Banff Naturopathic Medical Clinic :: Individualized, preventative health care for the whole family

Naturopathic Doctors are general practitioners trained to identify a wide range of conditions, and to search out the root cause of the symptoms you are exhibiting. We are also trained to recognize when referral is necessary. Commonly seen conditions are: allergies, autoimmune diseases, cancer, chronic conditions, depression, diabetes, digestive problems, endocrine disorders, fatigue, fertility issues, menopause, men’s health, pain, pediatric concerns, pre-conception/pre-natal and post-natal, weight management, skin disorders and women’s health to name a few.

Education: Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine in Canada must have completed at least 3 years of an undergraduate degree with a number of science pre-requisites. This is followed by a 4 year, full time program at either of the two accredited Canadian schools (www.ccnm.edu or www.binm.org) or 4 American schools for Naturopathic Medicine.

Modalities:

Nutritional counselling and supplementation: You are what you eat has never rung more true than in today's environment. Modification of food choices and supplementation of any deficiencies gives you body the building blocks to prevent disease and maintain optimal form

Acupuncture

Homeopathic medicines and biotherapeutic drainage

Botanical medicines: The use of herbal remedies in place of drugs and to stimulate body defences to prevent illness.

Philosophy

"Tolle causam" - Treat the cause, not only the symptoms

"Primum no nocere" - Do no harm, use medicines and therapies that do not cause the patient adverse effects or further illness

"Docere" Doctor as teacher, providing patients with the information they need to be self-responsible in their health care.

Treat the whole person, the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects.

"Vis medicatrix naturae" Support the healing power of the body.

Emphasize prevention