Is it worth becoming an N.D. financially? – Naturopathic Medicine Network

Is it worth becoming an N.D. financially?

I’m kind of depressed now that I’ve been browsing over this forum, but always want the truth.

Being an N.D. is my dream, I have about a 3.0 and some good extracurricular activities, and everyone tells me i’ll be a great doctor of some form.

If I had the 3.5+ GPA I would become an M.D. first, but I don’t. I love the philosophy of naturopathic medicine, but would take the rigorous MD training.

Now I’m a bit at a loss. It seemed like the perfect match. I LOVE the human body – medicine in any form is totally a lifetime interest of mine. I would LOVE to do research (on plants) to determine their actual effectiveness.

BUT – I want to be able to do what I love, while be able to support my future wife and kids. I was hoping i’d be able to make a 6 figure salary after a handful of years as an N.D.

I don’t know where to go now.. any other career options? Pharmacy? Masters or PhD in something?

Lost.. and I’m in my last semester as a senior in college. Damnit.

Post New Reply

Name/Nickname:
Subject:
Message:
Enter combination shown above:	[ Different Combination ]