Naturopathic Medicine

Introduction to Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct and comprehensive system of primary health care that emphasizes the body’s inherent ability to heal itself. Rooted in both traditional healing knowledge and modern scientific advancements, naturopathic medicine focuses on disease prevention, the treatment of root causes, and the promotion of holistic well-being through natural and non-invasive methods.

This field integrates a wide range of therapies, including clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, hydrotherapy, lifestyle counseling, mind-body techniques, and traditional healing systems. Naturopathic doctors are trained to view the patient as a whole—body, mind, and spirit—and to develop individualized treatment plans that align with the natural laws of healing.

Educational Objectives

To provide solid knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and biomedical sciences alongside natural therapeutic principles.
To equip students with diagnostic and therapeutic skills in holistic and personalized care.
To foster professional ethics, compassion, and a preventive approach to chronic diseases.
To promote evidence-based research in naturopathic and integrative medicine.

Core Therapeutic Modalities

Clinical Nutrition and Dietary Therapy
Botanical Medicine (Phytotherapy)
Detoxification and Constitutional Balance
Hydrotherapy
Manual Therapies (e.g., massage, naturopathic manipulations)
Mind-Body Medicine and Stress Reduction
Traditional Eastern and Western Natural Healing Techniques

Career Opportunities

Graduates of naturopathic medicine can work in a variety of settings such as holistic health clinics, integrative health centers, wellness retreats, educational institutions, research bodies, or independent private practice. They are also equipped to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in healthcare and develop community health or entrepreneurial initiatives in the natural health sector.

Advantages of Studying Naturopathic Medicine

A unique integration of ancient wisdom and modern science
Root-cause diagnosis and patient-centered treatment
A proactive and preventive approach to lifelong health
Opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship in holistic health

Quarter 1 (Prerequisite)

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P1901
General Chemistry
3
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P1902
General English Language I
2
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P1903
General Biology
3
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P1904
General Psychology
2
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P1905
Anatomy I
3
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P1906
Computer
3
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Quarter 2 (Basic Sciences)

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P1907
Clinical Biochemistry I
3
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P1908
General English Language II
3
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P1909
General Physiology
3
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P1910
Anatomy II
3
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P1911
Medical History
2
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P1912
Medical Ethics
2
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Quarter 3 (Basic Sciences)

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P1913
Epidemiology
3
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P1914
Immunology
3
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P1915
Immunology Laboratory
1
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P1916
Clinical Biochemistry II
3
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P1917
Anatomy III
3
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P1918
Genetics
3
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P1919
Medical Terminology I
3
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Quarter 4 (Basic Sciences)

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P1920
Microbiology
3
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P1921
Microbiology Laboratory
1
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P1922
Parasitology and Mycology
3
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P1923
Anatomy IIII
3
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P1924
Medical Terminology II
3
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P1925
Pharmacology I
3
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Quarter 5 (Basic Sciences)

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P1926
Research Methodology I
3
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P1927
Neuroanatomy
3
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P1928
General Nutrition
3
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P1929
Medical Terminology III
3
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P1930
Pharmacology II
3
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P1930
Environmental Health (Elective)
3
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Quarter 6 (Basic Sciences)

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P1931
Research Methodology II
3
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P1932
Pathological Laboratory Sciences
3
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P1933
Virology
3
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P1934
Hematology
3
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P1935
Hematology Laboratory
1
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P1936
Embryology
3
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P1937
Business Management
3
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Quarter 7 (Basic Sciences)

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P1938
Research Methodology III
3
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P1939
Medical Emergencies and Clinical Practice
4
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P1940
Ultrasound and Radiology (CT-MRI)
3
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P1941
Medical Semiology
3
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P1942
Oncology
3
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P1943
Medical law
2
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Quarter 8 (Pathophysiology)

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P1944
Urology and Nephrology
4
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P1945
Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology
4
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P1946
Pulmonary Pathophysiology
4
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P1947
Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
4
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P1948
Rheumatologic Pathophysiology (Elective)
4
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Quarter 9 (Pathophysiology)

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P1949
Endocrine and Metabolic Pathophysiology
4
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P1950
Renal Pathophysiology
4
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P1951
Dermatology
4
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P1952
Obstetrics and Gynecology
4
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P1953
Pediatrics
4
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Quarter 10 (Pathophysiology)

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P1954
Neurology Pathophysiology
4
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P1955
Surgical Diseases
4
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P1956
Clinical Care
4
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P1957
Psychiatric Disorders (Elective)
3
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P1958
Pathophysiology Webinar
4
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P1959
Clinical Internship in Private Practice
4
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Quarter 11 (Naturopathy)

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P1960
Medicinal Plants I
3
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P1961
Clinical Nutrition and Diet Therapy I
3
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P1962
Acupuncture I
3
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P1963
Manual Therapy I
3
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P1964
Principles and Philosophy of Homeopathy
3
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P1965
Principles of Medical Statistics
3
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Quarter 12 (Naturopathy)

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P1966
Medicinal Plants II
3
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P1967
Clinical Nutrition and Diet Therapy II
3
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P1968
Acupuncture II
3
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P1969
Manual Therapy II
3
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P1970
Basics of Chinese Medicine
3
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P1971
Hydrotherapy
3
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Quarter 13 (Naturopathy)

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P1972
Medicinal Plants III
3
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P1973
Medicinal Plants Lab
2
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P1974
Clinical Nutrition and Diet Therapy III
3
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P1975
Acupuncture III
3
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P1976
Manual Therapy III
3
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P1977
Basics of Persian Medicine
3
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P1978
Physiotherapy
3
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Quarter 14 (Naturopathy)

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P1979
Auriculotherapy
3
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P1980
Yomi-Ho-Therapy
3
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P1981
Ayurveda
3
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P1982
Naturopathic Assessment
3
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P1983
Iridology
3
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P1984
Community Health Assessment
3
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P1985
Neuroacupuncture
3
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Quarter 15 (Naturopathy)

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P1979
Thesis
10
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P1980
Internship Medical
5
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