What is Naturopathic Medicine? 

As stated by the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC): 

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"Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct primary health care profession that combines the wisdom of nature with the rigors of modern science. Naturopathic physicians are trained as primary care providers who diagnose, treat and manage patients with acute and chronic conditions, while addressing disease and dysfunction at the level of body, mind and spirit."

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Naturopathic Medical Doctors practice following the

6 Principles of Naturopathic Medicine:

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1. First, Do No Harm
   Utilize the most natural, least invasive and least toxic therapies.

2. The Healing Power of Nature
   Trust in the body’s inherent wisdom to heal itself.

3. Identify and Treat the Causes
   Look beyond the symptoms to the underlying cause.

4. Doctor as Teacher
   Educate patients in the steps to achieving and maintaining health.

5. Treat the Whole Person
   View the body as an integrated whole in all its physical and spiritual dimensions.

6. Prevention
   Focus on overall health, wellness and disease prevention.