MN Statute 147E registers naturopathic doctors effective July 2009 and mandates a work group to recommend measures to ensure MN Statute 146A effectively protects unlicensed healers and, also, to study naturopathic regulation laws in other states. All opinions welcome. In the spirit of the work group, where the unregulated and regulated healers concerns will find an equitable solution, we hope this blog will engender a friendly and meaningful conversation.

Sunday, April 20, 2008

How Do You Find a Good Physician? (look for an ND from a reputable school)

Energetic Dr. Mercola, D.O., is known for being a prolific writer and for his marketing prowess.
And he recommends seeking out a graduate of one of the accredited Naturopathic
Medical schools if you are taking medication and looking for a good physician.

http://v.mercola.com/QA/How-Do-You-Find-a-Good-Physician--2109.aspx




"there are very few MDs and DOs that understand natural medicine. If you find a good one consider yourself blessed. Alternatively naturopaths and chiropractors have excellent training programs and for all but the serious of illnesses they are typically a far better choice. If you are still taking medications it would be best to find someone with a license and training that will allow you to carefully wean off of them and replace natural lifestyle options to address the underlying cause.

Many naturopaths or NDs have this training but only if they went to a four year ND medical school. There are only five, Bastyr, Southwest, National, the Canadian College. and Connecticut. So if you are seeing an ND and are on drugs it would be best to find a graduate of these schools as they have the most comprehensive training. Actually the minority of NDs are from these schools so be careful if you are taking medications."

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