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About Naturopathic Medicine

What is a Naturopathic Doctor?

  • Primary care physician that combines the wisdom of nature with modern science

  • They diagnose, treat and manage patients with a variety of conditions, just like your family doctor

  • They use a variety of modality to treat their patients including Botanical medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, Nutrition, Counselling, Physical medicine, and Homeopathy

How do Naturopathic Doctors Treat Their Patients
Naturopathic Education

  • At least 8 years post-secondary

  • Includes anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, immunology, embryology, psychology etc.

  • Allows them to communicate effectively with your MD, chiropractor, osteopath, RMT, and other health care providers

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Naturopathic Doctors have a variety of treatment options in our toolbox in order to treat patients. These include:

  • Acupuncture

  • Botanical Medicine

  • Clinical Nutrition

  • Homeopathy

  • Physical Medicine

  • Prevention and Lifestyle Counselling

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Are Naturopathic Doctors Regulated

Naturopathic Doctors in Ontario are registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario. As of July 1st, 2015 Naturopathic Medicine became a regulated profession under the Regulated Health Professions Act. 

The Six Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

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