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Bastyr University
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Bastyr University
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bastyr.edu
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Private
Founded yearint
1978
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Operating
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251–500
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HeadquartersKenmore, United States
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Kenmore
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices4 records

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
naturopathic medicine education, natural health sciences, integrative nutrition programs, naturopathic clinical training, alternative medicine degrees
NAICS code3 codes
  • Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools61131
  • Educational Support Services611710
  • Educational Services61
SIC code2 codes
  • Services-Educational Services8200
  • Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine8011
Product category
Higher Education / Naturopathic Medicine
Revenue model4 records
1Tuition and Academic Programs
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Revenue generated from undergraduate and graduate degree programs including naturopathic medicine, midwifery, nutrition, counseling psychology, and exercise science. Programs are offered at Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA campuses, as well as online formats.

bastyr.edu
2Clinical Services
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Bastyr Center for Natural Health provides clinical services including naturopathic primary care, acupuncture, counseling, and nutrition services. The teaching clinic serves patients with out-of-pocket visits starting at $40 and accepts insurance.

bastyr.edu
3Event and Facility Rental
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Conference and meeting services offered at the Kenmore campus, including classrooms, auditorium, and Bastyr University Chapel for private meetings, public talks, workshops, and national conferences.

bastyr.edu
4Continuing Education
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Continuing education programs including Doula training and Birth Educator classes through the Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations.

bastyr.edu
Marketing channels8 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels6 records

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Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Pricing details5 tiers
1Master of Science in Exercise Science and Integrated Wellness - Online
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

$375/credit hour, $17,975 total tuition and fees. 18-month online program with 45 credits required.

bastyr.edu
2Bachelor of Science in Herbal Sciences
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

2-year bachelor's degree completion program in Seattle.

bastyr.edu
3Master of Science in Midwifery
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

3 years (11 quarters) hybrid program. Accredited by MEAC and NWCCU.

bastyr.edu
4MS in Nutrition and MA in Counseling Psychology Dual Degree
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

3 years, full time in Seattle. Next start date June 2026.

bastyr.edu
5Bastyr Center for Natural Health - Patient Visits
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Out-of-pocket visits start at $40. Accepts many major insurance plans. Discounts available for veterans and active military.

bastyr.edu
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 3 records shown
1Bastyr Center for Natural Health (BCNH)
Description

Teaching clinic offering naturopathic primary care, acupuncture, Eastern herbal medicine, counseling services, and nutrition services

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Core offering1 text field

Bastyr University is a private nonprofit higher-education institution that sells accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs in naturopathic medicine, midwifery, nutrition, counseling psychology, herbal sciences, exercise science, and maternal-child health systems, delivered at campuses in Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA and via online formats. It also sells clinical services through two teaching clinics (Bastyr Center for Natural Health and Bastyr University Clinic – San Diego) and ancillary offerings including continuing education for birth professionals and campus venue rentals for events.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

Bastyr University is an educational institution offering a portfolio of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in natural health sciences, along with clinical services. The core educational offerings include doctoral programs in naturopathic medicine (standard 4-year and new 3-year accelerated), multiple master's programs in counseling psychology, nutrition, midwifery, maternal-child health systems, and exercise science, plus a bachelor's in herbal sciences. The university operates clinical teaching facilities (Bastyr Center for Natural Health and San Diego Clinic) providing natural health services to the public. Supporting services include continuing education through the Simkin Center for birth professionals and conference/meeting facility rentals at the Kenmore campus. The programs are designed to train healthcare professionals in science-based natural medicine with integrated clinical training.

Product and service14 records
1Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
CategoryDegree program
Description

Four-year doctoral program training naturopathic physicians in science-based natural medicine, with clinical training at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health; recently reaccredited by CNME.

23-Year Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (Accelerated)
CategoryDegree program
Description

Accelerated doctoral program offering 4,102 hours of instruction and 270 doctoral degree credits over 41 weeks of annual learning, designed to reduce tuition costs while maximizing clinical experience; available at Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA campuses.

3Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
CategoryDegree program
Description

Master's program in San Diego and Seattle preparing students for mental health counseling careers and licensure as mental health counselors.

