naturopathyNaturopathic Medicine - Dr Maura Scanlan of Kirkland Natural Health and Dr Michael Woo are both Washington State Licensed Naturopathic Physicians. Naturopathic Physicians conduct a thorough health history and exam to customize a health plan based on your individual requirements. Listed below are some services available at our clinic.

The origin of naturopathic medicine is based on the principles of nature cure and uses the healing power of nature from healthy diet, water (hydrotherapy), sleep, exercise and plant and mineral based medicines. These tools provide the building blocks to stimulate the vital force / qi/ healing energy in the body with least invasive treatments used first. As naturopaths we draw from all medicines available and when necessary utilize, radiographic imaging, pharmaceuticals and surgery. We will work in conjunction with your medical doctor and form a health team to co-manage your health condition.

Principles

Naturopathic ideology focuses on naturally-occuring and minimally-invasive methods, trusting to the "healing power of nature." Such treatments as "synthetic" drugs, radiation, and major surgery are avoided, and rejection of biomedicine in favor of an intuitive and vitalistic conception of the body and nature is common. Prevention through stress reduction and a healthy diet and lifestyle is emphasized. The philosophy of naturopathic practice is self-described by six core values. Multiple versions exist in the form of the naturopathic doctor's oath, various mission statements published by schools or professional associations, and ethical conduct guidelines published by regulatory bodies:

  1. First, do no harm; provide the most effective health care available with the least risk to patients at all times (Primum Non Nocere).

  2. Recognize, respect and promote the self-healing power of nature inherent in each individual human being. (Vis Medicatrix Naturae, a form of vitalism[27]).

  3. Identify and remove the causes of illness, rather than eliminate or suppress symptoms (Tolle Causum).

  4. Educate, inspire rational hope and encourage self-responsibility for health (Doctor as Teacher).

  5. Treat each person by considering all individual health factors and influences. (Treat the Whole Person).

  6. Emphasize the condition of health to promote well-being and to prevent diseases for the individual, each community and our world. (Health Promotion, the Best Prevention)

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