Naturopathic Medicine
Philosophy
Naturopathic medicine is a
unique system of primary
health care that improves
health and treats illness by
stimulating the body's own
powers of self-regulation and
self-healing.
Naturopathic doctors seek to
remove the roots of illness by
identifying and treating the
cause. Treatments are carefully
chosen to bring about healing
of the whole person without
harming the patient or
suppressing symptoms.
Profession
Naturopathic medicine is a
licensed profession in Ontario.
Naturopathic doctors complete
four years of training at a
recognized naturopathic college
and an extensive clinical
internship. Graduates must pass
a national standardized board
exam to qualify for licensure.
Naturopathic doctors are the
only medical practitioners
thoroughly trained and licensed
in the clinical use of all of the
following:
• Nutrition
• Homeopathy
• Herbal Medicine
• Acupuncture & Classical Asian
Medicine
• Lifestyle Counseling
• Physical Medicine