Explore the health conditions I often treat, and the kinds of questions that I hear from my patients:
- Autoimmune conditions
- Gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions
- Brain health
- Thyroid problems
- Hormone imbalance
- Long-term unexplained symptoms
- Non-pharmacologic approaches to chronic conditions
- Optimizing health, promoting longevity
Autoimmune conditions
“How can I heal my autoimmune conditions at the source?”
“What else can I do to help my immune system work better?”
“How can I keep from developing more autoimmune conditions?”
“What role does diet play in autoimmunity, and how do I find out the best way for me to eat to help myself heal?”
“How can I (try to) avoid taking medications that suppress my immune system?”
Identifying and addressing the root causes of autoimmunity can go a long way in preventing and reversing the resulting conditions. We can investigate what issues are preventing healing from occurring and find out what your body needs to return to health. I also work with health coaches and nutritionists who can help you identify and maintain specific lifestyle changes to support your goals.
Gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions
“What is causing my gas and bloating?”
“How can I get off the reflux medication I have taken for years?”
“Why do I have chronic constipation?”
“How can I treat my irritable bowel syndrome naturally?”
“What effects do the foods I eat have on my gut symptoms?”
The gut is at the root of so many issues. Things like the food we eat, our stress levels, and how we sleep can have significant effects on our gut health as well as the health of the rest of the body. I often use comprehensive stool testing for a deep look at the microbiome and gut function to help heal GI conditions from the ground up.
Brain health
“I have a family history of Alzheimer’s. What can I do to keep myself from developing this dreaded disease?”
“I am noticing some memory problems. Is there a way to keep my brain function from declining further?”
“I have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. How can I take a proactive approach to dealing with this condition?”
I have trained with Dr. Dale Bredesen, author of The End of Alzheimer’s, to use his ReCODE and PreCODE programs for cognitive decline treatment and prevention. I use a functional medicine approach to investigate the underlying issues in each person’s cognitive risks. Together, we will work on finding and “covering the holes” contributing to or increasing the risk of neurodegenerative disease.
Thyroid problems
“I have hypothyroidism. Why do I still feel bad, even though I am told that my numbers are normal?”
“What is the best thyroid replacement for me?”
“I have Hashimoto’s, but my thyroid is still working. What can I do to keep my thyroid functioning and reduce my antibody levels?”
I take a highly individualized approach to thyroid conditions, starting with a comprehensive thyroid panel and then digging to find the root issues triggering the disorder. I work to optimize the approach for each individual, including finding the right thyroid hormone replacement strategy.
Hormone imbalance
“How can I find the best way to balance my hormones?”
“What are natural ways to help reduce the symptoms of menopause?”
“How can I find out what is going on with my adrenals, and how to help support their function?”
“Are my symptoms related to low testosterone, and if so, what can I do about it?”
“How can I address my PCOS to reduce the long-term problems associated with this condition?”
I take into account in-depth hormone testing, symptoms, and personal preferences to come up with an individualized plan to help balance hormones. I prescribe bioidentical hormones when appropriate and work closely with compounding pharmacists to find the best options and regimen for each person I see.
Long-term unexplained symptoms
“Could mold exposure or chronic Lyme be at the root of my symptoms?”
“I have had so many different symptoms and have been to many different doctors without success. Can you help me figure out what is going on?”
Most traditional physicians don’t have the time in a patient visit to tease out the causes for complicated or puzzling symptoms. I begin by listening to your whole story and then do targeted testing to help you find answers. I am here as your guide, even when the going gets tough.
Non-pharmacologic approaches to chronic conditions
“What are some alternatives to medications for my high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, depression, anxiety, or ADHD?”
“Are there diet and lifestyle changes that can reduce my cholesterol, pain, blood pressure, or headaches?”
“What could be causing my chronic pain, and how can I deal with it without taking pills that cause a lot of side effects?”
“How can I avoid surgery for my arthritis?”
I have many tools and resources that provide other options for managing and reversing chronic conditions such as migraines, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. We will create a custom program together to reduce your need for prescription medications and find the best way for you to reverse your condition(s).
Optimizing health, promoting longevity
“How can I find out what nutrients I am deficient in, rather than taking a bunch of vitamins I don’t necessarily need?”
“How can I live in a way most conducive to a long, healthy life?”
“How can I slow down the aging process?”
“How can I best prevent the conditions that run in my family?”
