Patient Testimonials

Below are just some of the wonderful testimonials Dr. Doni's patients have sent in.

For the first time in 16 years, I’m finally free of the debilitating symptoms of Crohn’s Disease.

Before working with Dr. Doni, I struggled with Crohn’s Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome since 1996. The medications to treat Crohn’s are horrific. Sometimes the side effects were worse than the disease. There were steroids that cause weight gain and moon face, anti-inflammatory agents that injure the upper GI tract and damage the liver, leukemia medicines to retard the immune system, aspirin derivatives that made my ears ring and one drug that damages the kidneys after prolonged use.

I could use one or a cocktail of them at any given time and the prognosis was that I would be medicated for the rest of my life. Sometimes I was taking 36 pills a day! I just couldn’t believe that my body couldn’t help itself if only someone would tell me what to do or not do naturally. I could not live with the idea of taking these medications forever. So I began researching a natural choice and hunted the internet for someone with a good reputation and respectable credentials. And I found Dr. Doni.

The first thing I liked about working with Dr. Doni was that she didn’t have a try and see approach. Instead she had a specific plan of this is how we will make you better approach. It was both reassuring and honest.

Since that first appointment with Dr. Doni, I have been totally free of pills, medications and symptoms, and for the first time in about 16 years! I have not had a symptom of Crohn’s since the day she showed me how to upgrade my diet and recommended one natural supplement for a month. While I may never be free of Crohn’s, I now have a natural way to deal with my occasional symptoms.

Words can not express how joyful I am no longer depending on medications and being free of their many side effects. Knowing that a simple change in my diet made me well has changed the way I think about my body completely. I feel empowered that I have the capacity and wherewithal to make positive changes that will impact my life forever.

Now, by simply paying attention to the fuel I provide to my body has made my quality of life so much better. I don’t get sick as often, my immune system is so strong. If I get a cold, it lasts half the time of other people’s. My body is a perfectly working machine as long as I give it what it needs.

Thank you Dr. Doni!

Norma-Jean Callahan
Real Estate Sales Professional
New York, NY

I no longer suffer from the crippling effects of PMDD and my quality of life has improved substantially.

I was diagnosed with Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) in 2002. The doctor provided little information and sent me on my way with a prescription for Sarafem. I tried it for a few weeks then stopped because it made me feel awful. I also was not aware of the impact that PMDD would have on my life. After years of suffering and many hours of research, I decided to seek out help.

Everything that I had read about PMDD led me to believe that the only way to treat it would be to take Sarafem or a form of anti-depressant. Yet my body does not agree well with anti-depressants and I wanted to find an alternative way of treating the problem that would be more conducive to my healthy lifestyle. I started to research natural therapies and naturopathic doctors in the city of New York and came across Doctor Doni’s name.

Right away, working with Dr. Doni was different. She seems to have a love for what she does and a genuine concern for the health and well being of her patients. She took the time to help me gain an understanding of what was going on in my body and what resources I did have available to me.

Since working with Dr. Doni, my PMDD symptoms have calmed down significantly and I’ve been able to keep my life on track. I no longer suffer from the crippling effects of PMDD and my quality of life has improved substantially. I would highly recommend Doctor Doni to any woman that is suffering from any premenstrual difficulties.

Kelley
NY, NY

Working with Dr. Doni saved my marriage, my health and allowed me to conceive a child when all of my friends were struggling to do so at my age!

I reached out to Dr. Doni when regular routes of health care were no longer working.

Initially I was suffering from terrible stomach pains and my doctor had suggested I try anti-depressants to alleviate the pain, a route I did not wish to take. A friend had suggested a naturopathic doctor, and after asking around I found Dr. Doni.

Initially, my main concern was regarding the stomach problems. Dr. Doni identified a number of allergies and corrected the issue along with supplements to bring balance back into my body.

A few years later when I was suffering from hormonal imbalances and mood fluctuation, another health issue my regular MDs had given up on, Dr. Doni was able to pinpoint the problem and show me how to bring my body back into balance - without the use of medications that in the past had only acerbated the issues.

I love that it she uses a holistic approach. Dr. Doni looks at all areas of the body, including nutrition as the basis of all health. Bedside manner is everything, and she is a gentle and kind practitioner who understands that there is health, and there is life. If we can find balance in our body we can find balance between these two aspects of ourselves, too.

