The tender-hearted Dr. Chung has always known medicine was her destiny. After receiving her Bachelor’s of Science in Biology, Pre-Med, and a minor in Chemistry, she dove right into holistic medicine. 

Dr. Chung is a Licensed Naturopathic Physician who uses Chinese medicine in combination with acupuncture, botanical medicine, nutritional medicine, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, mind-body medicine, IV therapies and other modalities to nurture the body’s innate ability to heal itself.

She is dedicated to addressing the underlying cause of disease, whether physical, mental, and/or emotional. As a cancer survivor, Dr. Chung understands how vital nutrition and healthy changes are for restoration.

Always connected to nature, Dr. Chung enjoys the great outdoors, working up a sweat in the gym, and tapping into her creative side.

In his youth, Dr. Milligan developed a love for nature growing up enjoying and working on over two acres filled with fruit trees and large gardens in the Sacramento area.

Dr. Milligan believes in treating the whole person and getting to the root cause using the laws of nature to help the body heal itself. Depending on the unique needs of his patients, he will customize individualized treatments which can include; nutritional therapy such as therapeutic Ketogenic Diet, botanical medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, physical medicine, as well as Bowen Therapy, a non-invasive soft tissue manipulation technique that is great for structural and pain issues.

Dr. Christopher Milligan is a graduate of the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ and earned his undergraduate degree from Arizona State University.  He continues to further his education with specialized seminars and conferences, in order to best treat his patients from a holistic perspective. Additionally, he has areas of interest in cognitive health, weight loss, genetic liver dysfunction, sensory and behavioral issues in children, as well as fatigue and digestive concerns.

Dr. Jones is a Naturopathic Medical Physician licensed in the state of Arizona. She graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 2008 and earned her doctorate from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2014.

During her studies she was actively involved in community health including organization of trips to Puerto Penasco, Mexico to run monthly free clinics for the local underserved community. She also participated in research on bacterial resistance to different medicinal plants working with the Arizona State Biodesign Institute.

Dr. Jones is currently seeing patients at Vitalship Naturopathic where she specializes in gastrointestinal conditions, women’s health, mental health, and environmental medicine (heavy metal and solvent toxicity), as well as a variety chronic medical conditions.

She uses herbal and vitamin supplementation, nutrition and lifestyle changes, homeopathy, IV therapy, hydrotherapy, and acupuncture to promote health & wellness. She is also a bilingual English/Spanish Physician.

From birth, we all have an inherent self-healing process - the Vital Force - that maintains the harmony of the many organs and systems within our body. Its job is to naturally and innately heal, protect, and maintain homeostasis within the body. This force is also the reason we can adapt to environmental changes for our survival–evolution.

Although everyone has a Vital Force, their healing capabilities may vary and require further nourishment to thrive. Because of this reality, we strive to inform our patients about recognizing, understanding, and supporting their Vital Force.

Our namesake is inspired by this mission! As a team, we've embarked on a journey to become each of our patients' "vessels of healing," as we teach them the foundations of their health to strengthen their individual Vital Forces. We are the vital ship that transports patients to a more natural, healthier, and holistic lifestyle.

Naturopathy recognizes how your overall health can be drastically improved by simply practicing healthier habits within seven major areas of your life; Breathwork, sleep, hydration, sunshine, movement, nutrition, and fun. Each of these major areas is called "the seven laws of health" in naturopathy medicine. 

So what does this mean for you, our dear patient?

It means there are certain laws or “fundamentals” of health you can follow to prevent disease while enhancing your health; like good nutrition, movement, and stress management. And once you master these, you reduce your risk of future illness. This is in part why we focus on preventative healthcare and look at healing the body to improve overall function and quality of life. 

What does this look like in practice? 

When applying these laws to your life, you will implement nutritional plans that support your body and its goals. You practice proper breathwork throughout your day and have a well-developed sleep hygiene protocol you adhere to. Incorporating movement into your daily routine is accompanied by exposure to sunshine supported by hydration, and you are regularly having fun with friends, family, and other loved ones.