About Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are licensed as primary care providers in Hawaii. We are trained as specialists in natural medicine. In our 4-year medical education, we receive similar diagnostic training and medical coursework taught in conventional medical schools, along with natural treatment modalities that support the body’s natural healing capabilities. NDs aim to find the root of the body’s imbalances, rather than just treating the symptoms.  The modalities we use include:

1. •Herbal medicine
   

2. •Homeopathy
   

3. •Lifestyle Counseling
   

4. •Bodywork
   

5. •Nutrition
   

6. •Hydrotherapy

First Do No Harm

Naturopathic medicine embraces the use of natural, gentle, safe treatments to minimize the risk of harmful side effects.

The Healing Power of Nature

Each of us has an inherent healing ability to restore and maintain our health. Naturopathic Doctors facilitate your body’s healing ability using natural therapies.

Find the Cause

Naturopathic physicians aim to find the underlying cause of disease rather than simply treating the symptoms and signs of the disease.

Treat the Whole Person

The organs and systems of the mind and body work together to bring about balance. As Naturopathic Doctors we strive to treat all aspects of the person to bring about true healing.

Prevention

Naturopathic Doctors seek to strengthen the body’s systems to prevent disease by providing lifestyle counseling, and dietary and exercise recommendations so you can live a healthy, happy life.

Physician as Teacher

Naturopathic physicians educate patients about their health and how to heal.  They empower and motivate their patients to take an active role in getting and staying well.

Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

With Good Health - All is Possible

Dr. Darrow M. Hand, ND