Since health consists of many elements and many different areas of study, we recognize that no one- health field encompasses all, and no person could ever become an expert in all. With the acceptance of this simple truth, we have adopted these three viewpoints:

●  A responsible health professional must commit themselves to a lifetime of continuous learning.

●  A responsible health professional should not see competition in the other health fields, but should instead see an opportunity for synergy.

●  A responsible health professional possesses education and experience, and can apply the two of these in a manner that is consistent with the needs, goals, and tolerances of the individual who has entrusted them with his or her body.