What are Naturopathic Physicians?
Naturopathic doctors are licensed, board-certified physicians, who have attended 4-year accredited Naturopathic Medical schools. The first 2 years of our training parallel conventional medical doctors (MDs, DOs), with a strong foundation in basic medical sciences. The following 2 years, we undergo intensive clinical training in various settings (doctor's offices, hospitals, community health clinics, and more), focusing on complementary and alternative medicine and individualized treatment.
What makes a Naturopathic Physician Different than other Doctors?
(Disclaimer: The Following is a statement by the Physician and does not reflect the opinions of a profession)
Holistically minded conventional medical doctors should be applauded. They have figured out that humans are not machines, that there is alot that science cannot explain, and there is more than pharmaceutical medication as treatment.
The aforementioned truths are an integral part of Naturopathic training. Strong foundations in medical science allows NDs to practice responsibly as primary care physicians. A strong foundation in natural medicine allows a range of treatment options for innately individual patients. But, what really sets us apart is our appreciation and practice of the Art and Science of medicine. No two patients will get the same treatment for the same condition, because no two patients are alike. Often, no two patients will get the same botanical tincture, acupuncture points, let alone combination of alternative treatment modalities. Part of the beauty is that nature works synergistically. Natural medicines work synergistically. And for some patients, it is necessary to combine pharmaceuticals with natural medicine. No one is better trained than Naturopathic Physicians to do any of the aforementioned.
What is My Philosophy?
I make a pact with my patients. We take a journey together on their path to health. I promise to be there every step of the journey, but the level of commitment on an individual's part will help determine the progress.
The body only has so many ways to tell you that it is sick (signs and symptoms). How closely are you listening?