Looking back on what Dr. Doni has helped me with, for one, my body and my moods are far more balanced now. I no longer need pharmaceutical drugs to be healthy. As a matter of fact, I am now healthier without them.

Secondly, I have learned (and perhaps this is most important) to be more aware of myself and my body and what it is telling me. For example, I am now aware when I'm low on fuel (food) because my health or my mood reverts to a less-than-optimal state.

Finally, I'm a healthier individual. I am learning to rely on healthy food and activity. Not because I know it's important to my health (I always knew that!), but because I know how good I feel when I do.

All in all, can I say that working with you saved my marriage? That maybe it saved me? Perhaps it even helped me get (and stay) pregnant when my friends were stressed and imbalanced and struggled to do so. It sounds amazing but it is all true!!!!

Since finding Dr. Doni I've made many changes in my life and have continually searched for ways to better health and balance. She's been an inspiration and the first person I contact when I have a health concern.

Danielle Rose
Writer
Highland Lakes, NJ

I just received my first normal pap test in over 7 years thanks to your help.

Dear Dr. Doni, I am so grateful for your wisdom, compassion and assistance during my journey back to health! I just received my first normal pap test in over 7 years thanks to your help. I know there are so many women who have HPV and cervical dysplasia and LEEP procedures are very common.

I really wanted to explore an option that would not tramatize my body but would instead work to rid the bad cells and strengthen my immune system-your protocol did just that. Its most unfortunate that orthodox medical procedures are really based on cutting and drugging the problem instead of addressing the cause. I've had well meaning but misinformed GYN's tell me I was "gambling with my life" because I would not do the LEEP and also that high grade dysplasia "NEVER" returns to normal. Also that it would definately turn cancer if I stayed with the high grade for 3 years. Because I presented too much of a liabilty, one GYN refused to see me anymore.

You, on the other hand, remained extremely optimistic about my options and offered your full and experienced support without the fear tactics. Hearing the positive success stories of other women you treated in my situation gave me confidence that I too could make my efforts and see the results. You worked with me and my concerned husband to solve this health issue and earned our respect and trust. I feel so fortunate to have found you and have recommended you to several friends of mine.

I really hope other women suffering with the same situation can find hope and inspiration in reading this testimony and begin their journey back to health with you, Dr. Doni. Natural treatments and a wholistic approach to health are, to me, the most sensible, empowering and effective way to remove disease and the best part is it has no side effects only good effects. Now no lEEPS for me only jumps for joy. Thank you so much, Dr. Doni for offering a plan B...because it worked!

Deborah

I went from barely functioning to feeling alive and happy again!

I was looking for partnership with my doctor in creating good health and I found traditional medicine to be overly focused on drug therapies and treating symptoms rather than addressing root causes.

My major health issues when I first came to you were that I was unable to make it through the day without extreme exhaustion, physical and emotional. In hindsight I realize I was suffering with depression, my weight was stuck no matter how much or often I exercised and I was experiencing digestive difficulties.

What I most like about working with you is your listening and diagnostic skills, and your shared desire to be partners in creating optimal health for me. Your willingness to give my instincts credit has impressed me right from the beginning.

Since working with you now I have incredible energy, my serotonin levels went from 50 to 150 (I’m feeling so happy and alive again!) and I have achieved digestive balance. I went from barely functioning to fully functioning.

Colleen, age 45
Stay-at-home-mom of three teenage boys
Sloatsburg NY

I finally found a doctor who took me seriously and listened and respected my body as much as I do!

For almost 2 years I had not been myself. It felt like my body had closed down on me and nothing I could do would help. I suffered from extreme fatigue to the point where I could not lift my arms, trembling, heart palpitations, extreme mood swings, anxiety, depression, recurrent yeast infections and an array of other symptoms.

I visited numerous doctors from primary doctors to gynecologists, endocrinologists, gastroenterologists and even tried acupuncture. I was prescribed various medications from anti-anxiety to birth control pills to thyroid medications. I hate taking medications but I tried everything- that is how desperate I was.

Each time I tried something it would make me even worse! After researching on the internet I came across Dr. Wilson's website and decided to call her. I will always be grateful for that decision because it was one of the best decisions of my life!!!

Dr. Doni was amazing! From our initial phone consult I noticed immediately that she actually listened to me, unlike all the other doctors that I had gone to that were quick to offer random diagnoses and prescribe. She ran tests to check my hormones and adrenals as well as food sensitivities and began working with me in giving my body the support it needed to re-find it's balance.

