How does ND school compare to MD school?
Although many prospective medical students don’t realize it, NDs are trained to be primary care practitioners first and foremost. That means that ND students receive training in the biomedical sciences that is every bit as thorough as that provided to medical (MD) students. Additionally, naturopathic medical education is imbued with a unique philosophy grounded in the six principles of naturopathic medicine, so future NDs receive training in particular holistic, nontoxic approaches to disease prevention, as well as intensive, hands-on clinical training. Read more about the similarities and differences in ND and MD educations in Comparing ND and MD Curricula: A Question of Degree.
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