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Kai Herman, ND

Functional Medicine Specialist & Aesthetic Specialist

"In my practice of medicine, side effects include: better energy, improved mood, healthier skin and hair, looking and feeling your best!"

About Kai Herman

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Dr. Kai Herman, ND is the Co-Owner and Medical Director of both the Functional Medicine and Aesthetic divisions at FoRM Health. Her clinical focus is whole-person midlife care—helping patients navigate aging with clarity, strength, and intention. She specializes in menopause and andropause care, regenerative aesthetics for skin rejuvenation and hair restoration, metabolic health and weight management, and proactive disease prevention, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline.

Dr. Kai is known for her expertise in platelet-rich regenerative therapies (PRP and PRF) and bio-identical hormone replacement. Her practice is thoughtfully designed to deliver results-driven, personalized care that addresses both how patients feel and how they age. Whether supporting hormonal transitions, weight management, rejuvenating skin and hair, or reducing long-term disease risk, Dr. Kai takes a strategic, evidence-informed, and holistic approach to aging well.

Before becoming a physician, Dr. Kai worked as a mental health counselor in the Bay Area, where she developed a deep appreciation for the connection between physical, emotional, and mental health. She later earned certifications in Pilates, personal training, nutritional therapy, and Barre3®, spending six years in the wellness industry prior to Naturopathic Medical School.

Dr. Kai received her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon in 2012 and completed a full-year residency with a focus on musculoskeletal medicine and regnerative injection therapies, including PRP. She also holds a BA in Psychology with honors and research distinction from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

At FoRM Health, Dr. Kai partners with patients who want to be proactive, informed, and empowered about their health—now and for decades to come. Aging is inevitable. Aging well is intentional.

Dr. Kai is In-Network with the following insurance companies:

Aetna, Moda, Regence/BCBS

Schedule with Dr. Kai


What My Patients Say

“I have loved FoRM’s Aesthetic Membership! With consistent treatments and home care, my skin is smoother, much more even skin tone (fewer dark spots and redness), firmer, and glows. It just looks so much healthier! I’m so happy with the results!”

–Aesthetic Membership

“As a self-declared sun-worshiper it is fair to say I had significant sun damage and my face just looked older than my years. I started working with Dr. Herman and O’Brien Cox and the results have been amazing! At a party I was asked if I changed my hair because I looked 10 years younger but I can assure you it was not my hair. These two talented professionals will change your life …or at least your face. I promise you, you won’t regret the investment. I am beyond thrilled.”

–Age Defy Member

“I have loved participating in the Skin Rehab Program! I received 3 treatments per month customized to meet my skin care needs and goals.  With consistent treatments and home care, my skin is smoother, much more even skin tone (fewer dark spots and redness), firmer, and glows.  It just looks so much healthier!  I’m so happy with the results!”

–Look Better Member

Dr Kai Herman and her staff are amazing!  I have been under Dr Herman’s naturopathic care for years. I fully trust Dr Herman with my medical needs and when I heard she was doing PRP facials, I knew I could also trust her with my face/skin care needs. The procedure itself was seamless and done in a comfortable, relaxed setting.  The downtime was minimal.  The results were impressive.  I noticed tighter, firmer skin and an improved complexion.  This will definitely be part of my anti-aging skin care routine!

–PRP Skin Rejuvenation Patient

“Dr. Herman’s personable and professional demeanor along with her thorough pre and post- treatment information made my laser experience great! She was knowledgable with my specific skin type and gave me a great treatment that had lasting affects beyond what I expected.”

–Skin Care Patient

“Dr. Herman is amazing! I completed 2 laser resurfacing treatments and am loving the results. Many friends and family members have commented on how great my skin looks! Thanks, Dr. Herman!”

–Aesthetic Laser Client

“Dr. Herman is always professional and caring. She has helped me to get my life back in balance and takes the time to really get to know me and understands my individual needs.”

–Functional Medicine Patient

“A little over a year ago I noticed thinning and balding areas on my scalp. I was devastated. My hair is my signature and a huge part of my identity. Then I learned about Dr. Herman and that PRP could be used to treat my thinning hair. I’d had it for my knee so I thought, why not!? I’m so glad I did!  My hair is fuller, the thinning areas filled in and my hairline was restored.  Dr. Herman is knowledgeable, gentle, and great to work with.  I consider my case a complete success! No only that, after years of trying to grow out my hair, it is finally super long. I feel gorgeous and I attribute that to Dr. Herman and PRP.

–Hair (and knee) PRP Patient

“I just love Dr. Herman and her staff. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. I really like how caring Dr. Herman is. She takes the time to truly understand my concerns and she includes me in the decision of how to best achieve the healthiest me.”

–Functional Medicine Patient

“Dr. Herman is attentive, smart, and curious – and always sends me away feeling better, with good tips on general well-being, physical and internal health, and self-care. I’m confident I have the support and care I need, and a trusted guide to help find the right answers for myself and my lifestyle. I highly recommend this clinic and Dr. Herman!”