4MS in Nutrition and MA in Counseling Psychology (Dual Degree)
CategoryDegree program
Description

Three-year, full-time dual-degree program in Seattle integrating clinical training in nutrition and mental health counseling, leading to licensure as a mental health counselor.

5Master of Science in Midwifery
CategoryDegree program
Description

Three-year hybrid program training midwives for community birth settings, accredited by MEAC and regionally by NWCCU.

6Master of Arts in Maternal-Child Health Systems
CategoryDegree program
Description

One-year hybrid master's program focusing on maternal and child health advocacy and systems.

7Master of Science in Nutrition / Didactic Program in Dietetics
CategoryDegree program
Description

Two-year master's program in Seattle preparing students for dietetics practice.

8Master of Science in Integrative Nutrition (Online)
CategoryDegree program
Description

Two-year online master's program exploring how diet, lifestyle, environment, and culture shape health.

9Master of Science in Exercise Science and Integrated Wellness (Online)
CategoryDegree program
Description

Eighteen-month online program bridging exercise physiology with behavioral psychology, nutrition, and natural health principles; total tuition and fees of $17,975 at $375/credit hour.

10Bachelor of Science in Herbal Sciences
CategoryDegree program
Description

Two-year bachelor's degree completion program in Seattle providing foundation for the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program.

11Bastyr Center for Natural Health (Teaching Clinic)
CategoryClinical services
Description

Teaching clinic providing naturopathic primary care, acupuncture, counseling services, and nutrition services; located at the Kenmore campus, accepts many insurance plans with out-of-pocket visits starting at $40.

12Bastyr University Clinic – San Diego
CategoryClinical services
Description

Clinical services location in San Diego providing natural healthcare services.

13Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations (Continuing Education)
CategoryContinuing education
Description

Doula and birth educator training classes, including Childbirth Educator Training and Birth Doula Training, with curriculum approved by DONA, ToLabor, and Birthing Advocacy.

14Seattle Meeting and Event Services
CategoryFacility rental
Description

Conference and meeting facilities at the Kenmore campus, ACCED-I certified, offering multiple private spaces for events, retreats, and workshops.

Scale indicator13 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership3 partners
1DONA (Doulas of North America)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Labor Support Course/Doula Training at Simkin Center is DONA-approved. The Simkin Center at Bastyr University has helped more than 10,000 students meet their educational goals since 1988.

bastyr.edu
2ToLabor
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Labor Support Course/Doula Training at Simkin Center is ToLabor approved, in addition to Birthing Advocacy approved training.

bastyr.edu
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Simkin Center offers Birthing Advocacy approved Labor Support/Doula Training and Childbirth Educator Training.

Recent move8 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight5 records

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Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — offers accredited programs in acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, and nursing with multiple U.S. campuses, competing for students interested in integrative and natural health careers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — Portland-based naturopathic and classical Chinese medicine university with comparable degree programs in naturopathic medicine, nutrition, and integrative health, serving a similar student demographic in the Pacific Northwest.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — graduate-only institution offering degrees in acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and integrative health, competing in the same online/graduate health-sciences segment.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Humanistic psychology and mind-body medicine graduate university with overlapping interests in integrative and holistic health education, partially competing for adult-learner online enrollees.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — accredited institution offering naturopathic medicine alongside chiropractic and acupuncture programs, competing for integrative health students and clinical training placements.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — Canada's leading accredited naturopathic medical school, training NDs with a similar science-based natural medicine curriculum and serving as a benchmark for Canadian applicant flow to U.S. schools.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — another accredited Canadian naturopathic program with overlapping curriculum and direct competition for students across the Pacific Northwest recruitment corridor.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Larger private nonprofit university based in San Diego with broad health sciences programs that overlaps geographically with Bastyr's San Diego campus for health-professional applicants.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer — another accredited naturopathic medical school offering a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program plus integrative health degrees, competing for the same prospective students and faculty.

10University of Bridgeport (Integrative Health programs)
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Broader private university that hosts the College of Naturopathic Medicine and complementary integrative health programs, serving as both a competitor and benchmark for accreditation and scale.

