Questions we hear every week

The first visit is 60 to 90 minutes (in a two-part visit, up to 60 minutes with a registered nurse, then 30 minutes with the ND) and follow-ups are generally 30 or 45 minutes. In some cases testing or imaging is needed before your ND can reach a diagnosis. Your ND creates a written plan with you that fits your life.

Your first naturopathic visit can be done in two parts: a registered nurse completes your intake (health history, current concerns, medications and vital signs), then you continue with the naturopathic doctor, who goes over it with you, completes the assessment and works out a written plan with you. It usually means you can get in to see the ND sooner. See new patients.

Common reasons include fertility concerns, fatigue, digestive concerns such as IBS, mood and stress, hormonal concerns and pain. You don't need a diagnosis to book. See all services.

Yes. New patients coming for acupuncture can book a 45-minute visit that includes the assessment and the first session. This is at the clinic's discretion, as some concerns take longer to assess.

Yes, for adults and children. Dr. Jayden Dobson, ND sees patients by virtual visit only. See virtual visits.

Many extended health plans include naturopathic medicine; check your plan. We don't direct bill: you pay for the visit and submit the receipt to your insurer. See fees and insurance.

Yes, NDs can order testing. It isn't covered by Manitoba Health, so you pay the lab. Each test has its own fee. Prices vary widely depending on what's tested, but generally start around $75.

Naturopathic doctors take a full history, do physical exams, order lab testing and use natural therapies. In Manitoba, naturopathic doctors can't order imaging or prescribe medications.

No.

No. Naturopathic doctors are trained in homeopathy and may use it as one of several therapies, alongside nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, physical exams, reading test results, and herbs and supplements. Homeopaths are trained in homeopathy.

Dr. Erin Esau, ND offers traditional Chinese medicine (constitutional) acupuncture, based on a TCM assessment of the whole person, and dry needling of tight muscles and trigger points. See dry needling vs acupuncture.