Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I am happy to advise the House that Dr. Bob Bromley can call himself Dr. Bromley and if MLA Abernethy were to get a PhD, he could call himself a doctor. However, Mr. Speaker, Section 82 of the Medical Profession Act of the NWT prohibits anyone from using the title doctor, surgeon or physician that may lead people to believe that she or he is a medical practitioner licensed under the act. Individuals are free to practice as a naturopath practitioner but may not refer to themselves as a doctor or a physician. This is based on legal advice we received from Justice. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Sandy Lee on Question 19-16(6): Inclusion Of Naturopathic Practitioners In Proposed Health Care Professions Legislation
In the Legislative Assembly on March 8th, 2011. See this statement in context.
Question 19-16(6): Inclusion Of Naturopathic Practitioners In Proposed Health Care Professions Legislation
Oral Questions
March 7th, 2011
Range Lake
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