Naturopathy

NATUROPATHY. INITIATIVE. Requires persons practicing as naturopathic physicians, naturopaths, and physical therapists to hold state license. Establishes Board of Naturopathic Examiners empowered to grant licenses, to examine license applicants, to accredit naturopathic colleges, to grant qualifying certificates to specialists and issue reciprocity certificates. Defines scope of practice and fixes minimum educational requirements for naturopathic physicians, naturopaths, and physical therapists. Authorizes suspension or revocation of licenses for unprofessional conduct. Entitles licensed naturopathic physicians to equal privileges with other physicians in clinics, hospitals, and public health facilities and to sign medical reports and certificates required by law