FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How are Naturopathic Doctors trained?
Naturopathic doctors (N.D.s) are primary care providers with 7 to 8 years of post-secondary education. N.D.s are required to complete a pre-med university education followed by four years training at an accredited college of naturopathic medicine, and are required to have 1 year of clinical experience.
Jennifer Charron graduated from McMaster University with an Honours Degree in Biology minoring in Psychology and Music. She went on to further pursue her interest in Medicine by completing four years of study at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Jennifer Charron is a Registered Naturopathic Doctor, Licensed with The Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy –Naturopathy (BDDT-N) and certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE).
Jennifer Charron has adjunctive training in IV Parenteral Therapy, Bioimpedence Analysis, and Stress Management from Harvard Medical.
How do Naturopaths compare to Medical Doctors?
The techniques used in Naturopathic Medicine have existed, evolved and been continually refined over thousands of years. Naturopathic medicine compliments its younger counterpart commonly known as Modern or Western Medicine. Naturopathic Doctors integrate standard medical diagnostic procedures, with treatments that avoid the use of drugs or surgery. Treatments can be strictly Naturopathic or used to enhance and support a medical treatment already in place. At The Natural Way Health Clinic we utilize all available resources to provide optimal health care.
What does a Naturopathic Visit entail?
Your healing journey begins with a FREE CONSULTATION to assess which modalities should be used to offer you the most effective treatment. Your first scheduled appointment is 90 minutes, and involves a detailed intake of your health history. Follow up appointments range from 30-60 minutes in length. A physical exam may be necessary during your initial, or follow up appointments to assist your practitioner in establishing a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Are Naturopaths covered by insurance?
Naturopathic services are covered under most insurance plans or can be claimed as a medical expense deduction on income taxes.