About Us
About N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre-Calgary

N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre–Calgary is an anorectal clinic that specializes in the treatment of hemorrhoids, anal fissures, perianal abscesses, selected anal fistulas, anal skin tags, anal itching (pruritus ani), and other common anorectal conditions.

Thanks to our extensive experience in the field, we provide our patients with the highest-quality care.

Our mission is to help patients relieve anal pain, bleeding, and Anal Itching (Pruritus Ani), renew with a treatment, recover smoothly, and revive their quality of life.

Consider N.A. Hemorrhoids-Calgary to be your destination for comprehensive Hemorrhoids and Anorectal treatments in Calgary.

Hemorrhoid Clinic for Anorectal Pain Relief
The founder- Dr. Guoyi Chen

Born in Luzhou, China, Dr. Guoyi Chen has dedicated his life to the “Mastering of Great Skills to Alleviate the Suffering of Patients.”   Dr. Guoyi Chen is from a family with a long history of practicing Traditional Chinese medicine. The history of the Chen family is very strong as they’re known for creating effective traditional Chinese medicine formulas.  During Dr. Guoyi Chen’s long journey of medical practice, he found that some benign anorectal diseases had a toll on people’s lives and severely impacted their quality of life. Although these ailments are not life-threatening, they can be extremely bothersome since they affect bowel movement, self-confidence, and basic daily tasks. Also, Dr. Guoyi Chen noticed that most hemorrhoid treatments are challenging and with questionable effectiveness.

In 1979, Dr. Guoyi Chen moved to Xi’an and established the first Piles and Fistula hospital in the region. Since then, this technique has successfully treated thousands of patients who suffer from anorectal diseases such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, abscesses, and anal fistula. 

Dr. Chen Guoyi
History
History & Timeline

1979 – The first Hemorrhoid and Fistula hospital opens in Xi’an Shaanxi, China

2000 – Dr. Chen expands the Hemorrhoids and Fistulas hospital across mainland China

2005 – The North American Hemorrhoids Centre (N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre) opens its first clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia

2013 – Dr. Chen’s daughter, Alison Chen, joins the Hemorrhoids Centre team and Guoyi Proctology Therapy begins to incorporate other types of holistic, natural therapies

2020 – The North American Hemorrhoids Centre (N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre) opens its hemorrhoid clinic in Calgary, Alberta

Our Hemorrhoids-focused Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Gene Sotto Ng, B.Sc. (Hons.), Naturopathic Doctor (ND)

Licensed Naturopathic Doctor focusing on Anorectal Health and Hemorrhoid Treatment

Dr. Gene Sotto Ng is a licensed and board-certified naturopathic doctor, practicing at N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre-Calgary in Alberta. He graduated with honors from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology and acquired a Doctor of Naturopathy degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM).

Dr. Ng has a mastery of Guoyi Proctology Therapy and focuses on anorectal minor surgery and naturopathic remedies:

Dr. Ng integrates his naturopathic focus with advanced anorectal care to provide personalized and effective treatments for patients seeking lasting relief from hemorrhoids and other anorectal conditions.

Our Hemorrhoids Nurse Practitioner (NP) | Anorectal Health Practitioner   

Wensi Sheng, NP-ADULT, MN-NP-Adult, BScN, MScBMC, BSc

Board-licensed Nurse Practitioner focusing on Anorectal Health and Minor Procedures

Wensi Sheng is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with a special focus on Anorectal Health and Minor Procedures. As an experienced Nurse Practitioner, she provides expert care for patients with anorectal conditions, integrating precise diagnosis and advanced minor surgical treatments at N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre-Calgary.

With a robust background in both primary care and dermatology, Wensi has received years of specialized training from experienced dermatologists and plastic surgeons in performing various dermatological procedures, including excisions and minor surgeries. This training has honed her skills in anorectal care, enabling her to approach minor surgical procedures with precision and attention to detail while prioritizing optimal patient outcomes.

Holding a Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner (Adult) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Toronto, Wensi has extensive clinical experience in dermatology, wound care, and medical-surgical procedures. Her expertise extends beyond traditional treatments, as she integrates evidence-based medicine with holistic care approaches for comprehensive patient management.

She focuses on:

Wensi is passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centred care and ensuring that individuals receive the best possible treatment for their anorectal concerns. She is fluent in English and Mandarin, making her an asset in serving diverse patient populations.

Our Anorectal & GI Wellness Doctor

Dr. Chad Patterson, Naturopathic Doctor (ND)

Licensed Naturopathic Doctor Focused on Anorectal and Gastrointestinal (GI) Health

Dr. Chad Patterson is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor at N.A. Hemorrhoids Centre–Calgary. He focuses on holistic treatments for anorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health, addressing non-surgical anorectal conditions such as external hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and perianal skin inflammation. Dr. Patterson utilizes natural therapies and lifestyle interventions to promote healing and recovery.

He also provides post-surgical anorectal wound care and healing support using natural remedies, including nutrition injections for slow-healing patients, combined with diet counseling and naturopathic treatments. Additionally, Dr. Patterson offers food sensitivity testing to help patients identify potential food intolerances or sensitivities, enabling the development of personalized dietary plans to enhance overall health.

