Transforming Healthcare through science-based natural medicine

Dr. Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D., is a globally recognized leader in integrative and functional medicine. As the founding president of Bastyr University and the pioneer of science-based natural medicine, he has reshaped how we educate doctors, deliver care, and define wellness. Over five decades, he has authored over 14 books, led national health policy efforts, served on presidential commissions, and spoken in 30+ countries. His mission: to transform a disease-driven healthcare model into one rooted in prevention, personalization, and whole-body health.

Dr. Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D.

Physician. Author. Educator. Policy Leader. Researcher

Career at a Glance

The most pervasive and silently accepted crisis in America today is the ill health of our people.

More than any other health care profession, naturopathic doctors are uniquely trained and qualified to transform the health care system’s fundamental approach from a traditional disease-driven, treatment-oriented medical model, to one that deals with the real problem of improving people’s health

President

SaluGenecists, Inc., Seattle, WA

President Emeritus

Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA

Editor-in-Chief

Integrative Medicine: A Clinicians Journal Seattle, WA | InnoVision Health Media, Minneapolis, MN

Member

Institute for Functional Medicine, Board Federal Way, WA

Chief

Scientific Advisory Board, Bioclinic Naturals Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Personalized, preventive care

Environmental health as core to chronic disease

Educating the doctor of the future

Integrating natural medicine with conventional care

A New Model for Health

Dr. Pizzorno believes the future of healthcare must shift from treating disease to promoting true health. His model blends rigorous scientific inquiry with centuries-old natural wisdom to empower individuals, reduce chronic disease, and improve systems at scale.

A 50-Year Journey in Science-Based Natural Medicine

Milestones in Leadership and Innovation

1970

Working in conventional medicine research

1975

Graduated from naturopathic medical school

1978

Founded Bastyr University, first accredited natural medicine university

1985–2020

Co-authored Textbook of Natural Medicine (global standard)

1996

Led nation’s first publicly funded integrative medicine clinic

2000s–present

Advisor to White House, NIH, FTC, Medicare

30+ Countries

Delivered 1,000+ lectures globally

Insights

Explore expert perspectives, clinical reflections, and science-backed commentary from Dr. Joseph Pizzorno. This section features thought leadership on integrative medicine, environmental health, functional diagnostics, and the evolving future of healthcare.

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July 18, 9 AM Pacific Time

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