Distinguishing features of naturopathic medicine

  Identify one or more distinguishing features of naturopathic medicine from other disciplines, professions, and forms of healthcare. What distinguishes Naturopathic Medicine from other disciplines, professions, and forms of healthcare? Possible topics to consider: John Bastyr: (Father of Modern Naturopathic Medicine) 1985 interview, when asked to distinguish naturopathy from conventional medicine: “The basic difference is that in naturopathy, it’s not the doctor that does the curing. It’s the patient” (Nature Doctors, Kirchfeld & Boyle) CAND #Medically Trained #Naturally Focused About Naturopathic Medicine: “It is the approach, philosophy and training of naturopathic doctors that sets it apart from other forms of health care” How does Naturopathic Medicine compare?: “The primary differences between naturopathic and conventional medicine are the philosophical approach and the therapies used”