THE NATUROPATHIC OATH
I dedicate myself to the service of humanity, as a practitioner of the art and science of naturopathic medicine.
I will honour my teachers and all who have preserved and developed this knowledge and dedicate myself to supporting the growth and evolution of Naturopathic medicine.
I will endeavour to continually improve my abilities as healer through study, reflection and genuine concern for humanity.
I will impart knowledge of the advanced healing arts to dedicated colleagues and students.
Through precept, lecture and example, I will assist and encourage others to strengthen their health, reduce risks of disease, and preserve the health of our planet for ourselves, our families, and future generations.
According to my best ability and judgment, I will use methods of treatment which follow the principles of Naturopathic medicine.
- First of all, to do no harm.
- To act in cooperation with the Healing Power of Nature.
- To address the fundamental cause of disease.
- To heal the whole person through individualized treatment.
- To teach the principles of healthy living and preventative medicine.
I will conduct my life and the practice of Naturopathic healthcare with vigilance, integrity, and freedom from prejudice.
I will abstain from voluntary acts of injustice and corruption.
I will keep confidential whatever I am privileged to witness whether professionally or privately, that should not be divulged.
With my whole heart, before this gathering of witnesses, as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, I pledge to remain true to this oath.
