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Become a Nutritionist

Apply by Dec. 8 for online Master of Science in Nutrition classes starting Jan. 2022.

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Take the first year of our ND program online. Join us on campus for your second year and beyond.

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The World Needs More Doctors

Make a difference today — become a naturopathic physician.

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Discover the wisdom of classical Chinese medicine and how to apply it in the modern world.

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Create social change with our one-year, service-driven master’s programs in social activism and international development.

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I knew NUNM was the right place for me after I visited campus and met some of the teachers and students; it's a warm community where everyone shares a common goal of helping patients and helping each other.
Jessica OvergaardNaturopathic Medicine Program, Class of 2018

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Nicci Lambert, ND, MSOM ('13)

A dual-degree success story: Integrating natural medicine in a hospital setting. Dr. Lambert works in an integrative medicine clinic addressing the side effects of conventional cancer treatment.

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Events

Vaccine Intensive Series Update

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The Vaccine Intensive Update will take place on Oct. 30, 2021, from 9am-noon and feature Heather Zwickey, PhD, and Brice Thompson, ND, MS, who will update information from the popular May Covid Vaccine Intensive series as relevant to current issues.More info and registration

NUNM Health Centers

Your health, naturally. Integrative medicine at NUNM is collaborative and addresses your unique health concerns. Our teams of naturopathic physicians, acupuncturists and interns offer patients effective treatment options to achieve optimal health and well-being. Your improved health is our goal. Let's do it together.

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News

Murdock Grant Provides Technological Boost to NUNM’s Year-One Online Naturopathic Program

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National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) is proud to be the recipient of a substantial grant from the M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust of Vancouver, Washington. The grant will provide technology improvements for the university’s industry-leading first-year online Doctor of Naturopathic (ND) program. “It is a pleasure to share the good news that Trustees have …

The Mothership Is Moving Its Campus

Founded in 1956, NUNM is the longest active accredited natural medicine school in North America.
NUNM President/CEO Melanie Henriksen, ND, LAc, CNM, announced that the campus of National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) is officially up for sale. A citywide search for a new campus is underway. “NUNM’s current campus in downtown Portland, Oregon, has served our community well since 1996,” Dr. Henriksen said. “Now, we have an opportunity to …

Helfgott Research Shows Health Benefits of Practicing Yoga Nidra

If you’re finding it hard to get a good night’s rest, Yoga Nidra might be the answer, according to a series of research studies conducted at NUNM’s Helfgott Research Institute. Findings from the studies were featured in an article published recently by U.S. News and World Report. Yoga Nidra is one of the easiest yoga …

Andrew Erlandsen, ND, Named Dean of NUNM's School of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies

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NUNM President Dr. Melanie Henriksen announced the promotion of Andrew Erlandsen, ND to Dean of the School of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies. Dr. Erlandsen will formally begin his new position on Sept. 1, 2021. He will continue to hold an academic appointment, and he looks forward to continuing to teach in the Nutrition program. Dr. …

Natural Apple Recipes by NUNM's Dr. Zwickey Featured in Prevention Magazine's Fall Issue

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While many people first think of pie, natural apple recipes go far beyond baked goods, according to NUNM’s Dr. Heather Zwickey, professor of immunology. In a recent article titled “6 Natural Ways to Use Apples,” Prevention magazine shared six of Dr. Zwickey’s favorite natural apple recipes, including homemade essential oil, soothing scalp treatments, soaps, and more.  Of course, apples are delicious and nutritious, too. The …

Dr. Guru Sandesh Singh Khalsa ('78), Former NCNM President, Dies

It is with our deepest sorrow that we share the news of the untimely passing of Dr. Guru Sandesh Singh Khalsa, who died unexpectedly on Aug. 11, 2021. Dr. Khalsa was a pillar in the naturopathic community. He embodied the teaching of naturopathic medicine, especially that of docere. An erudite, Dr. Khalsa held degrees in …
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