Your tests say you’re fine. Your body says otherwise. Domenic Pisanelli uses functional medicine and advanced testing to find what is actually driving your symptoms, not just manage them.
"If this is your last resort, it's the right one."
88 Google Reviews
Years Experience
Registered
Australia-wide
You’ve likely already seen your GP, had blood tests, and been told everything looks “normal” – yet you’re still dealing with symptoms affecting your energy, digestion, hormones, mood or everyday life. Perhaps you’ve also tried supplements, diets or other approaches, without finding a lasting answer.
This is where Vital Health and Natural Medicine comes in. Founded and led by Domenic Pisanelli, a naturopath based in Melbourne’s northwest, the clinic uses functional testing to investigate the underlying cause of your symptoms rather than managing them on the surface.
Rather than a generic protocol, Domenic starts by understanding your individual health picture, your history, symptoms and previous investigations, with targeted functional testing where appropriate.
The goal isn’t to chase another label. It’s to understand what may be contributing to your symptoms and build a plan around what you find.
Melbourne's Naturopath for Complex Conditions
Most people who come to see Domenic have already done the rounds. Blood tests came back normal. Their GP told them to reduce stress. They still feel terrible.
I built this practice for patients who have spent years being told their results are normal, because after 25 years of looking deeper, I have rarely found that to be the whole story.
Weeks to See Measurable Change in Most Cases
4.8 Star-Rated from 88 Verified Google Reviews — One of Melbourne's highest-rated naturopaths on Google.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolute 10/10 — I would give more stars if I could! Long story short, Dom has genuinely helped improve both my mental and physical wellbeing. After spending over $3,000 in just two months seeing different doctors who couldn’t get to the bottom of my severe stomach issues, Dom was able to troubleshoot what was going on within the first 10 minutes of my consultation. I’ve since referred other people to Dom for similar issues, and I’ve heard nothing but amazing feedback from them as well. I’m extremely thankful to have found Dom and Vital Health & Natural Medicine. He is truly talented at what he does, incredibly honest, and never tries to upsell you on anything you don’t need. It’s now been two years since I first saw Dom, and I haven’t needed to see a doctor for any health problems since. I genuinely couldn’t recommend him highly enough. Do yourself a favour and give Vital Health & Natural Medicine a try!
Domenic @ Vital health has quite literally changed my life. From being in total despair with a skin condition that kept me in constant fight or flight. Unable to sleep, pure insomnia every night, in pain constantly, sore , uncomfortable and unable to do so many simple daily tasks. I couldn’t shower without being in tears. I was completely losing hope that I would ever get my life back. Within a couple of weeks of working with Domenic, I couldn’t believe the progress. The pain, gone. Completely. Sleep, back and great quality sleep every single night. The gratitude I have for Domenic and his support is unmatched and quite honestly, makes me feel emotional. I am still on my healing journey, but just two months into Domenics protocol and dietary changes, I’m feeling rested, calm, in ZERO pain and not only that but I’m getting comments daily on how well I look. How healthy my skin looks. And an added bonus of losing weight and feeling way more comfortable in my clothes and skin. I’m based in the UK and wasn’t sure if it would work having a health practitioner abroad but it’s been so easy and Domenic has been super accommodating around the time difference. I’ve never had faith and trust in any health practitioner like I have with him. Nothing is too much trouble, he genuinely cares about your individual journey and I’d absolutely recommend him and Vital health clinic to anyone world over. Not to mention the cost, I was blown away by the support I was receiving at such a reasonable price. I’m forever grateful. I can’t wait to see the progress over the coming months and to see where I will be further down the line. Thank you 🙂
I can't recommend Domenic highly enough! After seeing specialists in the past and trying just about everything without success, I was starting to lose hope. Within just two weeks of seeing Domenic, he had me feeling so much better and finally addressed the root of my issues. He's incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. If you've tried everything and still aren't getting results, I highly recommend booking an appointment with Domenic. I'm so grateful for his help!
Dominic has helped me immensely on my healing journey! I initially found him as I was really struggling with gut health issues and felt I was in a crisis- Dominic was able to locate the root cause of the issue and helped to remediate it quickly rebalancing the systems in my body that were out of whack. Within 1 week I felt a huge difference in my gut health, mood and skin. Since then, the benefits have contributed to amplify as Dominic has supported me to make great lifestyle and diet changes to improve my health. I can’t recommend Dominic at Vital Health and Natural Medicine enough. Thank you so much!
