Nina Bacaner, MD, MPH, DTM&H
About Dr. Bacaner
Dr. Nina Bacaner is a board-certified internal medicine physician with expertise in Integrative Medicine, Immigration Medicine, Travel Medicine, Functional Medicine, Nutritional Medicine, and Food Addiction. She combines the rigor of Western medicine with integrative and functional approaches to deliver personalized, patient-centered care.
With extensive experience serving diverse patient populations—including many years at the Community University Health Care Center—Dr. Bacaner is committed to culturally responsive care. She is fluent in medical Spanish and adept at meeting the needs of patients from a wide range of backgrounds.
Expertise & Credentials
Clinical Focus & Services
- Functional & Integrative Medicine: Root-cause approach to chronic disease and preventive health
- Immigration Medicine: Civil surgeon providing immigration physicals, Green Card exams, and Citizenship Test Waivers
- Travel Medicine: Comprehensive care and guidance for international travelers
- Medical Cannabis: Credentialed with the Minnesota Cannabis Program to certify eligible patients
- Nutritional & Lifestyle Medicine: Evidence-based strategies for weight management and food addiction
Common conditions Dr. Bacaner treats include:
- Depression, anxiety, and insomnia
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Chronic fatigue and autoimmune disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Allergies, mold exposure, and chronic infections
- Genetic SNP testing and biochemical/metabolic evaluations
Education & Training
- Boston University School of Medicine
Medical Degree (MD): - Harvard School of Public Health
Master of Public Health (MPH): - London School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene (DTM&H):
Appointments & Consultations
Email: [email protected] (Use subject line: "New Patient Inquiry - Dr. Bacaner")