Naturopathic Physicians & Acupuncturists

Current Challenges and Future Directions for Naturopathic Medicine in Australia

Naturopaths are an increasingly significant part of the healthcare sector in Australia, Yet despite their significant role there has been little research on this practitioner group. Currently the naturopathic profession in Australia is undergoing a period of rapid professional growth and change. However to date most research exploring the perceptions of naturopaths has been descriptive in nature and has focused on those in leadership positions rather than grassroots practitioners