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Naturopathic Physicians

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases using a system of practice that is based on the natural healing capacity of individuals. May use physiological, psychological or mechanical methods. May also use natural medicines, prescription or legend drugs, foods, herbs, or other natural remedies.

Median salary

$113,730

Typical range

$65k – $194k

Job outlook

+2% (about average)

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Education

Typical entry: Master's degree

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Naturopathic Physicians

    Entry / Junior

    $65,210

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Naturopathic Physicians

    Established

    $113,730

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Naturopathic Physicians

    Senior

    $153,865

Key skills

A typical day

  • Document patients' histories, including identifying data, chief complaints, illnesses, previous medical or family histories, or psychosocial characteristics.
  • Educate patients about health care management.
  • Advise patients about therapeutic exercise and nutritional medicine regimens.
  • Conduct physical examinations and physiological function tests for diagnostic purposes.
  • Administer, dispense, or prescribe natural medicines, such as food or botanical extracts, herbs, dietary supplements, vitamins, nutraceuticals, and amino acids.

Fields of study

Any field

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