Module Descriptions
Module 1: Course Number 700
INTRODUCTION TO NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of primary health care—an art, a science,
a philosophy and a practice of diagnosing, treating and preventing disease. In this
course, you will learn about the history of naturopathy. Emphasis is placed on the
founders and leaders in the field of naturopathy, as well as related scientific
advances, discoveries and foundations. At the end of the course, students will understand
how traditional and alternative medicine techniques are bridged into naturopathic
medicine.
Module 2: Course Number 705
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND HOMEOPATHY
This class explores the fundamentals of integrative and homeopathic medicine and
how to treat disease by integrating the allopathic, homeopathic, naturopathic and
physical medicine aspects of the treatment of human disease entities. Students will
learn that homeopathic medicine is a scientific method of medical treatment that
stimulates the body’s own healing processes in order to cure illnesses. Homeopathy
is based on the discovery that a substance can cure symptoms similar to those it
can cause by variations in the amount of substance ingested. In addition, students
will be introduced to the concept of homotoxicology.
Module 3: Course Number 706
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE II
In this module, the student
will learn about advanced homeopathic and homotoxicologic preparations, formularies,
combinations, dosages and administration for prescription homeopathic remedies in
a problem-based approach to facilitate clinical thinking skills.
Module 4: Course Number 710
PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
This course will
provide the student with the knowledge, theory and techniques for rehabilitation
as they apply to various body systems. Case studies will help the student analyze
patient symptoms and findings to appropriately formulate treatment options. This
course will also include hands-on instruction for various soft tissue and joint
injection techniques.
Module 5: Course Number 715
FAMILY PRACTICE
This course presents clinical symptoms,
signs and etiologies along with diagnostic procedures and treatment of illnesses
common to the family practitioner. A review of the major organ systems and differentiation
of diseases will be presented. This course will also provide an understanding of
the proper management of patient care incorporating consultations with medical specialists.
Module 6: Course Number 720
PEDIATRICS AND IMMUNOLOGY
This course presents the growth and development of the child from newborn through
adolescence and the differential diagnoses associated with common diseases that
affect this age group. The importance of the proper collection, interpretation and
use of laboratory tests with special emphasis on that related to the pediatric patient
will also be addressed. This course also covers select immunologic concerns from
an etiological standpoint. In addition, the cost effectiveness in public health
with the obvious connection to child immunizations will be addressed.
Module 7: Course Number 725
GERIATRICS, INFECTIOUS DISEASES & PUBLIC HEALTH
This course consists of extensive study in the environmental, industrial, communicable
& hereditary diseases of our time with emphasis on symptoms, clinical outcomes,
treatment and prevention. This course also includes health administration laws and
regulations as well as the major causes of mortality in the US population. Health
problems of the elderly with emphasis on gastrointestinal and genitourinary disorders
commonly seen in the family practice setting are also covered. In addition, case
studies are presented of pathological conditions including terminal outcomes.
Module 8: Course Number 730 EMERGENCY MEDICINE This course presents the knowledge
necessary to recognize and manage life-threatening conditions. A concise overview
of in-office and field emergencies will be addressed. The student will gain the
skills to competently manage the scene of an emergency. This course will also include
hands-on instruction for wound care and suturing techniques.
Module 9: Course Number 735
CARDIO-PULMONARY MEDICINE
Cardiovascular and respiratory disorders are presented including etiology, symptoms,
treatment and outcomes. Emphasis is presented in various differential diagnoses.
The use and interpretation of the EKG and pulmonary function testing in the family
practice is presented in a hands-on format during the in-class sessions of this
course.
Module 10: Course Number 740
PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS I
This course will provide students with an introduction of pharmacology, over-the-counter
products and prescription drugs with classification of registered legend and drug
schedules. Students will learn the chemical composition, action, absorption, excretion
and toxicity of natural and synthetic substances along with how their physical interaction
controls disease and promotes health. In addition, emphasis will be placed on how
the family practitioner functions within federal regulatory guidelines.
Module 11: Course Number 741
PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS II
In this class students will learn the chemical composition, action, absorption,
excretion and toxicity of natural and synthetic substances along with how their
physical interaction controls disease and promotes health. Commonly prescribed medical
formulary applications are illustrated with protocols for routinely seen problems
involving inflammatory, degenerative and disease conditions as presented during
the appropriate course instruction.
Module 12: Course Number 742
PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS III
This course will continue the functional raining of the practitioner in the use
of pharmaceutical agents with presentation by pharmaceutical category. The student
will continue the work begun in Course 741 and complete the study of agents appropriate
to family primary care practice. There will be a specific emphasis toward the agents
that are most cost effective and also most clinically safe and effective.
Module 13: Course Number 743
PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS IV – INJECTIBLE THERAPIES
In this course, students will learn how to prescribe dosages of natural and synthetic
preparations including the use of herbs, vitamins, supplements, minerals, and pharmacologic
agents with utilization and combinations of appropriate substances for the treatment
of disease in patients through subcutaneous, intramuscular or intravenous applications.
A review of basic biochemistry with regard to concentrations of intravenous solutions,
buffering and molarity will be undertaken as well as an exhaustive exposition of
the complications, precautions and adverse reactions to IV therapies including anaphylaxis
and concurrent treatments. Also the precautions to and methods of injections and
IV therapies will be included.
