First, do not harm. Primum non nocere. | Natural medicines are chosen that are safe and effective.

To cooperate with the healing powers of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae. \ The human body possesses the inherent ability to heal. Nature's medicinals have the capacity to facilitate a state of balance in the body allowing for this healing.

To address the fundamental cause of disease. Tolle causam. | Symptoms are viewed as expressions of the body's natural attempt to heal. Naturopathic doctors seek and treat the underlying cause of disease.

To heal the whole person through individualized treatment. Tolle totum. | The multiple factors in health and disease are considered while treating the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of a person.

Naturopathic doctors provide individual treatment programs to meet the uniqueness of each person.

To teach the principles of healthy living and preventative medicine. Docere. | The Naturopathic doctor's major role is to educate, empower and help motivate people to take responsibility for their own health.

Training and Education
Naturopathic Medicine