Meet Catherine
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Why does Dr. Catherine Murphy approach orthodontics with a holistic mindset?

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The stormy summer of 2016 brought Dr. Murphy the joy of a beautiful baby boy!
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During his first month of life, he failed to thrive, only gaining 2 ounces. He struggled to nurse, didn’t sleep well and breathed loudly. The only medical advice given was to supplement with formula. As a sleep-deprived new mom, she neglected selfcare as she researched answers for her son’s struggle. Although Dr. Catherine Murphy has many accolades displayed on the wall to be proud of, watching her healthy son joyfully playing outside gives her the most satisfaction. Learning how to be holistically healthy transformed Dr. Murphy’s family.
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Dr. Murphy is passionate about helping others in the same way.
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Her profession offers an incredible opportunity to change one’s smile and health by focusing on the story that the crooked teeth are telling us. Orthodontics is more than just moving teeth. Orthodontics is the specialty of diagnosis, prevention, and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws. She understands the teeth are crooked for a reason and when viewed holistically, can successfully collaborate with other healthcare providers to address the underlying causes ultimately resulting in a stunning smile and improved health and wellbeing.
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THE FIRST BOOK

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Dear Momma...

To help share the hope of healing one’s child, Dr. Catherine Murphy has written a picture book about the empowerment she gained from delving in and finding out the WHY for her son. Dr. Murphy proudly won the Mom's Choice Award for her literary endeavour.

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Catherine has been intrigued by holistic health for several years.
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After completing her university undergraduate education, she spent a life-changing summer in rural Kenya where there was no electricity or running water. During her stay, she noticed that most people had straight teeth. Why do you think that was? Short answer: the diet was not industrialized!

Following orthodontic residency, Dr. Murphy returned to Northwest IN and ran the orthodontic department of a pediatric dental practice. In addition to private practice, she returned to teaching as an adjunct faculty member at the Indiana University Northwest Hygiene program for many years.

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Presently, Dr. Murphy works with and in dental practices that are interested in bringing holistic orthodontics to their patients.
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Outside the office, Dr. Murphy resides in Schererville with her husband, Mat, and their son and daughter. She met her husband through a local running club and now, instead of marathons, they run after their little ones! She enjoys reading, being outdoors, and the symphony, and admits that her guilty pleasure is watching documentaries.

Dr. Catherine Murphy’s Motto:
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Always Seeking Knowledge

A.S.K.

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