Maryland Natural Medicine FAQs

Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct profession of primary healthcare that integrates the science of contemporary, evidence based medicine with the wisdom of traditional healing methods. Naturopathic Medicine is governed by the following principles:

In order to clearly establish patient expectations and keep costs as low as possible, our practice is based on packages.

Outside of package prices, our rate is $250/hour and is billed on 15 min increments.

Although I'd be happy to assist with insurance requests, it is currently not possible in the state of Maryland. I will be happy to provide proof of medical costs that may be submitted to your insurance company to request coverage. Most people find that natural medicine can be used as a tax deduction. Overall, natural medical care is much less expensive than conventional care when considering, copay, insurance costs, prescription costs, and cumulative care costs.

We do not see people for acute care cases. We recommend you see your primary care physician or go to the emergency room for acute care.

Our program is much more than the laxative based, “colon cleanses” available in health food stores or the juice fasts found online.

The primary difference in our program is that we address numerous detoxification pathways (liver, kidney, gi, skin, mental/emotional), while simultaneously attempting to decrease inflammation in your body. This is accomplished in a number of ways:





			Frequently Asked Questions What is Naturopathic Medicine? Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct profession of primary healthcare that integrates the science of contemporary, evidence based medicine with the wisdom of traditional healing methods. Naturopathic Medicine is governed by the following principles: The Six Principles of Naturopathic Medicine The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Nature) The human body has an innate ability to heal. Naturopathic Physicians work to facilitate this natural process in order to restore health. Identify and Treat the Causes (Tolle Causam) Naturopathic medicine seeks to find and address the root cause of disease rather than simply suppress the symptom picture. First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere) Hippocrates’ was the first to instruct physicians to “First do no harm”. Naturopathic physicians use medicinal substances and therapeutic methods that minimize the risk of harmful side effects. Doctor as Teacher (Docere) The Latin root for doctor, Docere, means “to teach”. Naturopathic physicians educate and empower the patient to take control of their health through sensible self care. Treat the Whole Person The existence of every person is comprised of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and environmental components. In order for health to prevail over disease, these factors must remain balanced. Naturopathic physicians recognize that all factors must be taken into consideration in order to successfully and completely restore health. Prevention Preventive medicine is the best way to ensure health. Naturopathic physicians assess individual risk factors and disease susceptibility in order to prevent disease. What is a Naturopathic Physician? Naturopathic physicians (ND’s) are primary care providers who have graduated with a doctorate degree from an accredited four year naturopathic medical school. Naturopathic medical schools have admission requirements and coursework comparable to those of conventional medical schools. Naturopathic Medical students complete the same basic and clinical science courses as conventional medical students. In addition to this standard medical curriculum, ND’s study clinical nutrition, counseling, homeopathic medicine, botanical medicine, physical medicine, exercise therapy, and hydrotherapy. Naturopathic Physicians are licensed and board-certified through rigorous national and state board examinations. For more information visit the American Association for Naturopathic Physicians website. What Can Naturopathic Medicine Do For Me? Depending on your health goals, Naturopathic Medicine can help you lose weight, increase your energy, overcome emotional blockages, improve numbers on standard blood tests and a variety of other things. It’s also common for people to have their skin improve, look younger and get their vibrant ‘glow’ back. As your health improves using basic healing principles of nature, many people find that many other aspects of their life improve as well. How much does it cost to come see you? In order to clearly establish patient expectations and keep costs as low as possible, our practice is based on packages. Outside of package prices, our rate is $250/hour and is billed on 15 min increments. Do you accept insurance? Although I'd be happy to assist with insurance requests, it is currently not possible in the state of Maryland. I will be happy to provide proof of medical costs that may be submitted to your insurance company to request coverage. Most people find that natural medicine can be used as a tax deduction. Overall, natural medical care is much less expensive than conventional care when considering, copay, insurance costs, prescription costs, and cumulative care costs. Do you see acute patients? We do not see people for acute care cases. We recommend you see your primary care physician or go to the emergency room for acute care. What do I need to do go get started as a patient? Please see How To Get Started. What makes your detoxification program different from others out there? Our program is much more than the laxative based, “colon cleanses” available in health food stores or the juice fasts found online. The primary difference in our program is that we address numerous detoxification pathways (liver, kidney, gi, skin, mental/emotional), while simultaneously attempting to decrease inflammation in your body. This is accomplished in a number of ways: A modified elimination diet - designed to reduce and identify food allergies as a possible source of inflammation, and to help give the gastrointestinal system a break from our everyday diet. Inflammation is now considered a source of all disease. Comprehensive supplementation - designed to support detoxification of the liver, gall bladder and colon, as well as safe detoxification of the cells. Emotional support and exercises - to help unwind our normal patterns of stress and mental toxicity, which contribute to our toxic burden In short, our well rounded program was designed around scientific principles and is supported by the clinical results it achieves. Further details about the detoxification program can be found here. (link to Detox page)