Naturopathic Medicine
Addresses the underlying cause of illness and promotes the body’s ability to heal itself.
Meet Dr. Todd Bisaillon, ND
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Todd Bisaillon completed his four year Doctor of Naturopathy degree at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine located in Toronto, Ontario. He is committed to working collaboratively with you to reach your specific health and wellness goals through individualized treatment plans. By identifying the root cause of illness, he works with you to implement interventions that, restore and optimize your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Interventions such as lifestyle & nutritional counselling, herbal medicine, traditional Chinese medicine which includes acupuncture and nutritional supplementation, he will help you attain your specific health goals. Born and raised in Sudbury, he enjoys spending time outdoors, leading an active lifestyle and finding balance by relaxing with friends and loved ones. He is motivated to serve his community by providing a safe space and an inclusive practice.
Dr. Todd is a professional member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND). He is also in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).
What to Expect
Naturopathic medicine is a system of primary health care that uses natural therapies to treat, prevent, and diagnose disease. The primary goal of naturopathic medicine is to address the causes of illness rather than simply treating or suppressing the symptoms. A Naturopathic Doctor (ND) assesses the whole person – taking into consideration physical, mental, and emotional aspects of an individual when developing a customized treatment plan.
Your first and second appointments with our Naturopathic Doctor are up to 60 minutes in length. During these visits, the naturopath will take an extensive health history, perform a physical exam, and order any appropriate diagnostic tests. A personalized treatment plan (including dietary and lifestyle suggestions as well as natural treatments such as acupuncture or herbal medicines) will then be proposed to help facilitate your healing process. Subsequent visits (typically 30 minutes) allow the Naturopathic Doctor to monitor your progress and make any necessary changes to your treatment plan.
Pricing for Naturopathic Health Care
Naturopathic Medicine is covered under most extended health care plans.
Pricing for Adult Visits*
$220.00
$180.00
$95.00
Follow-up Treatment (60 min)
$180.00
Meet-and Greet (15 min)
$0.00
Pricing for Child Visits*
$150.00
$100.00
Pricing for Additional Treatments*
- Acupuncture Session (30 min)
$85.00
- Cosmetic Acupuncture Session (60 min)
$130.00
- LED Light Therapy for Acne (15 min)
$70.00
- LED Light Therapy for Acne (20 min)
$80.00
*Important Notes:
- Naturopathic visits are exempt from HST.
- Fees for supplements and laboratory testing are additional.
- Day and evening appointments are available.
- Missed appointments or cancellations with less than 24 hours notice will be billed to your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are Naturopathic Doctors trained?
Naturopathic doctors obtain comprehensive and rigorous training in an educational structure that is similar to that of medical doctors. Naturopathic Doctors receive a minimum of 7 years of post-secondary education; this includes 3 years of pre-medical university studies combined with 4 years of full-time schooling at an approved college of naturopathic medicine. In Canada, there are two accredited colleges of naturopathic medicine – the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto Ontario and the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.
The four-year naturopathic program incorporates the following:
- Basic Medical Sciences – e.g., anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, microbiology, and pathology
- Clinical Sciences – e.g., differential, laboratory, and physical diagnosis
- Naturopathic Therapies – e.g., nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and homeopathy
- 1500 Hours of Supervised Clinical Experience
Following the completion of the program, Naturopathic Doctors must successfully complete licensing exams (known as Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examinations or NPLEX) in order to qualify for licensing to practice in Ontario. NPLEX is the standard examination used by all regulated provinces and states across North America.
Are Naturopathic Doctors regulated in Ontario?
Yes. Naturopathic Doctors are governed under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 (RHPA). This same legislation regulates 25 other health professions, some of which include chiropractors, dentists, and medical doctors.
Is naturopathic medicine covered by OHIP?
How can I tell if someone is qualified as a Naturopathic Doctor?
The College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO) has a registry that lists all licensed Naturopaths in Ontario. This registry can be found at www.collegeofnaturopaths.on.ca
In addition, the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) can also be contacted to verify if a ND is licensed. The OAND can be reached at 1-877-628-7284 or www.oand.org.
What is the difference between a Naturopathic Doctor and a Medical Doctor?
What is the difference between a naturopath and a homeopath?
Naturopathic Doctors are general practitioners of natural medicine. Depending on a patient’s health needs, a Naturopathic Doctor may include homeopathy in an individualized treatment plan but it is only one of many treatment methods that ND’s are trained to use. Homeopaths are trained solely in homeopathy and do not use other methods.
Will herbs interact with my prescription medications?
Certain herbs and nutrients can have adverse effects when combined with prescription medications. Your Naturopathic Doctor is aware of the interactions and will avoid all known interactions when prescribing your supplements. However, it is essential that you provide your Naturopathic Doctor with a list of all current medications as well as any allergies.