After 17 years on Cymbalta, I knew coming off would require the right support — and working with Dom was one of the best decisions I made. From the beginning, he took a thorough and thoughtful approach, including comprehensive urine testing to truly understand what my body needed. That testing allowed us to create a clear, personalised plan rather than relying on guesswork, which gave me enormous confidence in the process. Dom focused on supporting my nervous system, sleep, mood and overall wellbeing throughout withdrawal. While there were challenging moments, I never felt alone — I felt guided. His depth of knowledge, reassurance and practical strategies helped me stay grounded and empowered every step of the way. What really stood out was Dom’s honesty and integrity. Unlike other practitioners I’ve encountered, there was never a sense of being “sold to” or pushed into unnecessary treatments. His focus was always on what was genuinely best for my health and long‑term wellbeing. Dom’s holistic and ethical approach made what could have been a daunting experience feel manageable, supported and safe. I’m incredibly grateful.
Like many others reading through the reviews, I was sceptical about the whole idea of natural health. I started to see Domenic last year and I cannot recommend him highly enough. My life was pretty miserable with regular uncomfortable stomach issues before our first consultation. Rather than just throwing medication at the problem like a GP, he listened, did tests and came up with a plan. It has resolved so many issues that were making life difficult for me. I have continued to visit Domenic and my quality of life has improved considerably. Definitely worth a shot!!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolute 10/10 — I would give more stars if I could! Long story short, Dom has genuinely helped improve both my mental and physical wellbeing. After spending over $3,000 in just two months seeing different doctors who couldn’t get to the bottom of my severe stomach issues, Dom was able to troubleshoot what was going on within the first 10 minutes of my consultation. I’ve since referred other people to Dom for similar issues, and I’ve heard nothing but amazing feedback from them as well. I’m extremely thankful to have found Dom and Vital Health & Natural Medicine. He is truly talented at what he does, incredibly honest, and never tries to upsell you on anything you don’t need. It’s now been two years since I first saw Dom, and I haven’t needed to see a doctor for any health problems since. I genuinely couldn’t recommend him highly enough. Do yourself a favour and give Vital Health & Natural Medicine a try!
Domenic @ Vital health has quite literally changed my life. From being in total despair with a skin condition that kept me in constant fight or flight. Unable to sleep, pure insomnia every night, in pain constantly, sore , uncomfortable and unable to do so many simple daily tasks. I couldn’t shower without being in tears. I was completely losing hope that I would ever get my life back. Within a couple of weeks of working with Domenic, I couldn’t believe the progress. The pain, gone. Completely. Sleep, back and great quality sleep every single night. The gratitude I have for Domenic and his support is unmatched and quite honestly, makes me feel emotional. I am still on my healing journey, but just two months into Domenics protocol and dietary changes, I’m feeling rested, calm, in ZERO pain and not only that but I’m getting comments daily on how well I look. How healthy my skin looks. And an added bonus of losing weight and feeling way more comfortable in my clothes and skin. I’m based in the UK and wasn’t sure if it would work having a health practitioner abroad but it’s been so easy and Domenic has been super accommodating around the time difference. I’ve never had faith and trust in any health practitioner like I have with him. Nothing is too much trouble, he genuinely cares about your individual journey and I’d absolutely recommend him and Vital health clinic to anyone world over. Not to mention the cost, I was blown away by the support I was receiving at such a reasonable price. I’m forever grateful. I can’t wait to see the progress over the coming months and to see where I will be further down the line. Thank you 🙂
I can't recommend Domenic highly enough! After seeing specialists in the past and trying just about everything without success, I was starting to lose hope. Within just two weeks of seeing Domenic, he had me feeling so much better and finally addressed the root of my issues. He's incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. If you've tried everything and still aren't getting results, I highly recommend booking an appointment with Domenic. I'm so grateful for his help!
Dominic has helped me immensely on my healing journey! I initially found him as I was really struggling with gut health issues and felt I was in a crisis- Dominic was able to locate the root cause of the issue and helped to remediate it quickly rebalancing the systems in my body that were out of whack. Within 1 week I felt a huge difference in my gut health, mood and skin. Since then, the benefits have contributed to amplify as Dominic has supported me to make great lifestyle and diet changes to improve my health. I can’t recommend Dominic at Vital Health and Natural Medicine enough. Thank you so much!
