleviation of withdrawal response symptoms.
Dr. McNulty earned his Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (NMD) degree and completed his residency at Bastyr University – the world's leading academic center for naturopathic medicine, with campuses in Seattle and San Diego. Bastyr is internationally renowned for its rigorous curriculum, comprehensive clinical training and groundbreaking research that combines conventional diagnostic testing with natural treatments. While building his medical practice, Dr. McNulty taught Advanced IV Therapy and supervised Student Clinician shifts at Bastyr university for four years. When he isn't working, Dr. McNulty can be found in the great outdoors, surfing, in the local deserts and mountains, and occasionally in the forests of Washington.
Chelsea Smithback, ND
Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor, Personal Trainer, & Nutritionist.
Specialties: IV therapy, Sports Medicine, Mental Health, Women’s Health, Pediatrics, & Skin health.
Dr. Chelsea Smithback had always wanted to be a doctor from a young age. Growing up in Germany, she was already accustomed to a more holistic approach to medicine. Dr. Smithback became a doctor because she wants to see her patients truly thrive in their lives, becoming their healthiest, strongest, most vibrant, happiest selves, and to guide them on their health journey. Dr. Smithback’s approach is very patient-centered and based on finding the root cause and treating with a variety of naturopathic modalities. She believes in the mind-body connection and the power each person has to take their health into their hands.
Her own skin health was what propelled her to find alternative health treatments and led to become a naturopathic doctor. She has always had an interest in sports medicine, and was a dual sport college athlete and is also a certified personal trainer and nutritionist. She loves to bring people to their optimal level of performance to help them reach their goals.
Dr. Smithback holds a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from Bastyr University, a bachelors in Sports Biology, and completed her residency at Nature & Science Medicine.
In her free time she surfs, plays tennis, beach volleyball, skis, dances, cooks, loves traveling the world and spending time with friends and family.