These rules and regulations are promulgated pursuant to the authority conferred under section. 23-16.2-5 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, as amended, and are established for the purpose of. adopting minimum standards for licensure of clinical laboratories and for the protection of the health, safety and welfare of the public.
What is a Naturopathic Doctor? Naturopathic physicians combine the wisdom of nature with the rigors of modern science. Steeped in traditional healing methods, principles and practices, naturopathic medicine focuses on holistic, proactive prevention and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment.
The practice of holism is very simple: it treats the body as a whole. A holistic doctor attempts to treat the condition, rather than the symptoms of the condition. In human terms, for example, a holistic doctor treating a case of heartburn may recommend diet changes instead of an antacid.