The Vitalism of Naturopathy (continued):

2008-03-16T11:34:00.000-07:00

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B.01.a.39. - AANP ND Schools (continued):

National College of Naturopathic Medicine / National College of Natural Medicine states:

['the trunk of the NA FNPLA naturopathic tree,' so to speak - the oldest FNPLA AANP AANMC etc. ND-granting school]

[in "The Naturopathic School"]

"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world. This is evidenced by its emphasis in treating disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing power of the body. Chosen methods of treatment respect this natural healing process";

[as 'naturopathic_school.php'](click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/academics/naturopathic_school.php)

(archived here,

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[as 'naturopathic-program.php'](click here,

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(archived here,

http://web.archive.org/web/20071119053010/http://www.ncnm.edu/academics-at-ncnm/naturopathic-program.php)[vsc 2010-07-25]

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ii.

[in "The School of Naturopathic Medicine"]

"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world. This is evidenced by its emphasis in treating disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing power of the body. Chosen methods of treatment respect this natural healing process";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/academic-programs/school-of-naturopathic-medicine.php)[vsc 2010-07-25]

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

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ii.

[in "2009-2010 Course Catalog"]

"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world and emphasizes the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing power of the body. Methods of treatment are chosen to respect the natural healing process […] the practice of promoting health through the stimulation of the vital force [p.024…] the healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [p.025…] HOM 510. Introduction to Homeopathy (2 lecture credits). This course introduces students to the principles and philosophy of classical homeopathy. Students will learn about vitalistic medicine, the history of vitalism, the vital force in health and disease, the nature of medicines, and ways to affect the vital force. Prerequisites: NPH 410 [which is ‘naturopathic medical history, philosophy, and therapeutics' p.035]";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/images/Publications/NCNM_Catalog_2009-2010.pdf)[vsc 2010-08-29]

iii.

[in '2006-2007, 2007-2008 catalog']

“naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world and emphasizes the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing power of the body. Methods of treatment are chosen to respect the natural healing process […] the practice of promoting health through the stimulation of the vital force [p.025…] the healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [p.026…] HOM 510. Introduction to homeopathy (2 lecture credits). This course introduces students to the principles and philosophy of classical homeopathy. Students will learn about vitalistic medicine, the history of vitalism, the vital force in health and disease, the nature of medicines, and ways to affect the vital force. Prerequisites: NPH 410 [which is ‘naturopathic medical history, philosophy, and therapeutics’ p.034]”;

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/admissions/2006-2007_catalog_ld.pdf)

(archived here,

http://web.archive.org/web/20060831055537/http://www.ncnm.edu/admissions/2006-2007_catalog_ld.pdf)[robots blocked]

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iv.

[in '2005-2006 catalog']

"promoting health through the stimulation of the vital force […] principles of naturopathic medicine. The practice of naturopathic medicine emerges from six principles of healing […] the principles serve as the distinguishing marks of the profession: the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae […] nature heals through the response of the life force [p.025…] first do no harm […] respect and cooperate with the vis medicatrix naturae in diagnosis, treatment, and counseling [p.026…] HOM 510. Introduction to homeopathy [...] students will learn about vitalistic medicine, the history of vitalism, the vital force in health and disease, the nature of medicines, and ways to affect the vital force. Prerequisites: NPH 410, CLS 510 [p.032]";

(click here,

https://ncnm.edu/admissions/2005-2006_catalog_ld.pdf)

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

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[in '2004-2005 catalog']

“president’s welcome letter […] our ND program is based upon five principles that create the foundation of the medicine, the first two capturing the essence of naturopathy: do no harm and act in cooperation with the healing power of nature, vis medicatrix naturae […] William J. Keppler, PhD. President and Professor of Public Health [p.009…] doctor of naturopathic medicine. Naturopathic medicine […] heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine […] promoting health through stimulation of the vital force [p.14…] principles of naturopathic medicine […] the distinguishing marks of the profession […] the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae […] nature heals though the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [p.015…] first do no harm […] respect and cooperate with the vis medicatrix naturae in diagnosis, treatment, and counseling [p.016…] HOM 510. Introduction to Homeopathy. (2 credit hours lecture). This course introduces students to the principles and philosophy of classical homeopathy. Students will learn about vitalistic medicine, the history of vitalism, the vital force in health and disease, the nature of disease, and ways to affect the vital force. Prerequisites: NPH 410, CLS 510 [p.027]”;

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/admissions/2004-2005_catalog.pdf)

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vi.

[in "Naturopathic Program: Principles of Healing"]

"the healing power of nature -- vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [...] the process of healing includes the generation of symptoms, which are, in fact, expressions of the life force attempting to heal itself [...] the practice of promoting health through stimulation of the vital force";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/academics/naturopathic_school_information.php#principles)

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(click here,

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(for a youtube.com slideshow of this {in part}, click here{00.01.36-00.02.37},

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0CGzsdLW2U)

vii.

[in "The NCNM Scope"{Spring 2005}]

“[President of the College states] naturopathic medicine [...our] methods of treatments are chosen to work with the patient’s vital force, respecting the intelligence of the natural healing process [...] NCNM honoring the healing power of nature [...] cooperate [with] and respect the healing power of nature (the first principle)”;

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/admissions/documents/ScopeSpring2005.pdf)

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viii.

