Naturopathic Medicine is the art and science of diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease using natural therapies with the focus on optimizing health and well-being through individualized patient care and public education.

Naturopathic Doctor’s Oath

I dedicate myself to the service of humanity as a practitioner of the art and science of naturopathic medicine.

By precept, education and example, I will assist and encourage others to strengthen their health, reduce risk for disease and preserve the health of our planet for ourselves and future generations. I will continually endeavour to improve my abilities. I will conduct my life and practice of naturopathic medicine with integrity and freedom from prejudice.
I will keep confident what should not be divulged.

The Principles of Naturopathic Medicine:

• First do no harm (Primum non-nocere)
• To co-operate with the healing powers of nature (Vis medicatrix naturae)
• To address the fundamental causes of disease (Tolle Causum)
• Doctor as Teacher (Docere)
• To heal the whole person through individualized treatment (Tolle totum)
• To teach the principles of healthy living and preventive medicine (Prevenio et Evito Aegresco)