Market position
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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Named customers1 record

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Segment3 records

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Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profiles2 records

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Subsidiaries4 records

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Compliance3 records

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Bastyr University

Higher Education / Naturopathic Medicinebastyr.edu

Bastyr University firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Bastyr University
Legal name
Bastyr University
Website
https://bastyr.edu
Company type
Private
Founded year
1978
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
251–500 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Where Bastyr University is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Kenmore
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

Bastyr University business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

  1. Tuition and Academic Programs: Revenue generated from undergraduate and graduate degree programs including naturopathic medicine, midwifery, nutrition, counseling psychology, and exercise science. Programs are offered at Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA campuses, as well as online formats.
  2. Clinical Services: Bastyr Center for Natural Health provides clinical services including naturopathic primary care, acupuncture, counseling, and nutrition services. The teaching clinic serves patients with out-of-pocket visits starting at $40 and accepts insurance.
  3. Event and Facility Rental: Conference and meeting services offered at the Kenmore campus, including classrooms, auditorium, and Bastyr University Chapel for private meetings, public talks, workshops, and national conferences.
  4. Continuing Education: Continuing education programs including Doula training and Birth Educator classes through the Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualMaster of Science in Exercise Science and Integrated Wellness - Online
SubscriptionAnnualBachelor of Science in Herbal Sciences
SubscriptionAnnualMaster of Science in Midwifery
SubscriptionAnnualMS in Nutrition and MA in Counseling Psychology Dual Degree
SubscriptionPay-as-you-goBastyr Center for Natural Health - Patient Visits

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Bastyr University product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Bastyr University is a private nonprofit higher-education institution that sells accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs in naturopathic medicine, midwifery, nutrition, counseling psychology, herbal sciences, exercise science, and maternal-child health systems, delivered at campuses in Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA and via online formats. It also sells clinical services through two teaching clinics (Bastyr Center for Natural Health and Bastyr University Clinic – San Diego) and ancillary offerings including continuing education for birth professionals and campus venue rentals for events.

Product overview

Bastyr University is an educational institution offering a portfolio of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in natural health sciences, along with clinical services. The core educational offerings include doctoral programs in naturopathic medicine (standard 4-year and new 3-year accelerated), multiple master's programs in counseling psychology, nutrition, midwifery, maternal-child health systems, and exercise science, plus a bachelor's in herbal sciences. The university operates clinical teaching facilities (Bastyr Center for Natural Health and San Diego Clinic) providing natural health services to the public. Supporting services include continuing education through the Simkin Center for birth professionals and conference/meeting facility rentals at the Kenmore campus. The programs are designed to train healthcare professionals in science-based natural medicine with integrated clinical training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Bastyr Center for Natural Health (BCNH): Teaching clinic offering naturopathic primary care, acupuncture, Eastern herbal medicine, counseling services, and nutrition services
  • Bastyr University Clinic
  • Simkin Center

Products and services

  • Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Four-year doctoral program training naturopathic physicians in science-based natural medicine, with clinical training at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health; recently reaccredited by CNME.
  • 3-Year Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (Accelerated) Accelerated doctoral program offering 4,102 hours of instruction and 270 doctoral degree credits over 41 weeks of annual learning, designed to reduce tuition costs while maximizing clinical experience; available at Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA campuses.
  • Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Master's program in San Diego and Seattle preparing students for mental health counseling careers and licensure as mental health counselors.
  • MS in Nutrition and MA in Counseling Psychology (Dual Degree) Three-year, full-time dual-degree program in Seattle integrating clinical training in nutrition and mental health counseling, leading to licensure as a mental health counselor.
  • Master of Science in Midwifery Three-year hybrid program training midwives for community birth settings, accredited by MEAC and regionally by NWCCU.
  • Master of Arts in Maternal-Child Health Systems One-year hybrid master's program focusing on maternal and child health advocacy and systems.
  • Master of Science in Nutrition / Didactic Program in Dietetics Two-year master's program in Seattle preparing students for dietetics practice.
  • Master of Science in Integrative Nutrition (Online) Two-year online master's program exploring how diet, lifestyle, environment, and culture shape health.
  • Master of Science in Exercise Science and Integrated Wellness (Online) Eighteen-month online program bridging exercise physiology with behavioral psychology, nutrition, and natural health principles; total tuition and fees of $17,975 at $375/credit hour.
  • Bachelor of Science in Herbal Sciences Two-year bachelor's degree completion program in Seattle providing foundation for the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program.
  • Bastyr Center for Natural Health (Teaching Clinic) Teaching clinic providing naturopathic primary care, acupuncture, counseling services, and nutrition services; located at the Kenmore campus, accepts many insurance plans with out-of-pocket visits starting at $40.
  • Bastyr University Clinic – San Diego Clinical services location in San Diego providing natural healthcare services.
  • Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations (Continuing Education) Doula and birth educator training classes, including Childbirth Educator Training and Birth Doula Training, with curriculum approved by DONA, ToLabor, and Birthing Advocacy.
  • Seattle Meeting and Event Services Conference and meeting facilities at the Kenmore campus, ACCED-I certified, offering multiple private spaces for events, retreats, and workshops.

