If you live in Gambrills and are looking for a naturopathic doctor nearby, Move Forward Natural Health is a short drive away in Odenton. Dr. Ryan Kneessi, ND, is a Maryland-licensed naturopathic doctor who earned his ND from National University of Health Sciences in 2013. He works with adults who want time to talk through their health, a clear explanation of their lab work, and an educational plan they can follow.
Many health concerns have more than one contributing factor. Instead of looking at a single symptom on its own, Dr. Kneessi takes the time to understand your history, your daily habits, and your lab work, so you can see how the pieces may connect. The goal is a root-cause conversation that helps you understand your body and leave with a clear, practical plan that fits your life.
Dr. Ryan Kneessi, ND
Licensed naturopathic doctor in Maryland · ND, National University of Health Sciences, 2013 · practicing since 2014.
Office: 1350 Blair Dr Suite HH, Odenton, MD 21113 · Get directions · video visits anywhere in Maryland.
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Longtime patients may remember the practice on Gambrills Road. It has since moved to Odenton, and the new office is only a few minutes farther down the road.
A naturopathic approach for Gambrills families
Many people in Gambrills are juggling commutes toward Annapolis, Baltimore, or Washington along with busy family schedules. When energy, sleep, digestion, or mood start to slip, it can be hard to know where to begin. A naturopathic visit is a chance to step back and look at the whole picture, including stress, meals, movement, sleep habits, and how those pieces affect one another.
Dr. Kneessi focuses on education. He explains what he is seeing, why it may matter, and which options are worth discussing with you and your other providers. If you are curious about how his role fits in under Maryland law, his article on what a naturopathic doctor does in Maryland walks through licensing and scope.
Labs that help you understand your health
Lab testing is often part of the process, although it is never required to get started. The guide to functional lab testing for longevity explains what these panels can show, and the reverse T3 article covers a thyroid marker that many people have never had checked. If you are still comparing options, functional medicine vs naturopathic medicine and how to choose a holistic doctor in Maryland may help you decide what kind of practitioner you want.
How visits work
Every new patient starts with a free 15-minute call to ask questions and see whether the practice is a good fit. The initial consult is a full visit covering your history, routines, and goals, and it is followed by a written plan. Follow-up visits review any lab results and adjust the plan as your priorities change. You can come into the Odenton office or meet by video from home.
To make paying for your visit simple, HSA and FSA cards are accepted, and we recommend that you check with your plan administrator about eligibility for your visit.
Active duty service members, veterans, and their families receive 20% off consults. Just bring your military ID to your first visit, and see the Fort Meade page for details.
Getting there from Gambrills
The Odenton office is usually about 10 to 15 minutes from most of Gambrills by way of Route 175 or Route 3 and Route 32, depending on where you start and the time of day. The practice is located inside Odenton Chiropractic on Blair Drive, and parking is available on site.
Functional medicine close to Gambrills
Gambrills is one of the closest communities to the Odenton office, so many people here who are looking for functional medicine can be in the chair in about 10 to 15 minutes. Dr. Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor who uses a functional, systems-based approach, which means looking at how sleep, stress, food, movement, and lab results fit together instead of looking at each symptom on its own.
Testing is optional, and he may suggest functional labs only when they would add useful information, then go through every result with you in plain language. Video visits are available too if a weekday drive does not fit. Read more about functional medicine in Odenton.
Searching for a holistic or integrative doctor near Gambrills? Dr. Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND), not an MD or DO, who takes a holistic, integrative approach.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer functional medicine for Gambrills residents?
Yes. Dr. Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor who uses a functional, systems-based approach, with in-person visits in Odenton and telehealth anywhere in Maryland. He works alongside your existing doctors rather than replacing them.
Is the practice still on Gambrills Road?
No. Move Forward Natural Health has moved to 1350 Blair Dr Suite HH in Odenton, inside Odenton Chiropractic. It is a short drive from the old location.
Can I do my visits by telehealth from Gambrills?
Yes. Many people do some or all of their visits virtually. You need to be located in Maryland during each telehealth visit.
Can a naturopathic doctor be my primary care provider?
No. In Maryland, naturopathic doctors do not serve as primary care providers, so Dr. Kneessi works alongside your existing doctors rather than replacing them, and he encourages you to keep your regular checkups.
Does insurance cover naturopathic visits?
Naturopathic doctors in Maryland are not currently able to contract with insurance companies, so visits are paid directly. Some people submit receipts to their plan or use HSA or FSA funds, and it is worth checking with your plan before your first visit. The 15-minute introductory call is free.
Do I need lab work before my first visit?
No. You can start with a conversation. If labs would be helpful, Dr. Kneessi will explain which ones and why before anything is ordered.
Start with a free 15-minute consult
If you live in Gambrills and want to see whether a naturopathic approach fits what you are looking for, the simplest first step is a free 15-minute consult. It is a short conversation about your goals and history, with no pressure to book anything further. You can schedule your free consult here.
Gambrills neighbors: see whether a naturopathic approach fits you
Text Dr. KneessiCall or text 443-510-1339Please don’t include health details by text.
In office in Odenton, MD, or by telehealth anywhere in Maryland.
If you would rather learn on your own first, the free 28-Day Reset for Energy and Focus sends one short, educational email a day with simple habits around sleep, light, movement, and food, so you can get a feel for how Dr. Kneessi thinks before you ever meet.
If you live elsewhere in the state, the page on finding a naturopathic doctor in Maryland explains how naturopathic doctors are licensed, how to check a license, and how video visits work anywhere in Maryland. If functional medicine is what you are looking for, the functional medicine doctor in Maryland page explains who offers it across the state and how to check a license. If you are comparing holistic and integrative options, the page on choosing a holistic and integrative doctor in Maryland explains what those titles mean and how to check a clinician’s credentials.
The office is at 1350 Blair Dr Suite HH, Odenton, MD 21113 (inside Odenton Chiropractic), and the phone number is 443-510-1339. In-office and virtual visits are available Tuesday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and Monday and Friday are virtual only. Virtual visits are available for anyone located in Maryland.
Service areas
The office is in Odenton, and telehealth visits are available anywhere in Maryland. Pages for nearby communities: Millersville · Severna Park · Crofton · Arnold · Crownsville · Davidsonville · Bowie · Annapolis · Odenton · Severn · Fort Meade.
Also see naturopathic care across Anne Arundel County, functional medicine in Odenton, functional lab testing, and how Dr. Kneessi works.
