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)
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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”