Dr. Doni's respect towards the intricate workings of the body, her caring and sensitivity nature as well as her immense knowledge are what makes her the best doctor I know! Even towards the end of treatment she would continue to take every symptom and physical complaint of mine seriously no matter how small they were becoming. I was so relieved that I had finally found a doctor who took me seriously and listened and respected my body as much as I do!

After two weeks of her treatment I immediately started to feel significantly better....6 months later, I am now happy to report that I have never felt better in my life and will always feel grateful for Dr. Doni's help! Thank you Dr. Doni- you gave me my life back!!!

Anna M.
New York, NY

Dr. Doni was a gift for me and a treasure in so many ways.

Thank you for all your work and care. I am also excited to see the results from my tests to see what my body is doing and needs. I had a wonderful time on Tuesday. You are a gift for me and a treasure in so many ways. I love to watch your thinking as you put things together and the lightness of your touch is inspiring. You are one special woman, Dr. Doni!

Lucy T.

Dr. Doni helped me understand the options that I didn’t know I had!

There are so many effective natural therapies for PMS, irritability, fatigue and headaches’ Dr. Wilson helped me to understand the options and prioritize for my health.

Sherri F.
Brewster, NY

In Dr. Doni I found a medical professional to help me achieve health naturally!

I was searching for a doctor who could help me achieve health in body and spirit without being restricted to pharmaceutical medicine. I found this in Dr. Wilson.

Judy M.
Nyack, NY

My baby & I are doing very well.

Thank you Dr. Doni! My baby & I are doing very well. All his digestive issues seemed to have cleared up. He just spits up now a little like a normal baby. We are very happy! All is great! Thanks again & be well! C. O.

I feel like a human again!

Thank you so much! Figuring out which foods to avoid has changed my life. I feel like a human again! I wish you and your daughter many, many happy and healthy years! All the best, M.C.

I'm SO relieved that this is going so well and the auto-antibodies are now negative!

Thanks SO much! When i hung up I just started to cry...I'm SO relieved that this is going so well and the auto-antibodies are now negative! I guess I was more upset about this than I even knew...huge weight off my shoulders now! I.M.

My stomach is feeling good...

Thanks, Dr. Doni! I took your advice, and I think I'm getting this down. My stomach is feeling good -- no bloating for a few days now. : )
L.P.

Dr. Doni you changed my life!

Dr. Doni you changed my life! Do you love your job or what?? What an amazing impact you have on people's lives. I love my new diet, I feel like a new person. It's a lot gain and all I lose is some fattening naan at Indian dinner!

Just wanted to update you. I am so happy to not be a big bloated balloon 24 hours a day, and I feel so much more energized all the time. The protein shake is GENIOUS. Life changing.

Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!

xo,
Robin

Everything is great.

Hi Dr. Doni, I was thinking about you today, and thought I should shoot you an e-mail. Everything is great. My energy has increased and I've lost 20+ pounds. I have actually started playing soccer again which makes me feel amazing. My period ended after 7 days, in a very controlled fashion. I am now on the natural progesterone and that seems to be working. The dietary changes were easier than I thought, and the results are well worth the extra thought I have to give to eating.

Thanks for all your help and have a great weekend.

Laurie

I am definitely better.

Oh Thank you! I am definitely better. I have to say, my husband has been sick for almost 3 weeks! I finally got the cold Tuesday night and was really bad until Sat, and I was helping at school, working, teaching....I was wiped! BUT....I think my bounce back in 5 days is amazing compared to what I'm hearing out there and my own husband. So thank you for helping me build a stronger defense! I went back to yoga Monday and it made me feel even better. I went again today and I am not tired! I could do another class tonight if I had time!

Robynne

I have a new awareness of what I put into my mouth.

As far as my pursuit of gluten-free eating goes-- I have been doing very well. Although it has only been about a month since I've started eliminating gluten from my diet, I am already seeing some improvements in mental clarity, bloating, and overall well-being.

I'm sure you may hear this from others, but it is definitely an eye-opener to have a food intolerance/ allergy. I now have a new awareness of what I put into my mouth--it has been a lot of junk and quick convenience food! Now that I have to stop and think before eating something, I can really contemplate what it is I eat, and what a healthy alternative may be. There will be a lot of pattern changing and habit breaking that I need to do-- but I'm glad that I now have motivation for doing it!!

