What is Naturopathic Medicine?
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine is a patient-centered approach to healthcare using natural therapies. Naturopathic doctors offer holistic treatment plans with an emphasis on patient education, disease prevention, and whole-person wellness. Naturopathic doctors use evidence-based medicine along with ancient healing modalities to customize treatment. Treatment approaches may include clinical nutrition, lifestyle counseling, mineral and vitamin supplements, herbal remedies, homeopathic remedies, and bio-identical hormones.
What can a Naturopathic Doctor treat?
NDs are primary care providers trained in conventional medical sciences, diagnosis, and treatment. They are experts in natural therapeutics and view the individual as an integral whole, taking into account the physiological, psychological, social, spiritual, environmental, and lifestyle factors that could be affecting your health.
Naturopathic doctors can provide annual screenings, lab tests, and exams to ensure you stay well. Because they prioritize noninvasive treatment, naturopathic doctors make excellent primary care providers. Naturopathic medicine is ideal for the treatment of acute and chronic complaints including:
- Weight management
- Hormone balancing
- Allergies
- Skin rashes
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Pain
- Difficulty sleeping
- Anxiety or depression
- Cold/flu
- Digestive complaints
- Thyroid disorders
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Autoimmune disorders
- Neurodevelopmental disorders including ADD, ADHD, and autism
For more information on Naturopathic Medicine, please download this guide from the California Department of Consumer Affairs.
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How can I learn more?
Please schedule a complimentary 10-minute phone consult to speak with our naturopathic doctor about your health concerns. This will help you decide if naturopathic medicine is right for you.
Dr. Aisha Nouh, ND
Dr. Aisha Nouh, ND
Aisha Nouh, ND, RH(AHG), is a licensed naturopathic doctor and registered herbalist specializing in integrative women’s health and pediatrics. She finds and addresses the root cause of preconception and fertility issues, autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, digestive complaints, fatigue, depression, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances including PMS, PCOS, and symptoms of menopause. She also treats ADHD, autism, eczema, and other childhood illnesses.
Dr. Nouh utilizes standard and functional lab testing and treatments including botanicals, supplements, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, targeted lifestyle and nutrition counseling to provide her patients with the highest-quality natural care to address their unique needs. Her practice includes a blend of evidence-based scientific research, time-tested traditional therapies, clinical experience, and patient preference to pursue the best course for your care.
Dr. Nouh received her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University. When she’s not practicing naturopathic medicine, Dr. Nouh enjoys spending time in nature, gardening, hiking, and pursues the creative arts including writing and music.