We will look at your whole health picture, assess your risks, choose areas on which to focus, and come up with a plan to achieve your goals. I can guide you through the latest research on longevity, and together we can decide on the best approach for you.
Autoimmune conditions
“How can I heal my autoimmune conditions at the source?”
“What else can I do to help my immune system work better?”
“How can I keep from developing more autoimmune conditions?”
“What role does diet play in autoimmunity, and how do I found out the best way for me to eat to help myself heal?”
“How can I (try to) avoid taking medications that suppress my immune system?”
Identifying and addressing the root causes of autoimmunity can help both prevent and reverse these conditions. We can investigate what issues are preventing healing from occurring and also find out what your body needs to return to health. I also work with health coaches and nutritionists who can help you identify and maintain specific lifestyle changes to support your goals.
Gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions
“What is causing my gas and bloating?”
“How can I get off the reflux medication I have taken for years?”
“Why do I have chronic constipation?”
“How can I treat my irritable bowel syndrome naturally?”
“What effects do the foods I eat have on my gut symptoms?”
The gut is at the root of so many other issues, and things like the food we eat, our stress levels, and how we sleep can have significant effects on our gut health as well as the health of the rest of the body. I often use comprehensive stool testing for a deep look at the microbiome and gut function to help heal GI conditions from the ground up.
Brain health
“I have a family history of Alzheimer’s; how can I keep myself from developing this dreaded disease?”
“I am noticing some memory problems; is there a way to keep my brain function from continuing to decline?”
“I have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. How can I take a proactive approach to dealing with this condition?”
I have trained with Dr. Dale Bredesen, author of The End of Alzheimer’s, to use his ReCODE and PreCODE programs for cognitive decline treatment and prevention. I use a functional medicine approach to investigate the underlying issues in each person’s cognitive risks. Together, we will work on finding and “covering the holes” contributing to or increasing the risk of neurodegenerative disease.
Thyroid problems
“I have hypothyroidism. Why do I still feel bad, even though I keep being told that my numbers are normal?”
“What is the best thyroid replacement for me?”
“I have Hashimoto’s, but my thyroid is still working. What can I do to keep my thyroid functioning and reduce my antibody levels?”
I take a highly individualized approach to thyroid conditions, starting with a more comprehensive thyroid panel and then digging to find the root issues triggering the disorder. I work to optimize the approach for each individual, including finding the right thyroid hormone replacement strategy.
Hormone imbalance
“How can I find the best way to balance my hormones?”
“What are natural ways to help reduce the symptoms of menopause?”
“How can I find out what is going on with my adrenals, and how to help support their function?”
“Are my symptoms related to low testosterone, and if so, what can I do about it?”
“How can I address my PCOS to reduce the long-term problems associated with this condition?”
I take into account in-depth hormone testing, symptoms, and personal preferences to come up with an individualized plan to help balance hormones. I prescribe bioidentical hormones when appropriate and work closely with compounding pharmacists to find the best options and regimen for each person I see.
Long-term unexplained symptoms
“Could mold exposure or chronic Lyme be at the root of my symptoms?”
“I have had so many different symptoms and have been to many different doctors without success. Can you help me figure out what is going on?”
Most traditional physicians don’t have the time in a patient visit to tease out the causes for complicated or puzzling symptoms. I begin by listening to your whole story and then do targeted testing to help you find answers. I am here as your guide, even when the going gets tough.
Non-pharmacologic approaches to chronic conditions
“What are some alternatives to medications for my high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, depression, anxiety, or ADHD?”
“Are there diet and lifestyle changes that can reduce my cholesterol, pain, blood pressure, or headaches?”
“What could be causing my chronic pain, and how can I deal with it without taking pills that cause a lot of side effects?”
“How can I avoid surgery for my arthritis?”
I have many tools and resources that provide other options for managing and reversing chronic conditions such as migraines, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. We will create a custom program together to reduce your need for prescription medications and find the best way for you to reverse your condition(s).
Optimizing health, promoting longevity
“How can I find out what nutrients I am deficient in, rather than taking a bunch of vitamins I don’t necessarily need?”
“How can I live in a way most conducive to a long, healthy life?”
“How can I slow down the aging process?”
“How can I best prevent the conditions that run in my family?”
We will look at your whole health picture, assess your risks, choose areas on which to focus, and come up with a plan to achieve your goals. I can guide you through the latest research on longevity, and together we can decide on the best approach for you.