I, Helena however, work under the licence of a practitioner of medicine without having gone through the classical medical course of study.  You can call me a naturopath for want of a better term, but what I do for a living is pretty much the same as any GP does. I just don't treat infectious diseases or prescribe prescription drugs.

Nevertheless, I hold a B. Hlth. Sc. from the university of Adelaide, gained an Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda in 1991 in a course designed by the former Dean for Ayurveda of the University of Pune and a Diploma of Oriental Medicine from Health Schools Australia.  I also completed the first part of Medical School in Germany and did work experience in doctor's clinics and hospitals. 

Today I am studying for a Masters of Science at a medical school.  I have worked for and with major pharmaceutical companies and for research institutions.