Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct system of primary health care—an art, science, philosophy and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease. Six principles of healing form the foundation for naturopathic medical practice:

Naturopathic doctors (N.D.’s) are trained, licensed, and skilled in the conventional tools of diagnosis: lab testing, x-ray, physical exams, etc, and are able to prescribe most pharmaceuticals. Unlike conventional doctors, N.D.’s are also trained in a wide variety of natural therapeutics. There are currently six accredited naturopathic medical schools in North America

Naturopaths’ treatment methods are diverse, applied according to the unique demands of the situation. The following modalities are the basis of naturopathic practice: