Commitment to Holistic Integrity

In accordance with the chiropractic principles of the art, science, and philosophy of chiropractic, and in consequence of my dedication to the restoration of the sick to health, I promise and swear to keep, to the best of my ability and judgment, the following oath:

I will adhere to the code of ethics espoused by the chiropractic profession.

I will observe and practice professional conduct in relations with my patients, my colleagues, myself, and my profession. 

I will seek to preserve the integrity of my profession and help it to grow in service to the benefit of all humanity.

I will serve my patients to the best of my ability, violating neither their confidence nor their dignity, and in my association with these patients, I shall not violate that which is moral and right. 

I will provide a regimen for the good of my patients according to my ability and my judgment. 

I will regard and refer to my fellow doctors with honor and dignity, giving credit for their dedication and commitment to the profession.

I will continue to improve my knowledge and skill and be sincere in my resolution to justify the responsibility that this degree symbolizes and imposes.

I dedicate myself to the service of humanity as a practitioner of the art and science of naturopathic medicine.

By precept, education, and example, I will assist and encourage others to strengthen their health, reduce risks for disease, and preserve the health of our planet for ourselves and future generations.

I will continually endeavor to improve my abilities. 

I will conduct my life and practice of naturopathic medicine with integrity and freedom from prejudice. 

I will keep confidential what should not be divulged.

I will honor the principles of naturopathic medicine:

First, to do no harm

To cooperate with the healing powers of nature

To address the fundamental causes of disease

To heal the whole person through individualized treatment

To teach the principles of healthy living and preventive medicine.

With my whole heart, before these witnesses, as a doctor of naturopathic medicine, I pledge to remain true to this oath.

In the presence of my colleagues, friends, families and teachers, and in view of the honored profession I am entering into, I solemnly and willingly state that I dedicate myself to the following:

• I will practice physical therapy with compassion for the vulnerabilities in each of my patients and will work to preserve their dignity and promote their health and welfare.
• I will value the lives of my patients as I value my own life, through my concern for their significance and with respect for them and the confidential nature of our relationship.
• I will be humble.
• I recognize my limitations and will continue to consult with my colleagues and co-workers for knowledge with which I can better treat my patients and for the inspiration to expand and augment my education.
• I will share my knowledge with my colleagues and patients freely, with compassion and patience.
• I will work toward the improvement of the quality of life for all of my patients.
• I will honor the choices that my patients make with respect to their wishes and needs.
• I will do no harm to another human.
• I will work to improve the practice of physical therapy so that all who seek it will receive treatment which is proper, ethical and just.
• I will not allow my judgment regarding the practice of my profession to be influenced by race, creed, religion, greed or unethical behavior.
• I will expect the same behavior from my colleagues and co-workers.
• Thus, with this oath, I freely accept the obligations and rewards which will accompany my practice of physical therapy
  

I solemnly pledge myself to consecrate my life to the service of humanity.

Even under threat, I will not use my medical knowledge contrary to the laws of humanity.

I will maintain the utmost respect for human life. I will not permit considerations of religion, nationality, race, political beliefs, or social standing to intervene between my duty and my patient.

I will practice my profession with conscience and dignity in accordance with the principles of homeopathy and/or in accordance with the principles of the biochemical system of medicine (tissue remedies).

The health of my patient shall be my first consideration.

I will respect the secrets that are confided to me.

I will give to my teachers the respect and gratitude that is their due.

I will maintain by all means in my power the honor and noble traditions of the medical profession.

My colleagues will be my brothers and sisters.

I make these promises solemnly, freely, and upon my honor. 

Hahnemannian Oath—On my honor, I swear that I shall practice the teachings of homeopathy, perform my duty, render justice to my patients, and help the sick whosoever comes to me for treatment. May the teachings of Master Hahnemann inspire me, and may I have the strength for fulfillment of my mission.

The Lord said, "Health is the greatest gain." He also said, "He who would minister to me should minister to the sick."

I too think that health is the greatest gain, and I would minister to the Buddha. Therefore:

I will use my skill to restore the health of all beings with sympathy, compassion, and heedfulness.

I will be able to prepare medicines well.

I know what medicine is suitable and what is not. I will not give the unsuitable, only the suitable.

I minister to the sick with a mind of love, not out of desire for gain.

I remain unmoved when I have to deal with stool, urine, vomit, or spittle.

From time to time I will be able to instruct, inspire, enthuse, and cheer the sick with the Teaching.

Even if I cannot heal a patient with the proper diet, proper medicine, and proper nursing, I will still minister to him out of compassion.

First - all patients should be treated equally with dignity and respect.

“Treat all the six sentient beings in the worlds of all beings as one’s parents, love others better than one loves oneself, whether enemies or friends, and do not be hostile."

Second - the doctor should have a noble quality. Treatment should be accessible to all in need and not be expensive, especially when helping the poor. 

Equality in treatment for both men and women, and “be there beauty or ugliness,” it is ethically codified that practitioners should not be greedy, nor abhor female patients, but greet them as their mothers and sisters. 

Avoid seeking personal gain, but always strive to avoid and deny impulses to be selfish, greedy, or cunning.

Third -  the patient’s condition must always be honored as confidential. The doctor should not be inexperienced in the absence of a proper diagnosis or guess what disease may be present.

He/she only offers a diagnosis when and if there is an absolute grasp of the case. Only to the patient may there be disclosure of the condition and situation of the disease. 

Further, patient education is emphasized. Practitioners should inquire and dialogue with the patient about his or her understanding of the diagnosis and treatment as a method of assessing both doctor and patient comprehension and consent.

Fourth -  the doctor must be deeply committed to technical excellence.

Yuthok Yonten Gonpo advised: when a practitioner still does not understand the patient’s condition and attempts an operation that may “master” the patient’s life away, this approach is despicable. Where there is a lack of knowledge and no relevant medical experience, and the patient is given uninformed advice and explanation—this is not a good doctor.

The Tibetan medical oath in The Four Medical Tantras (rgyud bzhi) chapter three codifies that mutual respect between doctors is paramount: “For people receiving medical training, they owe their teachers great care and respect; between students, good relationships, mutual regard, mutual respect, and mutual concern must be sustained.”