"Ms. Ran is uniquely insightful and genuinely compassionate.  Her treatment approach is both disciplined and responsive.  In addition to completely restoring my wellness, Ms Ran has rehabilitated my faith in the practice of true caregivers and healers."

Vitaly, California

"I had put up with conventional medical suppressive therapy approaches to my chronic eczema and allergies for years.  Even with increasing dosages, my conditions were escalating.  The prescription drugs were becoming less effective, plus I was experiencing serious side effects.  I wanted root causes addressed, but my doctor's focus on visible symptoms frustrated me.  Unfortunately, I knew very little about homeopathy.  I was willing to try, as it seemed to fit with my new healthier lifestyle approach, but I was unsure of myself.

 One look through Ildiko's website allowed me to take that critical first step.  It was different -- I could sense a warmth emanating from her words.  There was no sales pitch, just a message of education and an offer of help.  From our initial meeting, Ildiko's calm, patient demeanor immediately put my concerns to rest and allowed me to focus my energy on getting well.  She's extremely knowledgeable and thorough as a homeopathic practitioner, but, just as importantly, she is intensely caring and unusually thoughtful.  I always look forward to my appointments!  I cannot adequately describe how much better I feel both physically and otherwise this year.  Ildiko has been a blessing in my life and I would highly recommend her care to anyone."

Nick R, Reading, MA

CHILDREN:

"My son developed a skin condition at 12 months of age and for nearly 6 months pediatric internists, dermatologists and allergists were not able to successfully treat his ailment using conventional therapies. My son was on numerous medications, yet he had persistent skin infections and open wounds.  My son was incredibly miserable and unhappy. I finally sought a homeopath and met Ildiko Ran.  Ildiko spent an inordinate amount of time discussing the uses and background of homeopathic remedies and gathering information about my son.  We carefully weaned my son from all conventional medicines and concurrently began a homeopathic remedy.  Within a month my sons skin condition subsided and a year later he has been free of any similar skin condition.  I have to stress that conventional physicians insisted that my son would have chronic skin problems, most likely throughout his childhood.  My son was also a poor sleeper and his skin condition only exacerbated the problem to the point that my pediatrician recommended a sleep clinic.  Again, working with Ildiko she provided a remedy that tremendously helped my sons sleep problem.

 As a person, Ildiko has a wonderful way of working with children and parents. She is very knowledgeable as a homeopath and has always been very responsive to all of my questions and concerns."

Sarah Short, Ph.D.

"Ildiko Ran is a homeopath that works right here in Arlington, is fairly priced and amazing at what she does. I'm not sure if she can be referred to by pediatricians, but I wouldn't let that stop you. She has done so much for my children that my pediatrician has written down their remedies and shared them with his colleagues."

Beth Sager, Arlington, MA

"After moving to a new house my six-year-old son was exhibiting a lot of fear, experiencing frequent nightmares, and waking often in the night calling for me. In addition he had been having chronic occasional earaches for several years. He was also having trouble controlling his anger and having frequent colds. Over the course of several months of working with Ildiko his symptoms became less and less in all these areas. He hasn't had any trouble with his ears in over six months which is a huge relief. I appreciate Ildiko's warmth, sensitivity, and humor and feel immensely grateful for her knowledge and care."

Pamela - Arlington, MA

"I have to start with saying that meeting Ildiko Ran has been a blessing to our whole family.  She started treating my son who has autism.  He has shown many improvements especially in his communication and language skills.  He has really improved in Math and in his writing.  In his last evaluation from school the teachers stated that he is blossoming.  His improvements are coming in gradually, but surely.  As a side benefit, his allergies and asthma have improved. 

I decided to try homeopathy myself, and I can say my health has improved.  Many  little aches and pains are gone, less colds than before (and less severe when I get them).  At the time that my mother has become seriously ill Ildiko has helped me with remedies to deal with my own stress.  She has been very helpful whenever I have had other health issues. She is a very compassionate person and really cares about people.  I recommend that everyone try homeopathy."

Ana I. Severino, Massachusetts

"Thank you for listening and not judging.
You are an amazing homeopath."

C (mother of my client)

Marcela, MA

"Homeopathy helped me with PMS, headaches, allergies and other problems where acupuncture and herbs had failed. I really enjoyed Ildiko's approach -- she even asked me about my dreams to find out as much as possible about me to determine my constitutional remedy! The first time we met, it was on a holiday, but she came in to see me because I was in a lot of discomfort. I feel I can talk to Ildiko about anything and that she will always do her very best to help me. In the year I've been working with Ildiko, most of my physical symptoms have gone away or are greatly improved. The biggest change, however, has been in my emotional state. I no longer have extreme mood swings and am much happier in general."

Nan, MA

“I have known Ildiko for a long time. I turned to her for professional advice when I had difficulties conceiving, having hormonal problems.  After a few months of homeopathic treatment I became pregnant and my overall being greatly improved. I know she has the patience finding the best treatment for the whole body.”

Martha, Hungary  

"I was happy to refer a client to you and will continue to do so. My client said she appreciated you and your work very much. I remember feeling like you had such a nice combination of warmth and wisdom in your AHPA presentation a few years ago."

Alison Shaw, Energy Healer

"I thought you were excellent in your presentation and can't think of any improvements." 

"Thank you so much! I was most impressed with your presentation today. Your obvious passion for the topic, attention to detail, effective handouts and fascinating interviews will spoil us ever more for the average speaker!"

"Your enthusiasm for Homeopathy is inspiring. I hope you will come back and speak to us again." 

We are really pleased you will come again to teach in our study group. Your praises were sung at our last meeting and I was encouraged to try again! 

Pem, Cape cod Homeopathy Study Group Coordinator

From evaluations of participants at the NPACE (Nurse Practitioners Association for Continual Education) conference, Hyannis, MA, July, 2003:

"Interesting" "She is great. Very down to earth." "Very interesting, good presentation, good resource materials." "Knowledgeable." "Very good - repeat at another conference!"

“Ildiko, I wanted to let you know I finished your book last week. I found it so fascinating. Your descriptions and examples of how you work to understand the essence of a person was very insightful.   I now better understand the process you use to work towards a remedy.   Honestly (and particularly since in my case there is a child involved) I was a bit intimidated by the interview process. Your manner is so gentle, but we are not used to speaking so candidly at this level.   I now understand the importance of the dialogue.

 I still find homeopathy, like acupuncture, like Chinese medicine to be a bit about being “centered.” An antibiotic to cure a bacterial infection is very concrete and is much easier understood by those attached to Western medicine approaches.

 I appreciate your kind manner as I don’t think I would have been able to progress this much had I pursued another homeopath.   

 My son is doing incredibly well in school and in his social life.   There is a calmness about him now and he believes in himself much more."

S. (mother of my client)