Naturopathic medicine is a primary health care system with distinct emphasis on a holistic approach to health. Naturopathic physicians combine a number of modern, traditional, and scientific techniques to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness, and to maintain health. Naturopathic doctors are trained in a wide variety of natural therapies, some of which include botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy, and physical medicine. They also support patients on prescription medications at different stages of their recovery and health maintenance.