Education
How is a Naturopathic Doctor Trained?
Naturopathic medical colleges are four-year, graduate level medical schools with admissions requirements comparable to those of other medical schools. The Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree (ND) is awarded after classroom, clinic and practical study. ND’s are trained in medical sciences including:
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anatomy |
cardiology |
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neurology |
biochemistry |
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pathology |
minor surgery |
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obstetrics |
immunology |
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pharmacology |
pediatrics |
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lab diagnostics |
clinical & physical diagnosis |
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physiology |
radiology |
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microbiology |
gynecology |
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dermatology |
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Throughout the four years, there is training naturopathic
therapeutics, including therapeutic nutrition, botanical
medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, naturopathic manipulative
therapy, and other therapies.
Dr. Michael A. Russo, a
native of Portland, Maine, holds a
Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from
The National College of Naturopathic
Medicine in Portland, Oregon. In
addition, Dr. Russo has been a Reiki
Master since 1999. Through his twenty
years of healthcare experience, Dr.
Russo has
witnessed the ongoing changes in
medicine and the challenges encountered
by patients as an end result. The
combination of his education and work
experience contribute to an integrated
approach in the customized healthcare he
provides for his patients.
