Today, many people are seeking out a more natural approach to healing; either as a substitute for, or along with conventional medicine naturopathic medicine is a medical discipline based on the belief that nature has healing ability and that the body has the capacity to mend itself and remain healthy by achieving balance a physical state referred to by naturopaths as homeostasis.

Why Natural Medicine?

Those with critical or long-term illnesses frequently turn to naturopathy when traditional treatments have failed them. Other patients may use it in addition to traditional treatment, when reccommended by their regular doctor.

Naturopathy is also used as preventative medicine either for those in good health or those with a predisposition to a health issue. Fatigue, allergies, and depression are among the most common health concerns that naturopathic doctors address.

Is a Naturopathic Doctor Right For You?

Naturopathic Doctors are educated at an accredited 4 year, post-graduate medical program which does include residency training. These doctors have studied conventional medical topics such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and pathology as well as a variety of naturopathic therapies.

They prescribe medications and supplements as well as sometimes use more conventional treatment modalities in addition to their naturopathic treatment protocols.