In Oregon, licensed naturopathic doctors (NDs) are recognized as board-certified primary care physicians. That means we’re trained and authorized to provide all the core services you’d expect from your primary care provider: diagnosing and treating illness, ordering and interpreting labs and imaging, performing physical exams, managing chronic conditions, and prescribing medications when needed.
What sets naturopathic primary care apart is the broader therapeutic toolkit we bring to your care—and our philosophy. Alongside conventional treatments, we integrate evidence-based natural therapies such as nutrition, herbal medicine, mind-body support, and lifestyle guidance. We take time to look beyond symptoms and identify the root causes of illness, with the goal of supporting your long-term vitality—not just short-term symptom relief.
This approach allows us to treat the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. It’s a partnership in your health, where prevention, education, and individualized care are at the heart of every visit.
Not all states regulate naturopathic medicine in this way, and the title “naturopath” can mean very different things depending on where you are. But here in Oregon, you can be confident that a licensed naturopathic doctor has completed four years of accredited, graduate-level medical training and has passed rigorous board exams to provide primary medical care.
If you’re looking for a doctor who can handle both your basic health needs and support your deeper wellness goals, naturopathic primary care offers the best of both worlds.