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According to the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges, most Naturopathic physicians who work full-time make between $60,000- $200,000.
However, the cost of medical school is extremely expensive. Many people find that they need to apply for loans in order to pay the tuition. For example, Bastyr University, an accredited medical school in Washington state, is charging $42,556 per year. It is a 4 year graduate program.
Sources:
http://www.aanmc.org/AANMCbrochure.pdf?utm_source=EZ10&utm_medium=7Brochure&enf=enewsletter
http://www.bastyr.edu
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No, DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, which is equivalent to an MD, which stands for Doctor of Medicine. Both DOs and MDs are medical physicians. However, a naturopathic doctor is not really a licensed medical physician like a DO or MD.
Some osteopathic physicians, physical therapists, and naturopathic physicians also use spinal manipulation to treat patients with low back pain.
For starters you should be aware of what exactly it is you are looking for. You should look at the physicians website, profile and reviews and talk to patients.
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In America, there is no standardized program for the certification of Ayurvedic practitioners. Many practitioners have primary degrees, either as MDs, homeopaths, or naturopathic physicians, with additional training in Ayurveda.
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Yes, "Naturopathic Doctor" should be capitalized as it is a specific professional title referring to a doctor trained in naturopathic medicine.
Depending on what state you live in, you can find an institution that offers naturopathic courses at http://www.naturalhealers.com/feat-naturopathic-medicine.shtml
Herbalists or naturopathic physicians may prescribe such herbs as milk thistle (Silybum marianum), burdock (Arctium lappa, a blood cleanser), and licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) to assist in detoxification.
This will greatly depend on your type of practice, location of work, experience, and the schedule that physicians work on. Family Medicine practitioners can achieve an average income of $211,083. Neurologist can have an average income of$276,421 since they specialize in treating brain disorders and injuries.
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine's motto is 'Canada's premier institute for education and research in naturopathic medicine.'.