Gary J. Stuer, D.V.M.
Energetic Evaluations with Dr. Stuer


Dr. Gary Stuer, DVM, CVA, graduated from Tufts Veterinary School in 1987
and opened his practice in Bethel in 1994.  Dr. Stuer is certified by the
International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (I.V.A.S.) and is a member of the
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association.  Dr. Stuer is also a Reiki
Master and Teacher.  
About Dr. Stuer.....
Integrative Animal Medicine
What is Integrative Medicine?
Integrated Medicine is a union of ancient healing wisdom, energy medicine, and
modern medical care.  All are necessary for the well-being of our patients.

Many years ago, Albert Einstein proved to the world that matter and energy are
dependent on each other.  In his equation, E=mc2,  "E"  represents the energy of
a system, "m" is the physical mass, and "c" is a constant (the speed of light".  
Einstein's equation applies equally to inanimate objects as well as living beings.
 The energetic core (E) lies within the structure of the physical body (m), and is
the foundation of life.

Modern medicine has made great strides in the science of diagnosis and the
treatment of injury and illness.    But it does not recognize the importance of the
energetic core, which interacts with the cellular, chemical, and hormonal
systems of the body.  After addressing a patient's immediate physical needs, Dr.
Stuer uses the ancient healing wisdom of acupuncture and Chinese herbs, along
with energy medicine tools, such as flower essences and homeopathy.  By
intervening at the energetic level, Dr. Stuer promotes long term health and
wellness in his patients.
The Goal of Integrative Medicine
Dr. Stuer's goal is to identify areas of energetic weaknesses for each pet, so he
can strengthen their energetic core.  The focus of integrative medicine is on
prevention of illness, rather than the identification and treatment of individual
symptoms of disease.
The Energy of Emotions
Animals in general, and pets in particular, fully experience energies from their
environment.  Unlike their human caretakers, pets are always open, no matter
what the circumstance.

Animals do not create physical or energetic barriers.  They are continuously
bathed in the energies of human emotion, feeling what we feel, and absorbing
both high and low vibrations.  Although we understand that emotions affect our
own physical well-being, we do not recognize their impact on our animal
companions.  As Dr. Stuer examines the energetic health of each pet, he
identifies and removes the low energy emotions that are held in their energetic
core and replaces them with high frequencies.
Elements of Nature
The Chinese medical system is based on careful observations that have been
made over thousands of years.  These observations include both physical and
non-physical characteristics.  Over time, Chinese practitioners identified five
unique "types" of individuals.  They used the elements of nature to describe
people:
earth, fire, metal, water and wood.  These elemental types relate to the
energetic core of each patient.
Patterns of Disease
Eventually, Chinese practitioners connected the patient's type with predictable
patterns of illness.

What does that mean for us?  If we combine the observations of Chinese
medicine with Einstein's theory of energy, we realize that illness occurs in
predictable ways when the energetic core weakens.  As a patient develops
illness, the root cause at the energetic core must be addressed.  Otherwise,
additional health problems will arise and become more serious as the core
weakens further.
Specific Patterns of Disease
The two most common elemental types seen by Dr. Stuer are wood and earth.  
Disease often shows up in the following predictable patterns:

Earth - moist skin infections, chronic ear infections, anal gland issues, bladder
infections, fatty tumors, severe mouth odor, body odor, cysts, arthritis, etc.

Wood - dry skin, anxiety, fear, hyperactivity, dominance aggression, low energy
levels, joint problems, allergies, etc.

These are only two of the many patterns that occur in animals.
What to expect during an evaluation?
The first portion of the evaluation includes a detailed history of the patient's
symptoms, information about diet and exercise, and a review of medications
that have been used in the past.  The hands-on examination begins with a
complete physical exam followed by a Chinese medical evaluation.
What to Expect for a Treatment?
Patients will receive acupuncture and/or accupressure.  Chinese herbs are
usually prescribed and on occasion, homeopathic remedies are suggested.  
During each treatment, patients receive an energetic clearing to enhance
energy flow in the physical body.  If there are acute, serious health problems,
Dr. Stuer will recommend medications until the patient's health has improved.  
In addition, there will be specific dietary recommendations.  Follow-up
evaluations will be scheduled according to the individual needs of the patient.