What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic Medicine is a unique healthcare profession that combines the most current advances in modern medicine with safe effective natural therapies. Naturopathic Medicine is based on the philosophy that our bodies have a inherent ability to heal; as physicians our goal is to remove those factors which are preventing this natural healing process from occurring. Naturopathy has existed in this country for over one hundred years and it is experiencing a re-awakening as more people learn about the tremendous benefits it can offer.
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional natural forms of medicine. Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention using natural therapies including botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture and lifestyle counseling. The primary goal in Naturopathic medicine is to discover and treat the root causes of disease, rather than just simply treat the symptoms. A Naturopathic doctor views all aspects of an individual including physical, mental, emotional, environmental, genetic and lifestyle factors on the affects of health. Naturopathic doctors complement and enhance health care services provided by other health care professionals and refer patients to other practioners when appropriate.
Naturopathic medicine is a comprehensive primary health care system that combines traditional and modern therapies to provide a unique approach to optimizing health. Focusing on both treatment and prevention, naturopathic doctors (ND’s) support and stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself using natural substances and treatment.
Naturopathic Medicine is a unique and comprehensive approach to improving health and treating illness. Focusing on prevention, and using natural substances and treatments, naturopathic doctors support and stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself. The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illness, rather than simply treat or suppress symptoms. The patient is seen as a whole person and the naturopathic doctor takes the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions into account when diagnosing and developing a treatment plan.
