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Naturopathic Physicians

SOC 29-1199.04

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases using a system of practice that is based on the natural healing capacity of individuals. May use physiological, psychological or mechanical methods. May also use natural medicines, prescription or legend drugs, foods, herbs, or other natural remedies.

8
Skills
8
Knowledge
5
Job Zone
No
Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension
4.1
Active Listening
4.1
Speaking
4.1
Critical Thinking
4.1
Social Perceptiveness
4.1
Judgment and Decision Making
4.0
Service Orientation
3.9
Writing
3.8

Knowledge Areas 8

Medicine and Dentistry
5.0
Psychology
4.7
Therapy and Counseling
4.5
Biology
4.3
Customer and Personal Service
4.0
English Language
3.9
Administration and Management
3.5
Clerical
3.4

Key Tasks

1Interview patients to document symptoms and health histories.
2Document patients' histories, including identifying data, chief complaints, illnesses, previous medical or family histories, or psychosocial characteristics.
3Administer, dispense, or prescribe natural medicines such as food or botanical extracts, herbs, dietary supplements, vitamins, nutraceuticals, and amino acids.
4Advise patients about therapeutic exercise and nutritional medicine regimens.
5Conduct physical examinations and physiological function tests for diagnostic purposes.

Also Known As

Doctor (Dr) Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Naturopath Naturopathic Doctor Naturopathic Oncology Provider Naturopathic Physician Physician

Tools & Equipment

Arthrocentesis syringes Automated external defibrillators AED Binocular light compound microscopes Blood drawing syringes Colonic irrigation sets

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