Naturopathic Medicine
More often than not, we get questions about naturopathic medicine and doctors. We’re happy to say that we support naturopathy!
Naturopathic physicians, also known as naturopaths or NDs (Naturopathic Doctors), focus on holistic, proactive prevention and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment. They aim to minimize the risk of harm while helping to facilitate the body’s inherent ability to restore and maintain optimal health.
Naturopathic Doctors have access to medical labs to requisition blood work.
Naturopaths can order semen testing. Currently, though, naturopaths aren’t covered by OHIP. However, most extended health care plans DO cover the cost of the visit. You should check with your insurance provider for details, just to be sure.
Here are some key aspects of what naturopathic physicians typically do:
They view the patient as a whole person, not just as an isolated set of symptoms. They consider physical, mental, emotional, genetic, environmental, social, and other factors that affect a person’s health.
Naturopaths often use natural and non-invasive therapies such as herbs, nutrition, lifestyle counseling, and physical therapies. They may also incorporate traditional medicines and modern scientific medical practices.
Naturopaths often use natural and non-invasive therapies such as herbs, nutrition, lifestyle counseling, and physical therapies. They may also incorporate traditional medicines and modern scientific medical practices.
They are trained to perform physical examinations, order and interpret laboratory tests, and diagnose and treat diseases. They use a variety of methods to treat both acute and chronic conditions, often emphasizing the body’s natural healing processes.
They often create personalized treatment plans that are tailored to an individual’s needs and circumstances.