What is a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)?
A Naturopathic Doctor is a healthcare professional who plays a pivotal role in providing holistic, patient-centered care, particularly for those recovering from injuries, managing pain, or focused on overall health. In British Columbia, Naturopathic Doctors have completed a four-year accredited program at a naturopathic medical school, covering both traditional medicine as well as holistic practices.
This gives Naturopathic doctors the ability to blend conventional diagnostics with alternative medicine and create a personalized treatment plan. They are regulated by the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC).
If you have sustained an injury or are managing pain, our Naturopathic Doctors can provide safe and effective treatment options that support the body’s natural healing processes. The Naturopathic doctor will have the time to understand your full health history, lifestyle, and overall well-being, perform or request laboratory tests when needed, and use the information to develop a comprehensive treatment for you.
Common forms of treatment under Naturopathic Medicine:
- Intramuscular injections and IV therapy: a method of delivering medication directly to the muscle, joint structure, or bloodstream so that treatment can be targeted and faster absorbed by the body with reduced side effects.
- Nutritional Support and Lifestyle Counselling: Tailored dietary plans to promote healing and reduce inflammation, guidance on stress management, and sleep hygiene.
- Manual soft tissue therapy and manipulations: restoring mobility and muscle function
- Medicine: authority to write prescriptions designed to alleviate chronic illness symptoms, injury recovery, and pain relief
Why Use a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)?
Naturopathic Doctors have the ability to order laboratory tests and write prescriptions which cuts down on your waiting time! You do not need to wait 4 weeks for your General Practitioner to be available to address only one of your concerns.
Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing pain, or dealing with chronic conditions like arthritis and diabetes, our Naturopathic Doctors are here to support your journey towards optimal health. By combining the best of modern medicine with natural therapies, we offer a unique path to healing and pain management.
How are painPRO Naturopathic Doctors Different?
At painPRO, we practice in a multidisciplinary setting, our Naturopathic Doctors work closely with the other allied healthcare providers; Registered Massage Therapists, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Kinesiologists, Acupuncturists, and Counsellors to create a comprehensive treatment plan for your specific needs.
All our practitioners provide 1-on-1 service. This means you do not have to worry about being left in a treatment room alone, a heat pack placed on you while a practitioner treats another patient in another room. We value your time and want to provide effective care using evidence-informed and patient centric care.
Patient Centered
All Naturopathic Doctors working with painPRO are independent contractors and have been contracted based on their patient-centered focus. In our eyes, no amount of education can take the place of an Acupuncturist who creates a safe space and values who you are by looking out for your best interests.
Empathetic Therapists
Our view is that great patient care is correlated with the amount of professional attention you get. This is why we ensure that all Naturopathic Doctors, working with us do one on one therapy sessions.
Team Focused
Our Naturopathic Doctors, work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals at painPRO to improve injury recovery time for patients with pain and other health issues.
Locations Offering Naturopathic Doctors
Naturopathic Doctors are now available at painPRO Coal Harbour in Downtown Vancouver.
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