Depends what you consider to be a “real” doctor. We are NOT medical doctors (MDs). MDs and NDs have different medical training and models of care (however both professions require university educations prior to pursuing their medical studies). Naturopaths are medically-trained, licensed and regulated healthcare practitioners in Ontario who may use the protected title of “Naturopathic Doctor”. NDs provide patients with solutions in conjunction with, or as an alternative to the conventional pharmaceutical approach. We use thorough clinical intakes, physical examinations and diagnostic testing to find out the root cause to your health concerns. Naturopathic doctors must attend 8 years of post-secondary education and are required to pass rigorous examinations in order to be licensed to practice in Ontario.