Patient Testimonials
Gastrointestinal health
Dr. Hecht has been at the heart of my search for health and well being in this stress filled world. She has been my naturopathic physician since 2005 when I first went to her with a severe digestive problem (I could eat very little and had lost nearly fifty pounds). In her calm, compassionate and deeply informed way she treated me with supplements, acupuncture and dietary changes. She also referred to me to yoga, mental health and other resources that completed my recovery. Today, I see her regularly to maintain optimal physical and mental health. Dr. Hecht sees beyond symptons to underlying structural conditions and uses Chinese medicine to correct them. I value my relationship with Dr. Hecht and am thankful that the Athens area has a naturopathic physician of her skill and talent.
-Dr. Andy K.
Migranes
Before I found Oconee Natural Healthcare I was suffering from terrible migraines and frequent vertigo. I went to several doctors including a neurologist and tried several different drug therapies to control the migraines, however, none were successful. Thankfully, I was finally introduced to Oconee Natural Healthcare. Immediately, Dr. Hecht placed me on supplements shown to reduce the frequency and strength of painful migraines and immediately I began feeling better. Dr. Hecht also noticed that I appeared to have some food intolerances and we worked on fine tuning my dietary intake to help control the migraines and improve my overall health. Since I began seeing Dr. Hecht, I have not had a migraine reoccurrence. The change in my dietary lifestyle has lead to my feeling so much better in my day to day life. Dr. Hecht has also been able to monitor and treat my vertigo with acupuncture which had provided much needed relief. Dr. Hecht and her staff are exceptionally kind and professional. I am always greeted with a warm and friendly smile and feel relaxed during my acupuncture treatments. Oconee Natural Healthcare also provides a drop box so that you may pick up supplements after hours if needed which has been a very useful feature for me. I really cannot say enough wonderful things about Oconee Natural Healthcare, you should come and experience for yourself. You will be glad you did!
-Anne C.
Asthma
This is the longest duration in almost 17 years I have not seen my allergist or, for that matter, had a breathing treatment, or been on a course of steroids to reduce swelling in my bronchials! I both breathe well and experience profound relief from my acid reflux! I would not be experiencing the renewed energy I have if it were not for the expertise, wisdom and caring of Dr. Wyler Hecht. I am simply in gratitude!
-Tim S.
Mental Health
I began seeing Dr. Hecht in the summer of 2010 for hypothyroidism and some mental health issues. I sought out Dr. Hecht to learn more about what I could do to help myself besides taking prescription drugs. I’m so thankful for Dr. Hecht’s guidance. Since last summer, my weight has returned to a normal range and some of my other health problems (allergies, eczema) have improved. More importantly, I feel empowered that I am learning to listen to my body and take better care of my general well-being. I trust and enthusiastically recommend Dr. Hecht for her holistic, competent and attentive care. Thank you!
-Monika D.
Autism
I have had the pleasure to get to know Dr. Hecht over the past 4 years as a very concerned parent. Dr. Hecht helped me to get my daughter back. My daughter was becoming more autistic everyday and with the help of Dr. Hecht she is back! She made lifestyle recommendations for her diet and purposeful supplementation that have helped her tremendously. Dr. Hecht has also been a wonderful asset for us to periodically check back in with during changes that have occurred in our daughter’s life as she develops. She is an excellent listener and demonstrates passion toward her work. I have recommended her services to friends and loved ones and I will continue to do so.
-Megan S.
Cancer Support
For five years Dr. Wyler Hecht has been my consultant on nutrition and general health. Under the guidance I have recovered from a possible cancer condition which might have led to more serious treatment under a doctor’s program. She has been a constant help in advising my wife and I on many other problems. I have always found her gracious and attentive in all of our encounters. I have recommended her to a number of my friends with full confidence in how they will be treated professionally and medically.
-John Kollock
In May of 2010, Dr. Greene, my eye doctor, told me that if I continued taking the medicine I was on, that by December I could be blind. That was a total life altering statement for me. He referred me to Dr. Hecht and basically said, go see her or go blind. Even though my medical insurance would not cover this type of visit, what did I have to lose? Only my eye sight! So I went and that was THE BEST DECISION that I have made since my symptoms started eight years ago. December has come and gone, and now, well into summer of 2011, I’m still working, typing, seeing my wonderful husband’s face and God’s beautiful Earth.
When I first went to Dr. Hecht my symptoms included: Fatigue, mood swings, bowel trouble, acid reflux, anxiety attacks, heart attack like symptoms (which later was diagnosed as esophageal spasms), fevers, chills, headaches and nausea. I was on many medications including Nexium, Lexapro, Xanax, Enalapril, and two types of Hyoscyamine (the medications that were affecting my vision).
I had paid thousands of dollars over the course of those years to doctors that never gave me answers. I had seen all kinds of doctors, had 3 ER visits, and went through tons of testing. All they wanted to do was give me MORE MEDICINE. I even had one doctor tell me it was all in my head. Dr. Hecht put me on the right track. Oh and did I mention? I am symptom free and I’M MEDICINE FREE!! (except blood pressure)
Please start DEMANDING a CURE for your symptoms instead of a COVER UP! This is YOUR LIFE!! Get answers!
-Tolanda Lemay