Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process. See the 6 Naturopathic Principles and The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians for more details.
Licensed Naturopathic Doctors are practitioners who have completed 4 years of medical school education from accredited programs and passed professional boards. See the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges for a list of accredited programs.
Naturopathic Doctors are regulated in 23 states and 3 U.S. territories.