Naturopathic Doctor of Medical: Naturopaths are trained specialist, which uses non-invasive natural medicine. They are not orthodox medical doctors, (M.D.s).Naturopaths, are conventionally trained in subjects such as anatomy, physiology, Biblical counseling, dietary evaluations, nutrition, aromatherapy, herbology, acupressure, homeopathy, iridology, exercise therapy, and other natural health therapies. Christian naturopaths study the traditional, natural health techniques with an emphasis on Biblical knowledge and prayer.Naturopaths tailor the healing modality to the needs of the individual with methods which are effective for both chronic and acute problems. In practice, naturopaths perform lifestyle analysis, laboratory testing, nutritional and dietary assessments, metabolic analysis, and other evaluative procedures. They are trained to use a wide variety of natural methods, as well as prayer, which involve the individual in the healing process. Naturopaths are not involved in the practice of medicine, and do not use drugs or pharmaceuticals, nor do they perform surgery. They have traditionally been referred to as "drugless doctors."