The Vancouver Island Naturopathic Clinic Inc. is one of the largest Integrated Health Clinics on Vancouver Island. Our Naturopathic Doctors are licensed as  naturopathic health care physicians in B.C that can help you address both acute and chronic health concerns integrating Traditional and Pharmaceutical Medicines. Our Naturopathic Doctors adhere strongly to the Principles of Naturopathic Medicine utilizing both traditional and evidence based medicines in the prevention of illness & the diagnosis and treatment of disease. As a part of our comprehensive patient care, we also offer primary care services including physical exams, women's health exams including Pap tests/ HPV Testing, men's health exams, birth control counselling and comprehensive laboratory testing. Let us help you be the healthiest you can be.

Licensed Naturopathic Physicians have undertaken science-based undergraduate studies at a recognized university followed by four years of Naturopathic Medical School. After graduation, Naturopathic Doctors complete rigorous medical regulatory board examinations that are standardized across North America. In B.C. Naturopathic Doctors are licensed and regulated by the College of Complimentary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC). Our Naturopathic Physicians were one of first in B.C. to obtain prescriptive privileges.

Naturopathic Doctors work with you using natural and mainstream therapies to address your health concerns and help you maintain your best wellness. Naturopathic Doctor's may employ one or more of the following treatment methods when treating any given condition:

• botanical medicines
• clinical nutrition
• massage
• Traditional Chinese Medicine
• acupuncture
• spinal manipulations
• IV nutritional therapies
• naturopathic lifestyle counselling
• pharmaceutical medicines

Naturopathic Medicine is covered by most extended health care plans. We offer direct billing. Health gift certificates are available.

Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

The principles of Naturopathic Medicine are based on the objective observation of health and disease, and are continually reassessed in light of evolving scientific research. It is these principles that distinguish the profession of Naturopathic medicine from other medical approaches:

• First of all, to do no harm
• Act in cooperation with the Healing Power of Nature
• Address the fundamental cause of disease
• Heal the whole person through individualized treatment
• Teach the principles of healthy living and preventative medicine.

The scope of practice for Naturopathic medicine includes primary health care for all ages. Naturopathic doctors can help treat patients young to old focusing on preventive health, addressing both acute & chronic conditions.