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CANP The Colorado Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Founded in 1987, this organization consists of graduates from nationally accredited, 4-year post graduate schools of naturopathic medicine only. Dr. Nearpass is currently serving on the executive board of this organization. Sign up on this website to help with regulation of Naturopathic Physicians in Colorado. Know the Difference. The State of Colorado does not regulate the practice of Naturopathic Medicine. As a result of this lack or regulation there is no standard imposed upon individuals who use the title naturopath, naturopathic doctor, naturopathic physician or naturopathic medical doctor. Dr. Pollack and Dr. Nearpass keep current licenses in the State of Oregon, which requires 40 hours of yearly continuing education including 10 hours of pharmacy training. It's Time for a Law: Other states require naturopathic doctors to graduate from accredited schools, pass licensing examinations and submit to oversight by a regulatory board. See for more information, or to sign up to support regulatory efforts, please click on www.coloradond.org AANP The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. This site provides a wealth of information about the profession of Naturopathy, a national directory of Naturopathic Doctors, and many interesting links. NABNE and NPLEX The North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners, and the Naturopathic Physicians Licencing Examination Board.