Companies that use Bastyr University

Customer profile

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Bastyr University technology and API

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Bastyr University partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

  • DONA (Doulas of North America)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLabor Support Course/Doula Training at Simkin Center is DONA-approved. The Simkin Center at Bastyr University has helped more than 10,000 students meet their educational goals since 1988.
  • ToLaborminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLabor Support Course/Doula Training at Simkin Center is ToLabor approved, in addition to Birthing Advocacy approved training.
  • Birthing AdvocacyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSimkin Center offers Birthing Advocacy approved Labor Support/Doula Training and Childbirth Educator Training.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Bastyr University competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Pacific College of Health and Science: Direct peer — offers accredited programs in acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, and nursing with multiple U.S. campuses, competing for students interested in integrative and natural health careers.
  • National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM): Direct peer — Portland-based naturopathic and classical Chinese medicine university with comparable degree programs in naturopathic medicine, nutrition, and integrative health, serving a similar student demographic in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Maryland University of Integrative Health: Direct peer — graduate-only institution offering degrees in acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and integrative health, competing in the same online/graduate health-sciences segment.
  • National University of Health Sciences: Direct peer — accredited institution offering naturopathic medicine alongside chiropractic and acupuncture programs, competing for integrative health students and clinical training placements.
  • Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine: Direct peer — Canada's leading accredited naturopathic medical school, training NDs with a similar science-based natural medicine curriculum and serving as a benchmark for Canadian applicant flow to U.S. schools.
  • Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine: Direct peer — another accredited Canadian naturopathic program with overlapping curriculum and direct competition for students across the Pacific Northwest recruitment corridor.
  • Sonoran University of Health Sciences (formerly SCNM): Direct peer — another accredited naturopathic medical school offering a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program plus integrative health degrees, competing for the same prospective students and faculty.

Emerging players

  • Saybrook University: Humanistic psychology and mind-body medicine graduate university with overlapping interests in integrative and holistic health education, partially competing for adult-learner online enrollees.

Broad incumbents

  • National University (San Diego): Larger private nonprofit university based in San Diego with broad health sciences programs that overlaps geographically with Bastyr's San Diego campus for health-professional applicants.
  • University of Bridgeport (Integrative Health programs): Broader private university that hosts the College of Naturopathic Medicine and complementary integrative health programs, serving as both a competitor and benchmark for accreditation and scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Bastyr University compliance and trust

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Bastyr University subsidiaries and ownership

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Subsidiaries4 records

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Bastyr University M&A and investment

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Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Bastyr University

What does Bastyr University do?

Bastyr University is a private nonprofit higher-education institution that sells accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs in naturopathic medicine, midwifery, nutrition, counseling psychology, herbal sciences, exercise science, and maternal-child health systems, delivered at campuses in Kenmore, WA and San Diego, CA and via online formats. It also sells clinical services through two teaching clinics (Bastyr Center for Natural Health and Bastyr University Clinic – San Diego) and ancillary offerings including continuing education for birth professionals and campus venue rentals for events.

Is Bastyr University a public or private company?

Bastyr University is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was Bastyr University founded?

Bastyr University was founded in 1978. It employs 251 to 500 people.

Where is Bastyr University based?

Bastyr University is headquartered in Kenmore, United States, in the North America region.

