Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct system of primary care that addresses the root cause of illness or disease and promotes health and healing using natural therapies. Treating both acute and chronic conditions, naturopathic treatments are chosen based on the individual patient.
The primary goal of a naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of the illness rather than simply treating or suppressing symptoms. While naturopathic care helps to alleviate specific symptoms, ND's are primarily concerned with addressing the direct cause of illness. more...See more text
Michael Carozza was doing his master’s degree and well on his way to becoming a doctor or dentist when a chance encounter with a trail-blazing professor changed the direction of his life. Fast forward to the future and Dr. Mike, as his patients fondly call him, is now the dedicated owner of Vaughan Natural Care Clinic, where he specializes in naturopathic medical treatments.
While he was doing his MA research, he had the opportunity to work with one of the most eminent Canadian researchers in fish oil, otherwise known as Omega-3 fatty acids.
“I saw how taking this oil could reduce cardiovascular disease. It shocked me! It’s one thing reading about it but seeing it first-hand changed my entire perspective on health,” Dr. Mike says.
He immediately decided he wanted to bring his discoveries about health and diet to the wider public. “I studied at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and loved every minute. I am really grateful that I had this opportunity.”
