American Naturopathic

Medical Certification Board 

Code of Ethics

I will

• First do no harm.  Primum no nocere;

• Practice the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix natuae:

• Identify and treat the cause. Tolle causam;

• Treat the whole person. The multi factorial nature of health and disease;

• Practice prevention. Prevention is the best "cure";

• Not discriminate against clients or professionals based on race, religion, age, sex, handicaps, national ancestry, sexual orientation or economic conditions;

• Will become aware of and abide by any, and all state and local regulations as laws vary from one state to another;

• I do not diagnose illness, prescribe drugs or perform surgery;

• Promise not to exceed my scope of practice, either in abilities or by law;

• Promise to fulfill the necessary education on a continuing basis in order to advance my knowledge and skills as a natural health care provider;

• Strive to be objective in the treatments of clients and performance of duties, recognizing the rights of all persons, and my limitations;

• Distinguish clearly, between my statements and actions as an individual and as a representative of Natural Healthcare;

• Encourage policy, procedures and personal practices which will enable others to conduct themselves in accordance with the values, goals and objectives of the American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board;

• Provide full disclosure regarding the scope of my practice and my training and experience to clients;

• Keep all information about my clients in strictest confidence, and shall only divulge such information when required by law or when authorized by the client;

• Perform in a professional manner with proper respect for each client's dignity; I will not engage in inappropriate relationships or behavior with clients;

• Display current ANMCB Certificates and this Code of Ethics in a prominent position in the premises within easy viewing of the client;

• Constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself to my chosen profession.