Module 14: Course Number 745
NUTRITIONAL AND BOTANICAL MEDICINE
Holistic medicine comprises many specialties. Nutrition and botanical medicine is
among the growing leaders in preventative medicine. In this course, students will
study advanced nutrition, including herbology and vitamin therapy; deficiency-related
diseases; interactions with pharmaceutical preparations; laboratory findings; and
treatment protocols.
Module 15: Course Number 750
ORTHOPEDICS & NEUROLOGY
This course will present the knowledge and skills necessary in managing common orthopedic
conditions. Particular attention is focused on the diagnosis and initial management
of orthopedic disorders commonly seen by the family practitioner. This course will
also present an understanding of the etiology, clinical course and prognosis of
nervous system dysfunction resulting from congenital or genetic anomalies, acute
or chronic diseases and traumatic injuries.
Module 16: Course Number 755
AMBULATORY SURGERY I
The basis and methodology of ambulatory surgery are presented for the family practitioner
with emphasis on surgeries and suturing of superficial structures and tissues. Concepts
involving the history, economics, standards of care, components used, anesthesia,
and scrub techniques will be discussed and practiced.
Module 17: Course Number 756
AMBULATORY SURGERY II
Specific applications of the concepts taught in Course 755 will be explored and
discussed, with practical demonstrations of the techniques and instrumentation necessary
to perform various ambulatory surgical procedures within the family practice office.
Module 18: Course Number 760
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
This course of study presents clinical symptoms, etiology and anatomy of various
gynecological conditions relating to family practice. Natural childbirth, menstruation,
pregnancy and complications, sexually transmitted diseases, age-related diseases
and common examination procedures are covered. This course also includes hands-on
instruction during the in-class sessions of gynecological examinations.
Module 19: Course Number 761
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY CLINICAL PROCEDURES
This course consists of an extensive overview of blood, urine, body fluid and tissue
specimen analysis as it pertains to the family doctor for the female patient. The
approach to these laboratory procedures is presented in a hands-on supervised format
during the in-class sessions.
Module 20: Course Number 765
DIET THERAPY
Disease is a response of the human body to foreign matter and health is influenced
by what people consume. Diet therapy is an integral part of health care management.
The naturopathic doctor must understand nutritional needs and deficiencies and how
they correlate to symptoms and ailments. Some of the leading causes of death in
the USA are linked to diet therapy. In this course, the instructor will correlate
essential nutrients, digestion, elimination, glycemic reactions, obesity, malnutrition,
and laboratory analysis with dietary therapeutic recommendations.
Module 21: Course Number 770
ORIENTAL MEDICINE I
This course will present an understanding of the history, theory and clinical aspects
of basic Chinese acupuncture. The student will explore the various meridians and
their points, in addition to the differing applications of treatment. The course
will be presented through lectures, demonstrations and hands-on sessions to help
the student gain the skills necessary to integrate Chinese acupuncture into a clinical
setting.
Module 22: Course Number 771
ORIENTAL MEDICINE II
This course covers the formulation, use and pharmacologic aspects of Chinese herbs
and botanical medicines. Case studies and clinical scenarios will help students
learn how to alter disease states and improve health through the use and combinations
of traditional Oriental Medicine in an integrated approach with allopathic methods.
Module 23: Course Number 775
PSYCHOLOGICAL & BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS
The history of psychology and principles of treatment of patients with behavior
disorders are presented for the family practitioner with emphasis on concepts and
issues such as death, anxiety, substance abuse, depression, child and adult abuse,
domestic violence, human sexuality and divorce.
Module 24: Course Number 780
JURISPRUDENCE
The healthcare practitioner must act in compliance with many federal and state rules
and regulations. Jurisprudence and medical ethics is a vital course of instruction
for the future naturopathic medical doctor. This course illustrates the provider’s
role and responsibilities in medical records, documentation, patient rights, issues
on death and dying, abuse, medical malpractice. In addition, an overview of the
complexities of health care law is presented.
Module 25: Course Number 785
NATUROPATHIC CORRELATIONS
I The naturopathic physician must correlate the information garnered by many types
of medical testing into a unified plan of action based on the naturopathic model
of healthcare. This information must then be utilized to form a coherent and effective
plan of treatment for the patient. This course is designed to complete the inculcation
of this information and the available treatment options into naturopathic philosophy
and models of healthcare delivery. This course is the lynchpin of naturopathic education
in this program.
Module 26: Course Number 786
NATUROPATHIC CORRELATIONS II – HOSPITAL ISSUES
Information garnered from physical testing must be incorporated into the complete
care of the patient from a naturopathic standpoint. This course is designed to further
inculcation of naturopathic philosophies into presently existing common models of
healthcare delivery including the hospital setting. It will further the understanding
of the naturopathic physician to the inter-connection between therapeutic models
and resolving the apparent differences therein.
Module 27: Course Number 787
NATUROPATHIC CORRELATIONS III – HOSPITAL PROCEDURES
The naturopathic physician wishing to be allowed to practice within the hospital
setting must be able to function smoothly within those parameters. This course is
designed to allow the student to perform the procedures necessary in critical care.
This course will be facilitated by the use of advanced programmable medical mannequins
and will be held at campuses with that capability