Campus & Apothecary Shoppe
5005 S. Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97239
Campus & Shoppe Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST
Phone
(800) 487-8839
503-244-0726
Business Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST
Courses taught: DSC 601, DSC 615 DSC 625, and DSC 635.
Dr. Patricia Kaufman, PhD, CNS, LDN, MS, MBA is the Dean of Integrative Health and Nutrition and a dedicated educator, researcher, and clinician in the field of functional nutrition. With a PhD in Human Health and Performance, an MS in Functional Nutrition, an MBA, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Dr. Kaufman has a diverse academic background that informs her multidisciplinary approach to health and wellness.
Her professional experience spans clinical functional nutrition practice, curriculum development, and academic leadership. She has extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and has played a key role in advancing academic programs in integrative health and nutrition.
Dr. Kaufman has been a faculty member at ACHS, the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), Sonoran University, and Huntington University, where she taught and mentored students in evidence-based nutrition and functional medicine.
In addition to her faculty roles, she maintains a clinical functional nutrition practice, guiding patients in optimizing their health through personalized nutrition and lifestyle interventions. As a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) supervisor, Dr. Kaufman mentors future nutrition professionals, providing guidance and expertise to support their credentialing and professional development. She is also a student research mentor, fostering the next generation of researchers in integrative health.
Beyond her academic and clinical roles, Dr. Kaufman contributes to the field through curriculum development, published research, and professional advocacy. She played a pivotal role in securing CNS credentialing approval for the ACHS Holistic Nutrition program and has helped shape doctoral-level coursework in integrative nutrition.
Dr. Kaufman serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Integrative Nutrition and is a peer reviewer for several scientific publications. She is an active member of professional organizations, including the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM), the American Nutrition Association (ANA), and the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP), where she also serves on a committee. She has recently published articles in Journal of Integrative Nutrition and Gut Microbe Reports.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Kaufman cherishes time with her husband, two children, and three furry companions. A dedicated endurance athlete, she has completed the Abbott World Marathon Majors, multiple Ironman competitions, a 50-mile ultramarathon, and numerous marathons.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to educate and empower individuals—and the next generation of Integrative Health professionals—to optimize health and prevent disease with evidence-based, personalized nutrition and lifestyle approaches, ensuring informed and effective practices.”
Education:
– Concordia University Chicago – PhD in Human Health and Performance
– University of Western States – M.S. in Functional Nutrition
– Marquette University – MBA
– Marquette University – BS Mechanical Engineering
5005 S. Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97239
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST
(800) 487-8839
503-244-0726
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST