Naturopathic Medicine


Naturopathic Medicine emphasizes disease as a process rather than as an entity.

The primary goal of naturopathic medicine is to address the cause of a patient's illness, rather than treating or suppressing symptoms.

Naturopathic doctors are highly trained, provincially regulated health care providers that devote the time necessary to understand each individual patient.

The development of a treatment plan takes into consideration physical, mental, social, emotional, spiritual, environmental and lifestyle factors. Prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of most acute and chronic diseases can be provided by an ND.

Naturopathic doctors provide care that complements treatments received from other health care professions, and are trained to refer and consult as necessary. They are able to employ a wide range of therapies to create a preventive, restorative, and individualized approach to health care.

Naturopathic doctors (NDs) approach health according to a set of defining principles that aim to support and stimulate the body's ability to heal. The focus is on prevention and the use of natural substances and treatments.

Naturopathic Medicine Protocol

Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine

To practice in Ontario, NDs must complete a comprehensive and rigorous education program. This program includes three years of pre-medical studies at a recognized university followed by a four-year program of full-time training at an accredited college of naturopathic medicine. After graduation, NDs must pass intensive regulatory board exams that are standardized across North America, before qualifying for registration with the provincial regulator.

Benefits of Naturopathic Medicine