[Homeopathy] cures a larger percentage of cases than any other method of treatment, and is beyond all doubt safer and more economical, and the most complete medical science.”

- Mahatma Ghandi
















Did you know...

… at least 42% of French physicians use homeopathy in practice.














Did you know ...

… members of the British Royal Family are among the many supporters of homeopathy and have had their own homeopathic physicians for generations.





















Did you know …

… In 1999, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Parliament called for closer incorporation of homeopathy into western medical systems.

About Homeopathy

Choose from the following:

What is Homeopathy?
What accreditation does a homeopath need?
Is Homeopathy safe?
Can it be used with conventional drugs?
What is a consultation like?
What is a Homeopathic remedy?
Is it the same as an herb or vitamin?
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> What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a system of natural medicine that considers the unique mental, emotional and physical characteristics of the patient and how they are connected. Homeopaths are interested in understanding all aspects of the person, not just the illness they are suffering from. They regard the symptoms of the body and the mind as a totality. Specific remedies are prescribed that treat the whole individual, and restore the entire system to a state of health.

Homeopathy has been in use for hundreds of years, and is a natural and effective form of treatment for a variety of diseases, both acute and chronic.

Homeopathic medicine …

… is safe and non-toxic.
… removes the cause/root of the illness.
… does not suppress symptoms.
… treats physical, mental and emotional illness.
… considers each patient as a unique individual.

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> What accreditation does a homeopath need?

Homeopathy is not yet a regulated profession in Ontario, which means that anyone can legally call themselves a homeopath without achieving a specific educational standard.

When you are looking for a homeopath, you should inquire about their level of education in homeopathic medicine, and if it does not sound very thorough, you may wish to seek treatment with another more qualified homeopath.

Heather Osler received the highest level of homeopathic training available in Canada at the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. There she completed 4000 hours of homeopathic study, an additional 1100-hour clinical internship, plus extensive training in the standard medical sciences.

Heather Osler is an OHA accredited homeopath. For more information on the Ontario Homeopathic Association, please visit www.ontariohomeopath.com.


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> Is Homeopathy safe?
> Can it be used with conventional drugs?

Yes! Homeopathy has been practiced safely for centuries. Remedies can be taken by pregnant women, babies and the elderly, without risk of toxic side effects.

Homeopathy can safely be used together with conventional drugs. There is no risk of homeopathic remedies interfering with, or disrupting the effects of pharmaceutical drugs.

Many patients who come to homeopathic doctors are already on some form of conventional medication. If you are using conventional drugs, it is perfectly safe for you to start homeopathic treatment. You will not be advised to discontinue your drugs while starting homeopathy. However, as your condition improves, you may be advised to consult with your doctor about weaning off the drugs.

The goal of the homeopath is to make you well enough that you no longer need pharmaceutical drugs. It is a liberating experience for patients to find they no longer need to depend on pills to feel well.

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> What is a consultation like?

The initial consultation is an in-depth process during which you will be asked to discuss your symptoms in as much detail as possible.

You will also be asked to describe your “nature” or personality, and your reactions to the various stressors in your life, in order for the homeopath to clearly understand you. This is a very thorough process that allows you an opportunity to be heard, and enables the homeopath to find a suitable remedy.

The initial consultation usually lasts two hours. Follow-up appointments take approximately thirty to sixty minutes.

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> What is a homeopathic remedy?
> Is it the same as an herb or vitamin?

Many people confuse homeopathy with herbal medicine or vitamins. While they are all natural, they are quite different. Homeopathic remedies are made from plant, animal and mineral sources. These substances are highly diluted and “succussed”, a process which removes any possibility of side effects, and activates their therapeutic properties.

The preparation of homeopathic remedies is done according to strict scientific standards. They come in the form or little round pellets or drops that are manufactured in special pharmacies.

In classical homeopathy, only one remedy is prescribed at a time. This system keeps the treatment simple, safe and inexpensive. The remedies taste sweet, dissolve quickly in the mouth and are easy to administer to infants or weak patients.

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