With expertise in GI wellness, Dr. Patterson treats conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, constipation, reflux, and more. He creates tailored treatment plans combining evidence-based natural remedies, dietary counseling, and topical therapies. Dr. Patterson collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive comprehensive and integrative care.

Passionate about empowering his patients, Dr. Patterson emphasizes education and preventive strategies to support long-term health and wellness. His goal is to help patients achieve optimal health and well-being through an integrative and compassionate approach. Outside of his clinical work, he practices martial arts, exploring nature, and going to the movies.

Comprehensive Anorectal Treatment

Comprehensive Anorectal Treatment — a unique naturopathic modality that combines both minor-surgical and non-surgical procedures, aiming to resolve anal diseases at their root.

Minor Surgical Procedure

Minor surgical techniques are performed under local anesthesia, allowing for precise incision and excision with minimal discomfort. After the procedure, patients remain in a recovery room for a brief observation period before being safely discharged. This minimally invasive approach is designed for specific anorectal concerns. The procedure typically lasts 10 to 40 minutes and is conducted in an outpatient setting. It is suitable in the following situations: 

Some basic aspects of minor surgical intervention include:

Comprehensive Anorectal Care

At our Calgary hemorrhoid clinic, we provide comprehensive anorectal care and a range of minor medical procedures to help manage hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and other perianal conditions. Our approach focuses on promoting comfort, supporting healthy tissue, and reducing the risk of recurrence. Care may include gentle cleansing routines to maintain hygiene, warm sitz baths to ease discomfort, and professional guidance to protect sensitive tissues. For certain cases, minor medical procedures can be performed in-clinic, offering targeted treatment. Through personalized care plans and in-clinic services, our goal is to support long-term anorectal health and deliver effective relief from hemorrhoid and anal fissure symptoms.

It is suitable for:

Post-treatment phase of anorectal disorders

Since we understand the importance of post-treatment care, we take a unique approach to this phase. During hemorrhoid and chronic anal fissure post-treatment, we emphasize Stage One, which is a mandatory phase of daily care. This step is essential. Stage One of post-treatment care involves the application of Anorectal Ointment, which supports the drying process of hemorrhoidal tissue. As a result, most patients can resume normal bowel movements from the second day after minor surgery. The minimally invasive nature of the procedure, combined with the application of Anorectal Ointment, allows for outpatient recovery. Patients can drive to the clinic for follow-up care without significant limitations.  The main features of post-treatment are:

A Letter From the Clinic

There is an ancient Chinese philosophy that says slow is fast. The base of our medical philosophy: 慢病缓治. We wish we could find the same poetic expression for it. Chronic disease is treated by a meek strategy. Speaking of hemorrhoids, most cases that come to our clinic are quite serious or severe. Patients hope to get rid of it as fast as possible. One of the most common questions we are asked is, “Does the doctor surgically remove hemorrhoids?” When we mention our Ba Zhi San ointments, they sound a bit disappointed and respond to us, “I am tired of ointments. Nothing works for me.” The Ba Zhi San series of ointments are unlike any other. They target hemorrhoids(piles)/abscess/fistula and help in the growth of healthy tissue for long-term benefits. With Ba Zhi San, the hemorrhoids will fall off within 7-10 days, if you think 7-10 days is slow, compared to 10, 20, 30, 40, or 50 years, for long-term benefits, we would say: slow is fast.

There is an ancient Jewish philosophy that says fight a good fight. The most impressive suffering story is Job. After a devastating tragedy, Job sustained to the end and recieved double blessings. After being optimistic and patient, Jacob built up a fortune and married his beloved wife. Personally, we believe life has a tendency to “go down.” If you don’t discipline yourself, you tend to like to sit like a couch potato: eating more and more

junk and disliking exercises. If you don’t take care of your garden, it will grow up with weeds. If you don’t watch over your soul, it will be attacked by passive entertainment. There is a contemporary Jewish Rabbi with a podcast called Happy Warrior. I have to stand as a warrior to fight the negative force, but we also need to be kept happy on the battlefield.

Everyone deserves a wonderful life, we do! We believe!

We got up early, we expect the sunshine of the day.

We go to bed; we expect a sweet dream.

We work hard for playing hard.

We always want the luckiest card in our hands.

Why are those attitudes related to hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids are related to quality of life. Hemorrhoids are not something life-threatening, but they are damaging to your quality of life. One of the most common comments expressed from the patients who are under the treatment is, “I am getting my life back!”

Hemorrhoids don’t only cause unbearable pain and frightening bleeding; they also affect people’s emotions. People who are suffering from hemorrhoids tend to be cranky, emotional, irritable, less confident, and even depressed. It doesn’t only affect the big motions, it affects sitting and walking. Turning right, moving left, stepping forward, going backwards, bending down or stretching out, you never know how this small area on the lower body plays such an important role in our daily life.

We want to thank all our patients.

Thank you for your trust.

Thank you for your respect.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Thank you for your commitment.

Thank you for your patience.

You are an unbeatable happy warrior to win the battle and you deserve sincere Congratulations!

We hope to not see you in the clinic again with the same medical issue, but we love to see you shining in your next stage of life!