What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine, and is based upon the following six principles:

1. First, do no harm.

2. Promote the healing power of nature

3. Treat the cause of the illness

4. Naturopathic Doctors act as teachers

5. Treatment addresses the whole person

6. The prevention of illness is the best approach

In British Columbia, Naturopathic Physicians are licensed by The College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia.  The Naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body as well as to treat the underlying cause of all illness and disease. Symptoms of disease are seen as warning signals of improper functioning of the body, and unfavourable lifestyle habits. Naturopathic Medicine emphasizes disease as a process rather than as an entity.

Treating both acute and chronic conditions, Naturopathic treatments are chosen based on the individual patient – their physiological, structural, psychological, social, spiritual, environment, and lifestyle factors. Below are some of the areas Naturopathic Physicians are trained in to restore health and wellness:

• Clinical Nutrition

• Lifestyle Counselling

• Botanical Medicine

• Traditional Chinese Medicine

• Homeopathic Medicine

• Psychological Counselling

• Physical Medicines

• Naturopathic Manipulation

• Pharmaceuticals

In addition to these foundational therapies, Dr. Della, ND also provides Intravenous Therapies, Functional Laboratory Testing, Neural Therapy, Neuro-Prolo Therapy, Prolo Therapy, and PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma). Dr. Della understands how all aspects of health influence the body and mind. Her experience with sports medicine, hormone health, pain management, nutrition, and the mind-body connection forms a solid holistic platform from which she can provide patients with the ability to become healthy and well-balanced.