Find a local Healthcare Practitioner in your area

Few traditional (allopathic) doctors are knowledgeable about vitamins, minerals, nutrition, or herbal medicine. We are glad that you are using this resource to assist you in your search for a qualified professional.

Here are several sites to help you find a licensed health care providers. Both traditional and “alternative” are familiar with supplements of various kinds. These sites also provide a wealth of information on new perspectives on health and medicine.

Physicians

American Association for Health Freedom (formerly American Preventive Medical Association): Members of the American Association for Health Freedom approach health from a comprehensive perspective, utilizing preventive medical techniques and less-invasive, more natural methods of patient management. APMA’s website includes three resources for finding a practitioner.
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP): A licensed naturopathic physician (ND) is educated in the same basic sciences as an MD but also studies holistic and nontoxic approaches to therapy with a strong emphasis on disease prevention and optimizing wellness. The ND curriculum includes clinical nutrition, acupuncture, homeopathic medicine, botanical medicine, psychology, and counseling. Website of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians includes a searchable index for finding an ND.
American Association of Oriental Medicine (AAOM): Originally formed in 1981 as “the unifying force for American acupuncturists who are committed to ethical, high educational standards,” the American Association of Oriental Medicine says its members “are regarded as the highest qualified practitioners of Oriental medicine in the United States.” The website lists books, schools of Oriental medicine, and its members by state.
American College For Advancement In Medicine (ACAM): The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) was founded in 1973 as a medical society dedicated to educating physicians in the latest findings and emerging procedures in complementary and alternative medicine. Site includes a searchable listing of ACAM physicians, relevant books for sale, and links to other websites.
American Holistic Medical Association (AHMA): The practice of holistic medicine integrates conventional and alternative therapies to prevent and treat disease, and most importantly, to promote optimal health. This American Holistic Medical Association website contains a searchable “doctor finder” to help consumers find local practitioners.

Nutritionists

American Dietetic Association (ADA): The American Dietetic Association is the nation’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ADA serves the public by promoting optimal nutrition, health and well-being.

Herbalists

American Herbalists Guild (AHG): The American Herbalists Guild was founded in 1989 as a non-profit, educational organization to represent the goals and interests of herbalists. It is the only peer-review organization for professional herbalists specializing in the medicinal use of plants. AHG membership consists of professionals, general members (including students) and benefactors.