The Naturopathic Doctor Duties and Responsibilities: A naturopathic treatment practitioner is a type of health care provider who treats patients using a system of medicine that is based on the healing power of nature. Like contemporary medical doctors, naturopathic treatment practitioners identify, diagnose, and treat patients for their conditions and illnesses. Salary: Naturopathic doctor earn a median hourly wage of $35.92. They have a salary of $74,710 Education: In order to be a licensed Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) or Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (NMD), students must complete a 4-year, graduate-level program accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education. The first two years of a naturopathic medical degree are the same as for traditional medical students. Demand for this profession: The AANMC showed a positive outlook, and reported that employment of physicians would grow faster than average through 2014. Additionally, employment f...