Naturopathic Gastroenterology Fellowship & Board Examination

What does it mean if my doctor is a FABNG?

FABNG stands for Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Gastroenterology.

Doctors who have achieved this designation are naturopathic doctors (NDs or NMDs) have undergone extensive training in naturopathic and conventional approaches to diverse digestive conditions.

What is required to become a FABNG?

First, all FABNGs must graduate from an accredited 4+ year professional program with a doctoral degree in Naturopathic Medicine and then pass the national licensing board exams.

Second, prior to applying to become a FABNG, these doctors must prove that they have completed a gastroenterology-focused residency, or have overseen a minimum of 1800 gastroenterology patient contact hours. That’s a lot of exposure!

Third, applicants to the Fellowship are required to submit clinical cases to a board of experts who grade their clinical thinking based on a rigorous set of criteria. If approved, NDs are permitted to sit for the board exam.

If an applicant has passed their exam and has met the stringent criteria required by the Board, they are admitted as a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Gastroenterology.

What can you expect having a FABNG as your doctor?

Having a FABNG as your doctor means you can expect them to have the highest level of knowledge in integrative gastroenterology. You can expect them to help with a broad range of digestive complaints, ranging from liver disease, to Crohn’s, to complex microbiome imbalances.

Having a FABNG as your doctor ensures you benefit from their extensive expertise in integrative gastroenterology. They possess the highest level of knowledge in addressing a wide array of digestive concerns. Expect them to be well-versed in both conventional treatment options for digestive disorders and natural remedies backed by rigorous scientific data.

FABNGs are your top-tier integrative digestive experts!