Ascends Natural Medicine
Clinic Profile
Name: Ascends Natural Medicine
Locations:
Gilbert, Arizona and Casa Grande, Arizona
Contact:
Gilbert: (480) 253-9533
Casa Grande: (520) 702-5220
Specialties:
Integrative naturopathic treatments focused on weight loss, hormone therapy, chronic illness management, and MedSpa services.
Approach:
The clinic follows a blend of naturopathic and conventional medicine designed to promote holistic and personalized care. Treatments are aimed at addressing root causes of health concerns while supporting long-term wellness.
Background and History
Ascends Natural Medicine is led by Dr. Lakshmi Nandyala, NMD, a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor who has been practicing in Arizona since 2013.
Dr. Nandyala has a family background in Ayurvedic medicine from India and received training in Ayurvedic medicine and Nature Cure. She integrates these traditional practices with modern naturopathic and conventional medical treatments.
The clinic’s mission is to combine advanced medical science with traditional naturopathic approaches to help patients achieve improved health and lasting wellness.
Services and Programs
Medical Weight Loss
The clinic provides medically supervised weight loss programs that include Semaglutide or Tirzepatide injections. These programs are combined with weekly fat-burning injections and B12 shots, along with personalized nutrition guidance, exercise recommendations, and ongoing support.
Both spellings “Trizepetide” and “Tirzepatide” appear in some materials, though they appear to refer to Tirzepatide.
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy
Hormone therapy services are offered to help address hormonal imbalances and support overall health.
Thyroid Care
Treatment programs focus on supporting thyroid health, improving energy levels, and balancing hormones.
Diabetes Management
The clinic offers naturopathic treatments and lifestyle counseling aimed at stabilizing blood sugar levels.
Chronic Illness Management
Patients with long-term health conditions may receive holistic care designed to address underlying causes and support overall well-being.
Physical Medicine Treatments
Physical medicine services include:
- Prolotherapy
- Platelet Rich Plasma therapy
- Microneedling with PRP and radiofrequency
- Acupuncture
MedSpa Services
MedSpa treatments include services such as nano fractional laser treatments for skin rejuvenation and hair removal.
Additional Naturopathic Services
Other naturopathic treatments and services offered by the clinic include:
- Ayurvedic medicine
- Adrenal fatigue treatment
- Anxiety and depression care
- Neuropathy treatment
- Digestive health support
- PCOS management
Doctors and Medical Professionals
Dr. Lakshmi Nandyala, NMD
Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor practicing in Arizona since 2013. She follows a comprehensive integrative approach that includes IV therapy, injection therapy, acupuncture, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, botanical medicine, Ayurveda, and nutrition.
Dr. Nandyala also serves as an adjunct faculty member at the Pihma Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine School.
Reviews and Patient Feedback
Ascends Natural Medicine has an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Positive Feedback
Patients frequently mention personalized care, compassionate treatment, and a thorough medical approach. Many reviews highlight successful weight loss results and improvements in overall health.
Negative Feedback
Some patients have reported issues with customer service, including missed appointment notifications and short interactions during visits.
Testimonials and Quotes
“Dr Nandyala is a breath of fresh air. She immediately helped me lose over 50#s and continues to work with me to effectively adjust to what my body needs.”
“Poor customer service. Did not receive a notification that my appointment was cancelled. Dr. Nandyala gave a very brief introduction and didn’t remember me after one month.”
“Ascends offers powerful, holistic, and affordable therapies to restore balance and health to the body.”
“Dr. Nandyala has helped my health and find lasting weight loss by leaps and bounds in a short period of time.”
“Dr. Nandyala took into account every issue, allergy, and situation and figured out what would work best for me employing natural remedies with medical medicine.”
“After nano fractional laser treatments, I saw smaller pores, diminished sun spots, and finer wrinkles.”
“Dr. Nandyala is a very good natural medicine doctor, providing excellent advice and guidance about staying healthy.”
Pricing and Value Signals
Weight Loss Program
Weight loss programs start at $75 per week and include Semaglutide or Tirzepatide injections along with weekly fat-burning injections and B12 shots.
Consultations
Typical naturopathic consultations range from 60 to 90 minutes, although specific pricing for consultations is not publicly listed.
Pricing for most other services and follow-up visits is not publicly available.
Risks, Gaps, and Verification Notes
Several information gaps and considerations are associated with the clinic’s publicly available information.
- The spelling discrepancy between “Trizepetide” and “Tirzepatide” may cause confusion in weight loss program descriptions.
- Details about the source or compounding of Semaglutide and Tirzepatide medications are not specified.
- Pricing transparency is limited for many services other than the weight loss program promotion.
- Some patients have reported concerns related to customer service and appointment notifications.
- The clinic lists Gilbert and Casa Grande as locations, while other sources mention additional cities such as Scottsdale, Chandler, and Mesa, which may indicate broader service areas or previous locations.
The clinic’s exact establishment date and detailed historical background are not publicly available.





