In a recent national survey of 1200 homeopaths, 28% hold a doctorate degree.

The following was derived from an article in the January/February 2007 issue of Homeopathy Today.

In a recent survey conducted by the American Medical College of Homeopathy, some interesting statistics were found about American homeopaths:

The average age was 49, 76% were female, and 64% were married.

The states with the largest concentrations of practitioners were California, New York, and Arizona.

54% were not in a health related profession before becoming homeopaths.

34% had a bachelor's degree, 19% had a masters, and 28% had a doctorate.

68.6% were uncertified, and 54.9% were unlicensed.

The average time in practice was 11.5 years.

The average new patient charge was $187 (with an average consult time of  106 minutes) and average followup charge was $71 (42 minutes).

14% of practices were on a sliding scale basis and 15% was pro bono.

It took on average 19 months of practice until practitioners broke even.

79% are practicing solo, and 90% are classical practitioners.

Homeopathic income was on average $4500 per month. 

Response to Treatment: 45% of patients achieve exceptionally good responses in multiple domains, 40% get exceptional results in chief complaint, 23% get a partial response, 8% get no response, and 3% get negative reactions.

To download a full PDF of this important survey and to find out about other interesting surveys and studies being conducted, visit the web site of the American Medical College of Homeopathy --  http://www.amcofh.org/Programs/Research.html.