After 17 years on Cymbalta, I knew coming off would require the right support — and working with Dom was one of the best decisions I made. From the beginning, he took a thorough and thoughtful approach, including comprehensive urine testing to truly understand what my body needed. That testing allowed us to create a clear, personalised plan rather than relying on guesswork, which gave me enormous confidence in the process. Dom focused on supporting my nervous system, sleep, mood and overall wellbeing throughout withdrawal. While there were challenging moments, I never felt alone — I felt guided. His depth of knowledge, reassurance and practical strategies helped me stay grounded and empowered every step of the way. What really stood out was Dom’s honesty and integrity. Unlike other practitioners I’ve encountered, there was never a sense of being “sold to” or pushed into unnecessary treatments. His focus was always on what was genuinely best for my health and long‑term wellbeing. Dom’s holistic and ethical approach made what could have been a daunting experience feel manageable, supported and safe. I’m incredibly grateful.
Like many others reading through the reviews, I was sceptical about the whole idea of natural health. I started to see Domenic last year and I cannot recommend him highly enough. My life was pretty miserable with regular uncomfortable stomach issues before our first consultation. Rather than just throwing medication at the problem like a GP, he listened, did tests and came up with a plan. It has resolved so many issues that were making life difficult for me. I have continued to visit Domenic and my quality of life has improved considerably. Definitely worth a shot!!!
Results vary between individuals. The process — test, find the cause, treat the cause — remains consistent.
Most clinics tell you what you have. We find out why you have it, using functional medicine testing that goes beyond a standard GP panel.
Domenic Pisanelli has spent 25 years in clinical naturopathy. He has worked with complex cases and chronic conditions that other practitioners could not resolve.
Your treatment plan is built from your test results, your history, and your actual life. Not a template. Not a supplement bundle.
We measure biomarkers at every follow-up so you can see the data shift. You will know your plan is working, not just hope it is.
Melbourne Naturopathy for Complex Health
We treat the cause, not just the label. Below are the six areas we focus on most. Each one has its own dedicated assessment and treatment pathway.
Bloating, constipation, reflux, SIBO, leaky gut, food intolerances. Gut health naturopath Melbourne — advanced microbiome testing identifies what standard bloods miss.
PCOS, endometriosis, perimenopause, thyroid disorders. Hormone specialist Melbourne — salivary hormone testing measures the biologically active hormone fraction that standard panels miss.
Post-viral fatigue, adrenal burnout, and persistent low energy. Chronic fatigue treatment Melbourne — adrenal and mitochondrial drivers identified and addressed at the source.
Hashimoto's, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, Crohn's disease. Integrative naturopathic support alongside medical management — Melbourne autoimmune naturopath.
Insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, unexplained weight gain. Metabolic naturopath Melbourne — functional testing identifies drivers beyond caloric intake.
Gut-brain connection, adrenal health, and the physiology behind anxiety. Natural treatment for anxiety Melbourne — addressing the biochemical drivers, not just the symptoms.
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A protocol built directly from what the testing found — not a template.
No guessing. No templates. No labels. No assumptions — just a methodical approach to finding what's actually driving your symptoms.
Not sure if this is right for you? Book a free 20-minute discovery call with Domenic. No commitment, no referral. You'll talk through your symptoms and he'll tell you honestly whether functional testing is likely to give you answers.
Ready to book your consultation? Book your initial or follow-up appointment directly through Cliniko. Initial consultations are 60–90 minutes. Follow-ups are focused and results-driven.
If you’re unsure, these are the questions most patients ask before their first call. We’ll be direct with you about whether this is the right next step.
That’s the most common thing we hear. The discovery call costs nothing. If we don’t think this approach will move the needle for your specific case, we’ll tell you that upfront — before you commit to anything.
A naturopath investigates the underlying causes of your symptoms using natural medicine, clinical nutrition, and functional testing. Domenic Pisanelli at Vital Health works alongside your GP, not instead of them — using diagnostic tools most GPs do not have access to.
Your GP diagnoses disease. Domenic’s approach starts with a 60 to 90 minute investigation using functional pathology, nutritional biochemistry, and a complete health history. The goal is to find what is causing the problem, not just manage the symptoms.
A free call before you commit to a full consultation. You can ask questions, understand the process, and decide whether it is the right fit. It is free and there is no obligation. Book via the link at the top of this page.
We also see patients from Richmond, Fitzroy, Brunswick, Frankston, Dandenong, and surrounding Melbourne suburbs — and telehealth patients from across Australia.
Our clinic is in Melbourne’s northwest, between Sunshine and Keilor, close to Caroline Springs, Essendon, and Moonee Ponds. The Tullamarine Freeway and Western Ring Road make it easy to reach from most parts of Melbourne, and there is free parking directly in front of the clinic.
OPENING HOURS
Monday to Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 9am to 1pm
Sunday: Closed
ADDRESS
195A Sunshine Ave, Kealba VIC 3021
