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Naturopathic medicine is primary care medicine with an emphasis on natural therapies and a
philosophy that supports optimal health. The focus of naturopathic medicine patients as individuals and assess the
underlying root causes for disease. Emphasis is on understanding normal physiology and
maintaining balance using a variety of treatments to provide the most lasting effect with the least
amount of side effects.
Naturopathic doctors
Naturopathic Physicians are trained to be primary care doctors and attend specialized
naturopathic medical schools to attain the Naturopathic Doctor (ND) degree. It is a demanding
four year post-graduate degree with emphasis on basic science, anatomy and physiology as well
as on-site patient-care and advanced training in naturopathic treatment modalities. Naturopathic treatment training
includes utilization of standard conventional diagnostic tools such as conventional lab testing,
MRI, CT and x-rays as well as cutting edge testing for nutrient status, toxic load, hormonal levels
and neurotransmitter interactions. Naturopathic physicians sit for board exams in their
individual state and work in clinics, multi-disciplinary practices and hospitals throughout the
country.
Naturopathic Therapies:
• Nutrition and Lifestyle counseling
• Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
• Nutritional Supplementation (Vitamins, Minerals, Amino acids)
• Botanical Medicine (Herbal medicine)
• Exercise therapy
• Homeopathy
• Physical medicine (Craniosacral therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, naturopathic manipulation
• Psychological counseling
• Minor surgery
• IV therapy
• Hormonal therapy
• Conventional prescription medications Acupuncture
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