DNYS Is A Doctor

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I’ve been hearing people say DNYS is a doctor, but I’m confused about what this qualification actually entails. Is DNYS (Diploma in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) equivalent to a traditional medical degree, or is it a specialized certification focused on naturopathy and alternative medicine?

If DNYS is a doctor, what exactly are they qualified to do? Can someone with a DNYS certification practice medicine independently, or are there limitations to the kind of treatments they can offer? For example, can DNYS practitioners prescribe medications, or are they restricted to naturopathy and yoga-based therapies?

I’m particularly curious about the career options for someone with a DNYS certification. Are they considered doctors in the same sense as MBBS graduates, or do they have a different professional scope? If DNYS is a doctor, how does their practice differ from Ayurvedic or Homeopathic doctors?

If anyone here has experience with a DNYS practitioner or knows about this qualification, I’d love to understand more about their expertise. Are DNYS doctors recognized by medical councils, or do they operate under different rules? Also, what kind of patients usually seek their care, and what treatments are they most effective at providing?

Dr. Harsha Joy · Accepted Answer

DNYS (Diploma in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) is a specialized certification in the field of naturopathy, yoga, and alternative medicine, but it is not equivalent to a traditional medical degree like MBBS. DNYS practitioners are trained to focus on holistic treatments such as naturopathy, yoga therapy, diet management, and lifestyle changes, rather than conventional medicine. They cannot prescribe allopathic drugs or perform surgeries, as their scope is limited to natural healing methods. While DNYS practitioners are not recognized as "doctors" in the same way MBBS or BAMS doctors are, they are experts in their field and can offer treatments that involve detoxification, herbal remedies, physical therapies like massage, and yoga. Their practice is often used for preventive care, stress management, chronic disease support, and overall wellness. DNYS practitioners may not be fully recognized by mainstream medical councils, and their practice differs from Ayurvedic or Homeopathic doctors, who have separate qualifications and treatment protocols. Patients seeking DNYS care typically look for natural and non-invasive therapies for various chronic conditions or wellness improvement.

Dr Sujal Patil · Answer

DNYS (Diploma in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) is a specialized certification in the field of naturopathy, yoga, and alternative medicine, but it is not equivalent to a traditional medical degree like MBBS, BHMS or BAMS. DNYS practitioners are trained to focus on holistic treatments such as naturopathy, yoga therapy, diet management, and lifestyle changes, rather than conventional medicine. They cannot prescribe allopathic drugs or perform surgeries, as their scope is limited to natural healing methods. While DNYS practitioners are not recognized as "doctors" in the same way MBBS or BAMS doctors are, they are experts in their field and can offer treatments that involve detoxification, herbal remedies, physical therapies like massage, and yoga. Their practice is often used for preventive care, stress management, chronic disease support, and overall wellness. DNYS practitioners may not be fully recognized by mainstream medical councils, and their practice differs from Ayurvedic or Homeopathic doctors, who have separate qualifications and treatment protocols. Patients seeking DNYS care typically look for natural and non-invasive therapies for various chronic conditions or wellness improvement.

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