How does Bastyr University make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Tuition and Academic Programs are the primary driver. The others are clinical Services, event and Facility Rental and continuing Education.

Who are Bastyr University's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Pacific College of Health and Science, National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), Maryland University of Integrative Health, National University of Health Sciences, Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine and Sonoran University of Health Sciences (formerly SCNM). Saybrook University is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are National University (San Diego) and University of Bridgeport (Integrative Health programs).

Does Bastyr University have an API?

No public API is recorded for Bastyr University.

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PrwebBastyr University Appoints Randy Frisch, PhD, JD, MBA PresidentThe Bastyr University Board of Trustees has appointed Randy Frisch as the university's seventh president, succeeding Interim President and Co-Founder Dr. Joseph Pizzorno. Frisch previously co-developed the university's turnaround plan that restored financial stability while reducing costs for the naturopathic medicine doctorate program. The appointment marks a transition in leadership at one of the nation's leading institutions for naturopathic medicine and aligned health sciences.PrwebBastyr University Appoints Dr. Joseph Pizzorno as ChancellorThe Bastyr University Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Joseph Pizzorno as the university's first chancellor on June 10, 2026, elevating him from his role as Co-founder and Interim President. The board cited his leadership in restoring the university to financial stability and his ability to identify areas for growth as reasons for the appointment. In his new role, Dr. Pizzorno plans to expand naturopathic clinical care at the Kenmore campus to lower barriers to healthcare access for people of all income levels.PrwebBastyr University Launches 3-Year Doctor of Naturopathic MedicineBastyr University announced the launch of a three-year Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program at its Kenmore, Washington and San Diego, California campuses, with the inaugural class beginning June 23, 2026. The accelerated program offers 4,102 hours of instruction and 270 doctoral degree credits over 41 weeks of annual learning, designed to reduce tuition costs while maximizing clinical experience. The program aims to train the next generation of integrated care physicians to deliver primary health care across the United States.nutraingredients.comResurrecting Bastyr and preserving the soul of the natural health movementBastyr University, the first nationally accredited naturopathic medical school in the US founded in 1978, is undergoing a revival under founding president Joe Pizzorno after facing severe financial distress including $14 million in losses over three years, a $3.3 million budget deficit, default on an $8.6 million bank loan, and risk of losing accreditation. The university, which has produced over 10,000 graduates who significantly influenced the $60 billion dietary supplement industry, is counting on donor support by June 30 to erase remaining debt and return to its founding mission of science-based natural medicine. Barlean's Organic Oils has made a recent three-year $1 million pledge as part of recovery efforts.PR NewswireBastyr University Now Offering Free Virtual Wellness Coaching Visits in Response to COVID-19Bastyr University, a natural health sciences university based in Kenmore, Washington with a campus in San Diego, California, is offering free virtual wellness coaching services to communities in those two states during the COVID-19 pandemic. The coaching sessions are 45 minutes long, offered once weekly for up to 10 weeks, and supervised by clinical faculty members who can refer clients for mental health counseling if needed. The initiative aims to help people manage stress, maintain self-care routines, and improve social connections while dealing with pandemic-related isolation and financial worries.PR NewswireBastyr University Appoints Harlan Patterson As New PresidentBastyr University's Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Harlan Patterson as University President on April 24, 2018, transitioning him from his role as Interim President since July 2017. Patterson previously served nearly six years on the University's Board of Trustees and held executive positions at the University of Washington, including Executive Director of the Washington Vaccine Alliance. The Board cited Patterson's steady leadership during a challenging period and expressed confidence in his ability to guide the institution through what Washburn described as 'tremendous change and growth' in its 40th year.GlobeNewswireDr. Kaleb Lund of Herbal Analytics Awarded Research Grant From Bastyr University in Washington State for New Drug DiscoveryDr. Kaleb Lund of Herbal Analytics received a Bastyr University research grant for standardizing Banisteriopsis caapi, aiming for an FDA-approved Phase I trial of Ayahuasca tea. The grant supports a pilot study to lead to a National Institutes of Health grant application. Affinor Growers, which owns 49% of Herbal Analytics, sees this as a step toward large-scale drug discovery in cannabis.