Naturopathic Medicine
What is a Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic Doctors are regulated health professionals here in Ontario with a minimum 7 year post secondary education- both an undergraduate degree and Naturopathic Medical School degree. Similar to a family GP, NDs are trained in basic sciences, diagnostic medical sciences, pathophysiology and pharmaceuticals. In addition, NDs are also trained in:
- Clinical Nutrition
- Prevention and Lifestyle Counselling
- Botanical Medicine
- Asian Medicine and Acupuncture
- Homeopathy
Naturopathic Principles
- First Do No Harm
- Identify and Treat the Causes
- Doctor as Teacher
- Treat the Whole Person
- Emphasize Prevention
- Support the Healing Power of Nature
Dr Jessica Gurske, Naturopathic Doctor Kitchener Waterloo