The difference between a holistic doctor and your regular Family Doctir is that the holistic doctor looks at the issues of health and disease from a holistic or “whole body” philosophy. They treat the body, not just the symptoms that you present with. Holistic Doctors embrace the idea of treating the whole person in order to eradicate disease and promote a state of wellness. They will look at diet, exercise, nutrition and discuss lifestyle changes that may need to be made. They may also discuss other alternative treatments from a wide range of modalities, that may not necessarily be considered by a GP. They are fully qualified and possess a medical degree, exactly like your local GP – what makes them Holistic Doctors is that they also have training in one or more areas of alternative medicine.