Sonoran University of Health Sciences, formerly Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, is a

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. Founded in 1993, Sonoran University is one of seven accredited naturopathic medical schools in

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Academics

The Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Program at Sonoran University of Health Sciences follows a prescribed curriculum set by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME). Quarters at Sonoran University are designated as fall, winter, spring, and summer. If students adhere to the curriculum they can graduate after 14 consecutive quarters, or four calendar years. Sonoran University of Health Sciences is

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Extended clinic sites

* Arizona Pathways: Substance Abuse Rehabilitation * Hamilton Elementary School Clinic: Pediatrics/Family Care for the Underprivileged * Mission of Mercy: Medical Mobile Unit/Family Practice for Uninsured * The River Source : Holistic treatment center for substance abuse rehabilitation * Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS: HIV/AIDS, Infectious Disease * Sojourner: Women’s and Children’s Domestic Violence Shelter * WAHI Center: Substance Abuse Rehabilitation

References

External links

Official website
{{Authority control Educational institutions established in 1993 1993 establishments in Arizona Naturopathic medical schools accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education Private universities and colleges in Arizona