About Us

Naturopathic Medicine is a unique primary health care system that combines modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural medicine. It is based on the healing power of nature and the ability of the body to heal itself when supported and stimulated.

Naturopathic Doctors, or NDs, are primary health care physicians trained in natural medicine. They are trained in Clinical Nutrition, Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Supplementation, Botanical Medicine, Homeopathy and Lifestyle Counseling.

In order to become a Naturopathic doctor, students must first obtain an undergraduate education from an accredited University with a focus on various science pre-requisites, including biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and psychology. Prospective students must then apply and be accepted to one of four diploma-granting institutions in North America. The Naturopathic medical curriculum is an incredibly rigorous four-year full-time program, involving extensive study of traditional medical sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology, in addition to natural healing methodologies like diet & nutrition, Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture, botanical/herbal medicine, vitamins/supplements and homeopathy. Licensed Naturopathic Doctors must write and pass two sets of North American Standardized Board Examinations and fulfill others continuing education credits to be able to register as part of a governing Provincial body.

A Naturopathic Doctor has graduated from a four-year graduate level accredited naturopathic college after completing a minimum of 3 years of pre-medical studies. A Naturopathic Doctor is educated in all of the basic sciences but also studies holistic and nontoxic approaches. A licensed ND belongs to a regulatory body that oversees standards of practice, complaints and discipline. Naturopathic doctors must have malpractice insurance and practice ethically and professionally. Although the terms are often erroneously used interchangeably, the term naturopath refers to a non-medically trained natural health provider, often from correspondence/long distance programs or short-term naturopathy schools. It is common for naturopaths to practice in unregulated provinces such as Nova Scotia.

Training and treatment. Naturopathic Doctors are general practitioners in natural medicine. They receive a minimum of 3 years pre-medical training at University, then 4 years at an accredited naturopathic medical college. They are primary health care practitioners using a variety of therapies in their treatment. An ND may use homeopathy, botanical medicine, physical medicine, traditional Chinese medicine & acupuncture and clinical nutrition or a combination of any of these to treat the patient. In Nova Scotia, you are legally required to have passed this rigorous training, in addition to North American Standardized Board Exams, to be able to use the term Naturopathic Doctor and be registered as part of NSAND (Nova Scotia Association of Naturopathic Doctors). See www.nsand.ca for more information.

Naturopathic Medicine is not covered by MSI at present. But most extended health care plans cover naturopathic visits. Call your health plan provider (private plan through your employer) and find out your particular coverage for naturopathic medicine. Our clinic is set up to direct bill Blue Cross. For all other insurance companies, you may submit on your own using the receipt we provide for you upon payment. 

When you visit an ND they will take an extensive health history, do a physical examination, review your medications and evaluate laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging.

No you don’t need a referral.

Call (902) 542-5560 or email info@wolfvillehealth.com to make an appointment. Link to First Appointments.

There is ample parking right at the clinic location, including one accessible parking spot.

We are pleased to be in a fully accessible building, with an accessible spot in the parking lot.

Any supplements that were prescribed for you and dispensed from the clinic can be refilled by calling to arrange for pick-up during regular business hours (902) 542-5560.

We require the courtesy of 24 hours notice for cancellations. The time slot you had reserved was set aside specifically for you and we may not be able to fill it late notice. This said, we understand that life can sometimes be unpredictable. Please re-book your missed appointment right away to avoid any missed appointment fees.