Do naturopathic doctors use drugs or major surgery?
No. Naturopathic doctors are trained in the philosophy of the “Vis Medicatrix Naturae” or “Healing Power of Nature” and use natural substances and methods to stimulate the body’s own healing response. Naturopathic doctors refer to medical doctors in cases where drugs or surgery are appropriate. Patients undergoing surgery or prescription drug treatment under the care of a medical doctor can also benefit from concurrent naturopathic health care.
