• Dr. John & his Associates are honored to see patients from all 50 states & 15 countries to become one of the most respected & effective Complementary & Alternative Health Care Practices Worldwide •
Have you come to realize you need help and guidance to achieve your desired state of health? If so, then join Dr. John & his Associates on a wellness journey to change your life.
A visit to Dr. John Partenope & Associates always includes education and recommendations on supplementation, diet, and lifestyle choices so that you have the necessary tools to achieve your healthcare goals and beyond. We apply only the highest quality natural supplementation, nutraceuticals, homeopathics, vitamins, minerals, teas, and tinctures integrated with cutting edge technology.
PRACTITIONERS
Dr. John Partenope
Born in Philadelphia, PA and raised in San Antonio, TX…Dr. John moved to Durango, CO in 2003 for a healthier way of life and to pass that way of living onto his clients practicing exclusively as a Complementary & Alternative Health Care Practitioner in Colorado. After graduating from the University of Texas at San Antonio, Dr. John completed his education and graduated from Medical & Naturopath schools, as well as earning his Ph.D in Natural & Holistic Medicine. Dr. John is the founder & inventor of 46Evo. He is married to his loving and beautiful wife Larissa and has two daughters named Lola & Colette. Dr. John is a Shodan (Black Belt) in the Japanese art of Shin-Budo Kai Aikido and enjoys spending quality time with his family. Board Certified: American Association of Drugless Practitioners(AADP), Alternative American Medical Association(AAMA), American Naturopathic Certification Board(ANCB), Society of Complementary Alternative & Holistic Practitioners(SCAHP), American Naturopathic Medical Association(ANMA), 2022 Inductee into Marquis Who’s Who Biographical Registry/Encyclopedia, Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
Ivy Walker, NMD & Ph.D(c), FNLP M. Ed.
Ivy was born in Sitka, Alaska, and grew up in Houston, Texas. A 20 year resident of the Durango area, she is completing her Doctorate & Ph.D in Natural Medicine, is a Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner, Quantum BioFeedBack Practitioner, and holds a Master’s Degree in Education. She loves working with clients who are sick and tired of being sick and tired, to regain optimal health and a sense of purpose in life. Creator of the Strong Life Journey system, Ivy is on a mission to help others incorporate health, movement, adventure and purpose in all of life. She and husband, Glen, have 4 daughters- Jenny(husband Jacob), Stephanie, Amy and Katherine, and 3 adorable grands- Abel, Clara and Ethan. Family times are frequent and lively! After hours, Ivy serves as the piano accompanist for Durango High School Theater Troupe 1096. Ivy is pleased to work with Dr. John in providing optimal health choices that truly make a difference and move the needle on client wellness.
Front Office/Reception
Reta Shablo
Reta was born in Yosemite National Park, California, raised in a small town, Mariposa. Moved to Colorado in 1990 then on to Durango in 1998. There she met herhusband Tony and married in 2002.
They both have a love for the beauty and majestic mountains and the four seasons. Blending a family, they raised 4 children: Joseph, Kristy, Rusty (now in heaven) & Cameron. Joseph is single and making them proud in his recovery from his challenges every day! Kristy and her husband Justin, gave them 5 beautiful grandchildren with twins in the mix! Their son Cameron will be married this summer in Silverton!
Reta enjoys baking, cooking, the water (lakes & oceans), dancing, traveling, driving and of course her grandchildren!
“Dr. John was a huge part of my health team in assisting and preparing me for the completion of an Ironman Marathon relay with a friend in Hawaii the year of 2021. This was an unforgettable experience and challenge at my age .... over 60! Thank you Dr. John!”
“It is an honor and a privilege to work for Dr. John Partenope and his colleagues helping others maintain a healthier lifestyle with long term benefits.”
Mackenzie Kruger
Born and raised from Mesa, Arizona, Mackenzie graduated from Northern Arizona University with a degree in Psychology. She began her career as a probation officer before becoming a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP) in 2023, furthering her passion for health and wellness. Today, she brings that background and her genuine care for people to her role as a receptionist at Dr. John Partenope's office, where she enjoys welcoming patients and helping create a warm, comfortable experience from the moment they arrive.
Mackenzie and her husband, Jack, met while country dancing and married in 2021. In 2025, they moved to Durango, Colorado, where she is grateful to put down roots and become part of the community.
Outside of work, Mackenzie enjoys traveling, baking, thrifting, reading, paddleboarding, hiking, scuba diving and attending rodeos. She feels fortunate to call Durango home and looks forward to getting to know the patients, families, and community that make the practice special.
