Issue 12, February 2007

Editor's Note - one committed citizen >>  

Naturopathic community honors renowned ND >>  

      Teacher, mentor, healer and philosopher, 1947-2007
       William A. Mitchell Jr., ND

CAM Expo East is almost here >>  

Your Questions Answered – What is common salary for an ND? >> 

Editor’s Note – One Committed Citizen I’m writing to you this month with both sadness and reverence, as I announce the tragic death of William A. Mitchell Jr., ND. To many, Dr. Mitchell will always represent the embodiment of the purest intentions of naturopathic medicine. A Bastyr University co-founder and National College alumnus, Dr. Mitchell was still teaching classes at Bastyr, was writing another textbook, and of course still treating patients in his naturopathic practice. You’ll have a chance to read more about the legacy left by Dr. Mitchell below. His passing brings to mind the infamous quote by anthropologist Margaret Mead: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Dr. Mitchell was a part of – and no doubt a leader of – such a group. On a completely unrelated note … you’ve been asking, and we have heard your questions. (How much do practicing NDs make anyway?) Don’t worry – you’re not the only one worried about paying off your student loans! We’ve taken time to review and compile some industry data from various sources, and have posted answers to your salary questions in this e-newsletter. To your health and your future, Coquina Deger Managing Editor, AANMC  Top of page

Naturopathic Community Honors Renowned ND

Teacher, mentor, healer and philosopher, 1947-2007
William A. Mitchell Jr., ND

The nation's – and indeed, the world's – natural medicine community is in mourning. Teacher, mentor, healer and philosopher, Dr. Mitchell left a profound yet very personal influence on naturopaths worldwide. Dr. Mitchell died on January 23, 2007, in Seattle, Wash. In the days following his death, many of his friends and colleagues wrote numerous expressions of their appreciation, their grief, and their gratitude for having known such an outstanding doctor and beloved man. We’ve shared just a few of these thoughts and memories here. Read more about Dr. Mitchell >>

CAMEXPO East is almost here

CAMEXPO East, the International Complementary and Natural Healthcare Conference and Expo, is almost here! Discover the latest trends, research, clinical trials and protocols in complementary, alternative and integrative healthcare.

This in-depth conference program is jointly sponsored by NYU Post-Graduate Medical School and The Continuum Center for Health and Healing, New York, NY, and will focus on six key areas:

• Functional Medicine
• Food-as-Medicine
• Pediatric Health
• Women's Health
• Traditional Healing
• Mind-Body Medicine

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the most influential leaders in integrative healthcare! Visit www.camexpoeast.com for more about the conference and keynote speakers. Register through AANMC and receive 25% off the Full Conference package (use code 9993). Or, take advantage of the free Keynote/Exhibit Hall pass with code 9996. Act now! Register today for CAMEXPO East.

Your Questions Answered

Today's question:
What is common salary for an ND?

Q: I am wondering about the salary of NDs because I don't want to be working just to pay my student loans back. I want to allow myself to help others without finances clouding my mind. Can you tell me what is common salary for an ND?

A: You address a very valid concern – salary. There exists a very wide income range among practicing NDs. (It’s important to note that many NDs are not salaried, but rather are self-employed.) The wide income range is largely due to personal choice and values/priorities; some opt to make financial wealth a higher priority, whereas others do not.

We’ve aggregated some industry data regarding typical salary ranges, for both new and established NDs, and also noted several significant factors known to impact an NDs income. To learn more, please read Your Questions Answered column.

And please, keep sending me your questions!
E-mail Coquina Deger at editor@aanmc.org.

Future Issue

Look forward to more alumni profiles next issue. We'll interview two pioneers of the profession, working in what some would consider non-traditional settings. And of course we'll answer more of your questions!