Q. What can
be expected in a visit with a Naturopathic Doctor?
A. The first visit is typically 1 – 1 ½ hr. and involves
a detailed intake and thorough physical exam and may also include
laboratory testing such as urine or blood analysis. During the first
visit, the
Naturopathic Doctor listens carefully to the patients health concerns
so that treatment
can be tailored to that individual. A second visit is typically 2 weeks
after the first and is 45 min. During this visit the Naturopathic Doctor
provides a treatment protocol that is customized with the patient to
fit their specific needs. Third visits and other follow-up visits
are typically
4-6 weeks apart and are 30 min. in length. During these visits, there
is a re-assessment of the patients condition and modifications are
made to
the treatment protocol if necessary.
Q. Is Naturopathic Medicine covered by OHIP?
A. Naturopathic Medicine is not currently covered by OHIP.
Q. Are the services offered covered by extended
healthcare insurance?
A. Most extended healthcare insurance does have coverage for Naturopathic
Medical care. Look for it under the paramedical services section.
Q. How are
Naturopathic Doctors trained and regulated?
A a. Naturopathic Doctors have a minimum of 3-years of undergraduate
studies before being accepted into the 4-year full-time Doctor of
Naturopathic
Medicine program. The program involves extensive training in medical
studies such as pharmacology, physical diagnosis, laboratory diagnosis,
and naturopathic modalities such as acupuncture, nutrition, botanical
medicine, homeopathic medicine as well as 1500 hrs. of supervised clinical
practice. Graduates must successfully complete rigorous examinations
to obtain their license to practice Naturopathic Medicine.
A b. Naturopathic Doctors in Ontario are regulated through the Board
of Directors of Drugless Therapy - Naturopathy
Q. I am currently being treated by a Medical Doctor; can I also see
a Naturopathic Doctor?
A. Naturopathic Doctors are trained to work with Medical Doctors to
provide their patients with a complete healthcare experience. Naturopathic
Doctors
are well trained in potential interactions between their medicine and
prescription medications so that they can provide safe treatment suggestions
to patients under the care of Medical Doctors.
