American Naturopathic
Medical Certification Board
Code of Ethics
I will
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First do no harm. Primum no nocere;
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Practice the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix natuae:
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Identify and treat the cause. Tolle causam;
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Treat the whole person. The multifactorial nature of health and disease;
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Practice prevention. Prevention is the best "cure";
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Not discriminate against clients or professionals based on race, religion, age, sex, handicaps, national ancestry, sexual orientation, or economic conditions;
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Become aware of and abide by any, and all state and local regulations as laws vary from one state to another;
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Not diagnose illness, prescribe drugs, or perform surgery;
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Promise not to exceed my scope of practice, either in abilities or by law;
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Promise to fulfill the necessary education on a continuing basis in order to advance my knowledge and skills as a natural health care provider;
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Strive to be objective in the treatments of clients and performance of duties, recognizing the rights of all persons, and my limitations;
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Distinguish clearly, between my statements and actions as an individual and as a representative of Natural Health Care;
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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;
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Provide full disclosure regarding the scope of my practice and my training and experience to clients;
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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;
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Perform in a professional manner with proper respect for each client's dignity; I will not engage in inappropriate relationships or behavior with clients;
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Display current ANMCB Certificates and this Code of Ethics in a prominent position in their premises within easy viewing of the patient;
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Constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself to my chosen profession.