Common Questions
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
What Training Do Naturopathic Doctors Have?
What Tests and Treatments Do Naturopath's Offer?
What Should I Expect My First Visit?
What Conditions Can Naturopathic Medicine Treat?
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic practice blends centuries-old natural, non-toxic therapies with
the latest advances in science and technology. Naturopaths are board-certified
and licensed primary care physicians, trained to treat all aspects of family
care, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Naturopathic medicine employs a philosophy
which: treats the whole person; body, mind, and spirit, utilizes the healing
power of nature, searches for the underlying cause of disease, believes prevention
is the best cure, starts with the least invasive therapies first, and educates
and empowers patients to achieve and sustain optimal health.
What Training Do Naturopathic Doctors Have?
Licensure requires 4-5 years of rigorous post-graduate didactic and clinical
training at an accredited naturopathic medical school, with successful passage
of state and national board examinations. Naturopaths are held accountable
to the same standards of diagnosis and liability as mainstream physicians,
and must complete yearly continuing education.
What Tests and Treatments Do Naturopath's Offer?
Naturopathic Physicians perform a wide variety of diagnostic tests including
physical exams, laboratory testing, x-rays/imaging, gynecological exams, nutritional
and dietary assessments, metabolic analysis, and allergy testing. Trained
in a wide variety of therapies, Dr. Brimhall will customize a treatment plan
for you, collaborating and referring to specialists when appropriate. Treatments
include therapeutic nutrition, botanical medicine, physical medicine, nutriceuticals
(vitamins/supplements), prescription medications when indicated, lifestyle
counseling, and homeopathy.
What Should I Expect My First Visit?
Please arrive at least 30 minutes early to fill out your paperwork. Expect
to list current medications and supplements including brand names and doses
on your intake form. Please bring your insurance information. Your first visit
will last approximately one hour, and return visits last about 30 minutes.
Due to the time reserved for each appointment, please call at least 24 hours
in advance to cancel an appointment. A $25 fee will be charged for no shows
or late cancellations, unless due to a true emergency.
A complete review of your intake form, including your past medical history, family medical history, medications, diet, lifestyle, labs, etc., will be done, as well as a physical exam and blood work if appropriate. Dr. Brimhall will customize a treatment plan for you based on the information gathered. Follow-up visits are imperative to monitor progress and response to treatments.
What Conditions Can Naturopathic Medicine Treat?
As primary care physicians, N.D.'s can treat the full spectrum of medical
conditions. Some of the common conditions treated include:
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Acid Reflux ADHD Allergies Annual Female Exams Annual Well Child Exams Anxiety Arthritis Asthma Autoimmune Disorders Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy Cancer Support Candida Cervical Dysplasia Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Colds/Flu Diabetes Mellitus Digestive Disorders Ear Infections Eczema/Psoriasis Fibrocystic Breast Disease Fibromyalgia |
Food Allergies Headaches Heart Disease Hepatitis Herpes Hypertension Infertility Insomnia Irritable Bowel Syndrome Hormone Replacement Therapy Menstrual Irregularities Multiple Sclerosis Obesity Osteoporosis PMS Sinusitis Stress Management Thyroid Disorders Ulcers Urinary Tract Infections and many others... |