Naturopathic Medicine is a comprehensive approach to improving health and treating illness. The primary goal of naturopathic care is to address the cause of illness rather than simply suppress the symptoms. Naturopaths recognize that each patient is an individual and their uniqueness is considered in developing a personalized treatment plan.

Naturopathic doctors support and stimulate the body's ability to heal it self. Patients are empowered to learn about their health concerns and take an active role in deciding the path of treatment. Prevention is an important component and patients are taught to actively work towards a state of optimal health. Naturopathic treatment can complement conventional medical treatment or be used effectively on its own.

Most extended health care plans cover naturopathic services. Please consult your benefits provider for detailed information on you personal health care coverage.

The Naturopathic Visit

Naturopathic Medicine offers safe and effective treatment of all types of health problems. From infancy to old age, naturopathic medicine can be used safely and successfully. A Naturopathic Doctor's goal is to understand the patient and all the factors that impact upon their health. The information from an in depth patient history, a physical examination and laboratory testing assist a naturopath in making an assessment and diagnosis. A personalized treatment plan is then proposed to help facilitate the healing process.

Naturopathic Therapies

A number of different approaches may be used throughout the course of naturopathic care. Treatment modalities include:

• Clinical Nutrition
• Botanical Medicine
• Homeopathy
• Chinese Medicine
• Acupuncture
• Hydrotherapy
• Physical Medicine
• Lifestyle Counseling