Talk to you soon!

Best,
Jessica

Thank you from the bottom of my heart...

I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you did for me when I was living in New York. Your guidance in holistic care, nutrition and life helped me through my health issues. I still recommend you to anyone who is looking for a naturapathic doctor because you are simply the best. :)

G. G., Doula

What an amazing impact you have on people's lives.

Doni you changed my life! Do you love your job or what?? What an amazing impact you have on people's lives. I love my new diet, I feel like a new person. It's a lot gain and all I lose is some fattening naan at Indian dinner!

My cramps were a bit different as well, though I was surprised to be about a half day early this month (I am usually like a clock) though I imagine that the drastic change in diet must do something to my system. I plan to do the progesterone again this month.

Just wanted to update you. I am so happy to not be a big bloated balloon 24 hours a day, and I feel so much more energized all the time. The protein shake is GENIOUS. Life changing.

Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!

xo
Robin C.
England

Finding out that I have gluten intolerance has changed my health and my life!

Finding out that I have gluten intolerance has changed my health and my life! Thank you for all your help! There is no way I would EVER have figured all of this out on my own. ~ J.D in Manhattan

Things are progressing nicely...

Things are progressing nicely...I've started the e-cises from Egoscue's, Pain Free, book, and they seem to be helping with the knee/legs situation. He explains what is going on just as I feel it in my body! Thanks for recommending him!
~ J.S. Long Island

You just don't realize what is missing until it starts to come back!

I'm feeling so much better by supporting my adrenals and neurotransmitters. You just don't realize what is missing until it starts to come back! I really was running on one AAA battery before I left for Australia a year ago...I can't believe that I actually made it there and back with such a low "charge"!

I am keeping notes in my journal regarding my progress. The latest thing I've noticed is how my mood has begun to fall back into old "normal" rhythms. I am able to socialize for longer periods of time now, without feeling like I am just observing/detached, and being exhausted after two hours, and feeling knocked out the next day. I feel much more connected with people and activity around me...I'm really noticing how "out of it" I was.

Also, very weird, I had thought my tear ducts were blocked or some such, because I never seemed to cry or tear up...even when it should have been a normal, reflexive reaction to something. A week or so ago I was watching something on TV, someone singing a song that was intentionally meant to trigger a reaction...suddenly I started tearing up and then began crying, and I "felt" the song! I sat there and really let it go, just because I could and it felt good! :-D I've really been talking up naturopathy...spreading the word!
~ J.S. Long Island

I feel great!

I've actually been doing really well. I feel great! I have been sticking with the dietary restrictions (avoiding gluten) and I've started working out. I also have gotten 2 periods without using any of the hormones, which is such a shift for my body, after years of irregular cycles. ~ Claire S. in Manhattan

My experiences with Dr. Doni have been sincerely remarkable.

After going through conventional medical practitioners for too many years of disappointment, the time was overdue that I find a naturopath for my health concerns.

Doni Wilson was the ND I chose to meet with and truly, by taking the natural approach (rather than all of those medicines), including natural hormones, I quickly started to feel better.

Dr. Doni is very knowledgeable about the paths to take and continues to help me fine tune where I am going, nutritionally and supplement-wise.

Thank you Dr. Doni, my experiences with you have been sincerely remarkable.

Sharon E.

With Dr. Doni’s help, I am back to exercising, my energy has improved and I have resumed my regular schedule. Most people have no idea that I have a ‘debilitating disease’!

I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis about 7 months ago. I chose not to take the traditional medical path, which would have meant a lifetime of steroid medication.

Instead, I have chosen to treat the disease with Dr. Doni’s help which included a natural approach involving supplements, vitamins, being mindful of food allergies, and a plan to improve the GI problems that led to this problem in the first place.

After only a short time, my symptoms were under control and I was able to go back to work and enter back into my normal routine, with a few alterations.

Now, after 7 months, I am able to exercise, my energy has improved and I have resumed my regular schedule. Most people have no idea that I have a debilitating disease!!

I also want to add that it was a real pleasure to work with Dr. Doni and her staff. I wanted to find a doctor that would provide good customer service, because I am always looking for general good health for me and my family.

