Naturopathic Medicine may sound new to you, but it’s an old way of approaching health:  Naturopathic doctors aim to treat the root cause of illness and support the body’s inherent ability to heal through the following principles:

  • First Do No Harm

  • The Healing Power of Nature

  • Treat the Cause

  • Doctor as Teacher

  • Treat the Whole Person

  • Prevention

About Naturopathic Medicine

Accreditation

Naturopathic medicine is a healthcare profession that is regulated by federal accreditation and state licensing boards. To become licensed, naturopathic doctors (NDs) are required to graduate from an accredited four-year program and pass licensing board exams.

The scope of naturopathic practice varies among states. In the states of Oregon and New Mexico, where Dr. Rikoon is licensed, NDs can order laboratory tests, imaging, bill insurance, do injectable/intravenous therapy, and prescribe medications.