The Herbal Path - A Natural Pharmacy

Company Information & Bios

Ron Stock, R.Ph is pharmacist, founder, and owner of The Herbal Path. Ron is a 1996 transplant to the Seacoast NH area and has been a Dover resident since his relocation to the Seacoast. Ron started The Herbal Path in 1997 with the mission of providing a reputable source of information on integrative medicine in addition to a source of high quality therapeutic natural products. Throughout his 24 years of experience in the health field, Ron has always been an innovator and pioneer, seeking ways to improve patient outcomes, compliance, and helping to educate people as to their own responsibility in their health and well-being. Ron is well-versed in prescription drugs, as well as nutritional supplements and herbal medicine. He understands interactions between natural supplements, herbs, and pharmaceutical drugs. Ron is a 1988 graduate from Rutgers University College of Pharmacy. He has previously worked in many facets of the pharmaceutical field including retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, HMO pharmacy, and the pharmaceutical manufacturing and sales. Ron is a founding president and current treasurer of NESHHA, the New England Seacoast Holistic Health Association. Ron is also spearheading the Integrative Medical Center that will open this fall in the space currently occupied by The Herbal Path.

Greg McCrone is a registered pharmacist and certified herbalist. In his other life, Greg ran the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Pharmacy, specializing in patient counseling, diabetes, and asthma education, as well as addiction treatment. Recently. he attended a couple of international herbal conferences, renewing his ties to plant spirit medicine and his teachers -- both two legged and those with roots, leaves, and flowers. With the upcoming Herbal Path expansion, Greg will be shifting his focus from an on-the-floor presence to a more therapeutic counseling practice.

Kimberly Colby has an extensive background in the natural products industry and years of retail management experience. Pursuing her Master’s degree in public health, and with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation from UNH, Kimberly has a strong understanding of the link between the environment, the health needs of the community, and current trends in the natural products industry. She will bring new and exciting products into The Herbal Path to serve the community’s natural health and wellness needs.

Christina LeBoeuf is a licensed acupuncturist practicing in Rollinsford, NH and has extensive herbal training. She has worked as an acupuncturist for three years and in the health food/supplement industry for five years. Christina has a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Health Science. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is available during the week and on Saturdays for herbal consultations and questions.

Mekeel Cragin has been actively involved in natural foods and herbal healing since birth; professionally since 1997. She has a special interest in whole foods preparation, vegan baking, and holistic cosmetology. Mekeel has completed a women’s herbal intensive course at Avena Botanicals and a raw foods chef training with Chad Sarno. She has also designed and opened a successful organic kitchen in the local seacoast area.

Cristyn Peters is a certified Personal Trainer and Clinical Exercise Specialist. She graduated from NH Technical Institute and Springfield College with degrees in Substance Abuse Counseling and Human Services, and worked in mental health counseling for over eight years. She is a certified Reiki practitioner. Her philosophy is to unite and encourage mind-body health and wellness.

Pat Wilson had been a customer for close to 10 years purchasing supplements and alternatives before she began radiation treatment. She credits the staff (especially Greg!) for keeping her informed of the best and newest products for immune building, etc. Prior to joining the staff of the Herbal Path, Pat’s background was in Special Education in both public schools and clinical settings.

Nancy Anderson was certified as an herbalist (and completed the advanced program) at Misty Meadows Herbal Center, and has a special interest in helping our dogs and other pets. She has attended various herbal classes, conferences, and symposiums, including both introductory and advanced seminars with Wendy Volhard, as well as programs for animals at the New England School of Acupuncture. She feels that herbs work best when used as an adjunct to proper nutrition, which is always the foundation of wellness. Nancy is also a Reiki practitioner and finds that Reiki rounds out treatment programs perfectly. Nancy is available in both the Dover and No. Hampton locations for inquiries.

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