What I particularly loved about Dr. Doni’s approach is that I always get a timely response from her and her staff and they are always willing to listen. She doesn’t try to accomplish too much at once, but lays out a simple plan that is attainable.

I continue to feel better each day, and I'm sure that I'm on the right path to staying healthy.

Ilene Marcos
Purdys, NY

Dr. Doni helped me get my diabetes under control, I no longer suffer from allergies, and most of all, I have tons of energy!

Dr. Doni was referred to me by my nutritionist who I was working with to manage my Type 2 Diabetes through diet. But I still struggled with stress, was overly tired and experienced chronic allergies.

Dr. Doni spent time listening to me, learning about who I was and what I needed as an individual. It felt wonderful to be heard and acknowledged for what I was saying by my docotr. I was so used to being given pills and prescriptions!

Now, my diabetes is under control, I don't suffer from allergies, and most of all I have tons of energy! I feel confident that I can live my life with diabetes without it being a death sentence or traditional medications which have horrible side effects.

I am blessed that I was introduced to Dr. Doni! She has changed my life so I can live it to the fullest!

Caroline Ferenczi
Executive Assistant and Cabaret Singer
Bayside, NY

I started with the attitude of just taking a chance on something unconventional, and I was startled to see how quickly and effectively things improved.

Prior to working with Dr. Doni, I was wheezing every night brought on by what I thought was hay fever and chronic chest congestion that was very uncomfortable. I was ready to try anything.

What I liked about working with Dr. Doni was she explored the problem to its roots, not just treating the symptom. She took steps to find out what possible underlying issues there may be, and I was shocked to find out I was actually allergic to more than just pollen. The underlying allergies were really causing the problems. I like how she attacked the problem head-on initially and then try to make adjustments to get optimal results. This is a scientific approach of looking at a problem and its causes, not simply applying meaningless statistics to try to see if something works.

I also liked the fact that Dr. Doni’s approach uses the body's systems and natural approaches to treat a problem, and not chemicals. I like how responsive she is to questions and comments. The level of care that she provided is something I've never had with any kind of physician anywhere.

These days, here is what my life is like now since working with Dr. Doni…

1) I no longer wheeze at night. I would have been happy to just not wheeze as much, especially in the spring when my breathing was especially difficult at times. Now, I have no such issues.

2) I no longer have chest congestion during the day (or perhaps very little), so I don't have to persistently clear my throat.

3) With the dietary cleanse process, I've lost some weight too, which I could not get rid of even with exercise. It wasn't much weight loss, but it was enough to get me feeling more comfortable.

Overall, I'd have to say that my life has improved tremendously. Considering that I started with the attitude of just taking a chance on something unconventional, I was startled to see how quickly and effectively things improved. I literally went from wheezing every night (for only a few hours) to nothing at all in less than a week. I also now can't eat the foods that I liked, but I'll take breathing over eating any day. : )

Staying healthy isn't cheap. But not being healthy costs even more, monetarily, mentally and physically.

Steve
Sugar Loaf, NY

I feel much more energetic and believe I am headed in the right direction for lifelong health.

My husband Steve had such positive results in working with you on his allergies, and given my general lack of confidence in the medical/pharmaceutical industry, I decided to consult with you regarding my own general health.

On my initial appointment with you I was extremely impressed with our session, which consisted mainly of your asking questions and getting a thorough understanding of my current health and lifestyle, family history and past health issues. You did not rely on a standard check-off questionnaire with a list of catchall diseases/problems that had little relevance to my personal history. I did not feel pressured or hurried, and I learned a great deal from our meeting. As importantly, you respected my decision on how I wanted to attain lifelong health and did not pressure me into “just-in-case” screenings with which I am not comfortable.

The aspect of your practice that is the most important to me is that you look for the cause of health problems; you do not prescribe drugs (or even supplements) to mask symptoms. Also important is the fact that your approach to health is organic to the body, not driven by drugs the pharmaceutical industry is peddling on any given day. Your approach is health driven (attaining and maintaining optimal health and heading off illness) rather than disease driven. And it’s client-specific, with the understanding that patients are individual in their health care and medical needs.

Since working with you I feel much more energetic and believe I am headed in the right direction for lifelong health. I’ve also learned a great deal from you about staying healthy and warding off future problems. Obviously we don’t know what the future holds, but I feel that in partnering with you, I have a better chance at keeping ahead of issues.

Shary
Sugar Loaf, NY