[in "NCNM News"{spring 2004}]

"cancer care program at NCNM [...] treatments will combine the best in Chinese and naturopathic medicine while utilizing modalities designed to inspire the healing power of nature and the vital force";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/news_events/NCNM_News-Spring_2004-web.pdf)

(archived here,

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ix.

[in "Introduction to Naturopathic and Classical Chinese Medicine" {apparently a student paper by Myers, T. (MA ?)]

"nature cure [...] to stimulate the vital force that promotes the bodies natural defense mechanisms in protecting it against disease and combating illness [...] a catalyst to strengthen and lend deep assistance to an individual's inner will, and the resolve, or vital force at the foundation of character and personality [...] the treatment cycle is repeated for the purpose of supporting and enhancing the body's 'vital force,' one of hydrotherapy's primary benefits [...] 'the arrival of qi' (the vital force energy being summoned forth)";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/about/BriefHxNDCCM.pdf)

(archived here,

http://web.archive.org/web/20060507082245/http://www.ncnm.edu/about/BriefHxNDCCM.pdf)

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[in “Workshops, Classes & Seminars - Qigong and Taiji”]

"in our qigong classes, we teach therapeutic exercises to assist in stimulating and increasing the vital force, qi, toward healing";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/academics/workshops_classes_seminars.php)

(archived here,

http://web.archive.org/web/20060427050139/http://www.ncnm.edu/academics/workshops_classes_seminars.php)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

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xi.

[in the Peterson's Guide entry “Program Description: National College of Naturopathic Medicine”{“data last updated: 04/21/2006”}]

“naturopathic medicine is a science-based, vitalistic philosophy and practice rooted in the principle of vis medicatrix naturae, the healing power of nature […] as part of a supportive, close-knit community drawn together by the College’s mission, students pursue a vitalistically grounded [!] and rigorous academic clinical program. The College is authorized to grant the N.D. and M.S.O.M. degrees by the state of Oregon through the Office of Degree Authorization”;

(click here,

http://www.petersons.com/gradchannel/code/IDD.asp?orderLineNum=695677-1&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;inunId=31122&typeVC=ProgramVC&sponsor=1)

(click here,

http://oracle-web.petersons.com/ccc92/display_pdf?p_instance_id=145966.pdf)

xii.

[in "Continuing Education Credit Videos"]

"grand rounds […] GR98-0426, Deborah Frances, ND: Vitalism and the Botanical Prescriber, 1.5 hrs […] GR99-0419, Arlin Brown: Listening to the Vital Force While Prozac is Talking, or Homeopathy With Patients on Psychiatric Medications, 2hrs […] naturopathic philosophy lectures […] NP-1106 […] NP00-1006 […] NP00-1013 […] Satya Ambrose, ND LAc: Conserving and Maintaining Vitality – Qi Tonics, 2 hrs […] NP99-0521, Dr. Jim Sensenig, ND: Maintaining a Vitalistic Perspective in Clinical Practice, 2 hrs";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/academics/video_library.pdf)(robots blocked)

xiii.

[in "Student Handbook 2004-2005"]

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/student_services/2004-2005_student_handbook.pdf)[vsc 2010-07-25][robots blocked]

xiv.

[in "The NCNM Connection"(2009 Winter/Spring)]

"upcoming events [...] Earth, Herbs, Water, Fire, Air: A Practical Exploration of Naturopathic Vitalism. Friday – Sunday, July 3-5. Presented by Drs. Sussanna Czeranko, Glen Nagel, Cathy Rogers & Maurie Werness";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/images/Publications/winter-spring-09-newsletter.pdf)[vsc 2010-07-25]

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

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xv.

[in "Deborah Frances, ND. Adjunct Faculty]

"practice is based on the vitalistic principles fundamental to naturopathic medicine";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/faculty-directory/faculty-directory/d-to-g/frances_d-bio.php)[vsc 2010-07-25]

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

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xvi.

[in "National College of Natural Medicine Commencement 2010"]

"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world. This is evidenced by its emphasis in treating disease through the stimulation, enhancement and support of the inherent healing power of the body. Chosen methods of treatment respect this natural healing process";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/images/pdf/Grad_program_2010.pdf)[vsc 2010-07-25]

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

http://web.archive.org/web/*/http://www.ncnm.edu/images/pdf/Grad_program_2010.pdf)

xvii.

[in "National College of Natural Medicine 2008-2009 Viewbook"]

"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world. This is evidenced by its emphasis in treating disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing power of the body. Chosen methods of treatment respect this natural healing process";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/images/Publications/Viewbook_2008.pdf)[vsc 2010-07-25]

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,

http://web.archive.org/web/*/http://www.ncnm.edu/images/Publications/Viewbook_2008.pdf)

xviii.

[in "Principles of Healing"]

"the practice of naturopathic medicine emerges from six principles of healing [...#1] the healing power of nature, vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process [...#3] first do no harm, primum no nocere. The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms, which are, in fact, expressions of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complementary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician’s actions can support or antagonize the actions of vis medicatrix naturae [...] the practice of promoting health through stimulation of the vital force";

(click here,

http://www.ncnm.edu/academic-programs/about-naturopathic-medicine.php)[vsc 2010-08-29]

(archived here,

)

(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)

Appendix B.01.a.39. - Naturo. VFS - AANP ND Schools [NCNM]:

The Vitalism of Naturopathy (continued):