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NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE
What is Naturopathic Medicine? Philosophy of Healing What Can Naturopathic Doctor Do? Physician's Oath Which Conditions Can Be Treated? What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine is a primary health care system with distinct emphasis on holistic approach to health. Naturopathic medicine combines a number of modern, traditional, and scientific techniques to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness, and to maintain health. Top
What Can Naturopathic Doctor Do?
Naturopathic physician is a general practitioner trained in the field of natural medicine. Naturopathic doctors perform physical examinations, laboratory testing, gynecological exams, nutritional, and dietary assessment, as well as order x-ray, ultrasound, and other necessary diagnostic imaging tests. They are also trained in the wide variety of natural therapies, some of which include botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathic medicine, and physical medicine. Top
Which Conditions Can Be Treated?
Often people come to see a naturopathic doctor after they have tried other treatments, and the actual list of problems is very long. Below is a small sample of common problems that patients come in with:
Fatigue, diabetes, allergies, eczema, psoriasis, acne, asthma, IBS, ulcers, gastritis, colitis, Crohn's disease, menstrual disorders, headaches, thyroid disorders, sinus problems, autoimmune disorders, arthritis, adjunctive oncology care, hypertension, high cholesterol, heartburn, constipation, diarrhea, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and others. Patients also come in for preventative care, please see a list of Services.
You can always call the office and talk to a doctor if you have any questions. Top
Naturopathic doctors are guided by healing principles that shape the way they practice and relate to their patients.
Vis Medicarix Naturae: The Healing Power of Nature - our body has an inherent ability to heal itself; doctor’s role is to facilitate this process to restore health
Primim Non Nocere: First Do No Harm - use the safest possible effective therapy to avoid negative side effects
- Tolle Causam: Find the Cause - remove the obstacle to cure and find the cause of the symptoms.
- Treat the Whole Person - mind, body, and spirit
- Preventive Medicine - prevent illness with healthy diet, lifestyle, and environment, and regular health check-ups
- Docere: Doctor as Teacher - educate patients about their health
- Establish wellness - achieving your optimal health and your full potential Top
I dedicate myself to the service of humanity as a practitioner of the art and science of Naturopathic medicine.
I will honor my teachers and all who have preserved and developed this knowledge and dedicate myself to supporting the growth and evolution of Naturopathic medicine. I will endeavor to continually improve my abilities as a healer through study, reflection, and genuine concern for humanity. I will impart knowledge of the advanced healing arts to dedicated colleagues and students.
Through precept, lecture, and example, I will assist and encourage others to strengthen their health, reduce risks for disease, and preserve the health of our planet for ourselves, our families, and future generations.
According to my best ability and judgment, I will use methods of treatment which follow the principles of Naturopathic medicine:
First of all, to do no harm.
To act in cooperation with the Healing Power of Nature.
To address the fundamental causes of disease.
To heal the whole person through individualized treatment.
To teach the principles of healthy living and preventive medicine.
I will conduct my life and the practice of Naturopathic health care with vigilance, integrity, and freedom from prejudice. I will abstain from voluntary acts of injustice and corruption. I will keep confidential whatever I am privileged to witness, whether professionally or privately, that should not be divulged.
With my whole heart, before this gathering of witnesses, as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, I pledge to remain true to this oath.
Tree of Health Integrative Medicine
17220 127th Place NE, Suite 200, Woodinville, WA 98072
(425)488-3411
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