–Functional Medicine Patient

“Dr. Herman thoughtfully and thoroughly addressed all of my concerns and recommended testing and treatments my PCP has never mentioned. I look forward to continuing my care with her.”

–Functional Medicine Patient

“Dr. Herman is amazing! I completed 2 laser resurfacing treatments and am loving the results. Many friends and family members have commented on how great my skin looks! Thanks, Dr. Herman!”

–Aesthetics Patient
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Goodbye, summer — you were a good one. ☀️ Celebra Goodbye, summer — you were a good one. ☀️

Celebrating the season’s end with a photo dump of the highlights:

World Cup soccer⚽️ 4th of July Fireworks 
🎇Music fests 🎸 & garden parties
Long afternoons with a book📚. 
Berry-picking 🫐🍓& Coastal sunsets
Family time, nature hikes 🥾& summer-time sports 🏌️‍♂️
Christmas in July at FoRM 🎄

Our providers soaked up every last minute — & we’re carrying that warmth into fall. 🍂

Welcome, Autumn….Grounded mornings. Steady routines. A perfect season to restore & reset. 

#FoRMhealth #movebetter #feelbetter #summervibes #pnwsummer
Arthritis is a common problem that keeps people fr Arthritis is a common problem that keeps people from moving. At FoRM Health, our mission is to help you overcome the obstacle of pain that limits activities. Between chiropractic care, physical therapy, and our regenerative injections therapies, we'll get you back to doing what you love, pronto! 💪🏃‍♀️💪 #arthritis #regenerativemedicine #movebetterfeelbetter #orthopedicmedicine #arthritissolutions #injuryrecovery #chronicpain #nonsurgicalorthopedics
Recovery looks different for everyone! & the right Recovery looks different for everyone! & the right support can help you move forward with confidence + a very efficient game plan to get you back to doing what makes you feel best 💪 

FoRM Health offers physical therapy designed to support mobility, strength, function, + recovery based on YOUR individual needs and goals. Visit our website to learn more. https://formhealthpdx.com/
Aging is a privilege! The goal is to feel well whi Aging is a privilege! The goal is to feel well while doing it. At FoRM Health, we have so many therapies to help you thrive in every decade. 🌻

From regenerative injections for arthritis to PRF for hair restoration to bio-identical hormone replacement, let us help you be your best self for decades to come! ✨✨

#feel better #lookbetter #movebetter #hormonehealth #hormonereplacementtherapy #regenerativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #sellwoodmoreland #formhealthpdx
You just got hurt — now what? 🏃‍♀️ A hard cut on You just got hurt — now what? 🏃‍♀️

A hard cut on the court. A missed step off a curb. A deadlift that felt fine until it didn’t. However it happens, the first steps you take after an acute injury can make or break your recovery. Here’s FoRM’s 4-step framework ⬇️

🧊 Step 1 — 24 -72 hours post-injury
Skip RICE, try PEACE. 

Prevent further damage, Elevate, Avoid anti-inflammatories, Compress & Educate yourself on active recovery. Total rest & constant icing can actually blunt the healing your body needs to kick off.

🩺 Step 2 — Week 1
Get a diagnosis, not a guess. 

Book an orthopedic exam with one of our sport-specific NDs — Dr. Ryan, Dr. Brittany or Dr. Jessica — the sooner the better. They’ll help you formulate a comprehensive and appropriate conservative care recovery plan.

💪 Step 3 — Weeks 1 - 4
Be consistent with your care plan. 

Acute injuries heal well with the right support — PT, manual therapy, acupuncture +/or shockwave — to manage pain, restore range of motion & rebuild strength before it becomes chronic.

🎯 Step 4 — Not improving after a month? 
Consider Regenerative Injection Therapy.

Give conservative care 4–6 weeks. If it’s not clicking, it’s time to talk regenerative injection therapy — PRP or Prolotherapy — to stimulate a stronger tissue healing response at the injury site.

An acute injury doesn’t have to become a chronic one. The difference is usually just having a plan.

📅 Book your orthopedic exam — link in bio 

#FoRM #MoveMore #MoveBetter #SportsMedicine #InjuryRecovery
A lot of little stress reducing, metabolism boosti A lot of little stress reducing, metabolism boosting, confidence building, strength increasing habits really add up! These are some of the things your FoRM providers do to help themselves feel & move better as we all enjoy the privilege of aging. 

🌺 Bubbles Baths
🌺 Walking Pups
🌺 Sprint Training 
🌺 Learning New Things 
🌺 Infrared Sauna 

What are you currently using to feel better & stronger with age?? Let us know 👇 

#agewell #feelbetter #movebetter #lookbetter #naturalmedicine #healthiswealth #functionalmedicine #lessstress #reducestress #braingain #agestrong
Newly injured? 😩... These 4 steps will get you on Newly injured? 😩... 
These 4 steps will get you on the road to recovery!

- First 24 - 72 hours: PEACE not RICE. Protect, Elevate, Avoid Anti-inflammatories, Compress + Educate. 
- 1-2 weeks: schedule an orthopedic exam with Dr. Ryan, Dr. Brittany, or Dr. Jessica.
- Next 4-6 weeks, follow your recovery plan: Physical Therapy, Shockwave, Acupuncture, +/or Body Work.
- If you're not improving within the month, consider regenerative injection therapy with PRP or Prolotherapy.

#movebetter #form
Why Dr. Ryan Minarik uses @apex_biologix for PRP🩸💉 Why Dr. Ryan Minarik uses @apex_biologix for PRP🩸💉

With nearly two years experience using @apex_biologix for PRP processing, Dr. Ryan Minarik explains what matters most to him as a Regenerative Medicine provider: a user-friendly approach to PRP processing that yields high quality PRP for better outcomes.

In this video, Dr. Minarik shares how working with APEX Biologix has helped him streamline his PRP processing and improve tissue response with the addition of protein concentrate.

▶️ Hear his perspective and experience with APEX Biologix.

#FoRM #RegenerativeMedicine #PRP #SportsMedicine movebetter
Did you know PRP, or platelet rich plasma is 100% Did you know PRP, or platelet rich plasma is 100% natural? It’s derived from your own body using your blood that is spun down into a platelet concentrate! We then reinject this concentrate into the problem areas to stimulate a healing response. 

PRP therapy can provide relief from a wide range of conditions, such as neck and back pain, tennis elbow, arthritis, and chronic pain from old injuries. Click the link in bio to learn more about regenerative injections at FoRM Health! #prp #regenerativemedicine #movebetter #feelbetter #formhealthpdx #sellwoodmoreland #regenerativetherapies
Nutrition is a game changer for managing chronic i Nutrition is a game changer for managing chronic inflammation & improving cellular repair! The way you eat before + after your PRP, Prolotherapy, MFAT, or other regenerative therapies can boost your outcomes. 📣 

Focusing on a mainly Mediterranean Diet can help the controlled inflammatory response from regenerative injections stay short-lived & reduces inflammation that is chronic + detrimental. A balanced + healthy diet also creates the right environment for repair! 🫐🫐🫐

The Mediterranean Diet is diverse & delicious, making it a fairly easy plan to follow. Here’s the scoop:

🌿 High Fiber (whole grains, beans, veggies, fruit)
🌿 Lean Protein (poultry, fish, wild game)
🌿 Healthy Fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts, seeds)

Do your best to really reduce or avoid ultra processed foods, unhealthy fats like trans fats, refined sugar & high fructose corn syrup. 🛑 

Interested in how to implement the Mediterranean Diet? Our functional nutritionist, Ellina, would love to be your guide in all things anti-inflammatory eating & meal planning! 🥑 Link in bio or call us at 503-232-5653.
Did you know exercise can have a positive impact o Did you know exercise can have a positive impact on your PRP, PRF, or MFAT procedures?? 🏃🏻‍♀️ 🏃🏻‍♀️ 🏃🏻‍♀️ 

Prepping for your therapies a few weeks out can benefit your results when HIIT + strength training is used wisely. 

💉 A few weeks out and you’re increasing your stem cell proliferation & platelet concentration while making sure the right inflammatory messengers are coming online. 

💉 The day of, a sweat sesh can help with acute spikes of stem cells + platelets so that you improve the quality of your results! 

A few ideas for a 20min HIIT session:
💪 Squat Jumps 
💪 Mountain Climbers 
💪 Plank Jacks 
💪 High Knees 
💪 Skaters 

🔆 Your FoRM health providers not only optimize your therapies but we make sure we help you make the best out of your prep for them too depending on what you and your body need! Questions? Link in Bio or call us @503-232-5653. 🔆

#regenerativemedicine #prp #prf #feelbetter #movebetter #lookbetter #formhealthpdx #regenerativetherapy
📅 You’ve scheduled a Regenerative therapy appointm 📅 You’ve scheduled a Regenerative therapy appointment— PRP, PRF, or MFAT — now what?

Whether it’s for pain, injury, arthritis, skin rejuvenation or hair restoration, there are steps you can take to optimize the regenerative effect and tissue response!
Here’s your prep timeline to set yourself up for the best possible outcome 👇

🗓️ A FEW WEEKS OUT
🏋️ Start HIIT + strength training to mobilize stem cells and platelets
🥗 Tighten up your diet — lean into a Mediterranean or anti-inflammatory diet (veggies, lean protein, healthy fats, fiber) and limit processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats
💊 Start supplementing with Vitamin D, Vitamin C, and antioxidants like resveratrol + quercetin
😴 Lock in a consistent sleep schedule to optimize recovery

🗓️ WITHIN THE WEEK
🛑 Stop anti-inflammatory supplements — fish oil, curcumin, resveratrol, quercetin
🛑 Stop steroid medications + NSAIDs like ibuprofen (they can blunt the inflammatory response your treatment relies on)

🗓️ 24 HOURS PRIOR
🚫 Skip alcohol and anything high in saturated fat, sugar, or processed ingredients
🏃 Get in one more 20–30 min HIIT session day of the procedure

For best results, your prep matters as much as the procedure - 💪

#prp #prf #mfat #regenerativemedicine #formhealth

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