The PhD in Herbal Medicine is a specialized program developed for the student seeking an
advanced comprehensive education based in the philosophy of natural and integrated medicine.
Graduates in the Doctor of Philosophy program will demonstrate content knowledge,
pedagogical, and professional knowledge necessary for successful performance in their field.
Students gain a scientific foundation for understanding the vast world of natural and integrated
medicine. They learn to evaluate new studies and research and determine scientific validity,
applicability and protocols. They have the skills to translate this knowledge into meaningful,
accessible information in diverse fields. Students develop advanced skills in creating innovative
health and wellness protocols. A student will be required to write and defend their dissertation
before our dissertation committee.
Module I:
- HM 402 Naturopathic Practice
- HM 403 Naturopathic Pediatrics
- HM 502 Naturopathic Practice II
- HM 518 Naturopathic Womens Health
Module II:
- HM 501 Homeopathy II
- HM 503 Physical Examination & Diagnosis
- HM 507 Functional Medicine
- PHM 608 Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology
Module III:
- HM 504 Integrated Medical Lab Analysis
- HM 410 Ethics in HealthcareHM800 Adv. Research Methodology
- HM808 Adv. Research & Study of Alternative Medicine
- HM812 The current Research and Study of Herbal Medicine in the world.
Dissertation
Recommended text:
What's The Remedy For That?: The Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday SelfCare Without Drugs Kindle Edition by Kathleen K. Fry MD CTHHom. (Author)
The Complete Guide to Homeopathy: The Principles and Practice of Treatment (Natural Care
Handbook) Hardcover – 3 May 2001 by Andrew Lockie (Author), Nicola Geddes (Author)
ISBN-10: 0751312088
ISBN-13: 978-0751312089
Modern Herbal Medicine Paperback – March 17, 2014 by Steven Horne (Author), Thomas
Easley (Author)
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ISBN-13: 978-1890855215
The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know About Chinese, Western, and
Ayurvedic Herbal Treatm ents Paperback – July 1, 2001 by Alan Keith Tillotson Ph.D. (Author)
ISBN-10: 1575666170
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Secrets of Native American Herbal Remedies: A Comprehensive Guide to the Native American
Tradition of Using Herbs and the Mind/Body/Spirit Connection for Improving Health and Wellbeing Paperback – June 4, 2001 by Anthony J. Cichoke (Author)
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ISBN-13: 978-1583331002
The Book of Oriental Medicine: A Complete Self-Treatment Guide Paperback– October 1, 2012
by Clive Witham (Author)
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ISBN-13: 978-184409604
