What is a naturopathic doctor?

Naturopathic Doctors treat their patients- not just their conditions.  By  focusing on the cause of the illness, rather than only treating the symptoms, naturopaths work to establish a treatment plan  that restores balance and well being. 

Naturopathic training

Naturopathic doctors train similiar to MDs and DOs.  They attend a four year undergraduate program before applying to an accredited naturopathic medical school.  The doctorate program is a rigorous 4-5 years of study.

During the program, the student takes classes in basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, pharmacology, biochemistry, immunology, histology, microbiology and pathology. The student also takes several naturopathic classes including nutrition, botanicals, manipulations, hydrotherapy, homeopathy. Additional training can be obtained in naturopathic obstetrics.

The student enters clinic in their second year. By the time they graduate, this student  treats close to 1000 patients under the supervision of licensed naturopathic doctors.

More about Dr. Jennifer Ash

Jennifer grew up in the Olympia area and graduated from the Evergreen State College with a bachelors of science degree concentrating in chemistry and pre-medical studies.

She then completed a course at the Seattle Midwifery School to become a doula.

She graduated from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR with a degree in naturopathic medicine in 2005, completing training with many different doctors. She spent extra time studying pediatrics, geriatrics, homeopathy and women's health. www.ncnm.edu 

Dr. Ash practices at Heart of Wellness.

See more at www.heartofwellness.net