Patients Medical takes a different approach to holistic medicine than many other wellness centers.  We believe that our patients should benefit as much from modern medical research and technology as those that visit conventional doctors’ offices.  We do not categorically reject conventional medicine; instead, we feel that it complements our holistic treatments well, allowing us to diagnose patients more quickly and accurately.

Rest assured that this technology is never used for a “quick fix” to any of our patients’ problems.  Our desire is to help us examine a patient’s health issues as thoroughly as possible.  We are keenly aware that many doctors will write a quick prescription to cure the immediate symptoms.  At Patients Medical, we aspire to offer our patients more than that.  Through the advanced diagnostic testing and treatment available at our facilities, we instead hope to provide an extremely comprehensive, highly personalized health care experience.

Toward this goal, our center has invested in more than $1 million in cutting edge medical technology. Our doctors and practitioners also stay abreast of the scientific literature, constantly educating themselves about the latest techniques and treatments.

We also recognize that many new discoveries in medicine require extensive preliminary testing before they can get funding for organized clinical trials.  In support of this, we have available several recently developed protocols that have shown to be very successful with our patients, including:

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

Hyperbaric oxygen has been used for decades to treat diving-related illnesses, deep infections, and severe burns.  Its use is officially sanctioned for thirteen specific conditions described by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Society.  Beyond these, however, this technology has been shown to be useful for treating many other conditions, though the much of the data is preliminary.  Such “off-label” use of this technology (which is permitted by the FDA) also includes treatment for asthma, autism, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, stroke rehabilitation, and many others.

Bio-Identical Hormones

Although some natural sources of hormones are used for hormone replacement therapies, the majority of treatments are done using manufactured hormones.  Because biological molecules cannot be patented, pharmaceutical companies typically make subtle structural changes to the hormones so that they can still profit from their sales.  Bio-identical hormones are instead synthesized such that they are structurally identical to their natural counterparts.  A January 2009 study published by Dr. Kent Holtorf confirmed that not only are bio-identical hormones as potent as pharmaceutical hormones, there appear to be fewer health risks associated with them.  Our doctors at Patients Medical were recommended for their expertise with bioidentical hormones by Suzanne Somers in her book Ageless: The Naked Truth about Bioidentical Hormones.

DAN Protocol (for Autism)

Defeat Autism Now (DAN) is an organization that formed in 1995 to promote collaboration between researchers, doctors, and parents of autistic children.  Through their regular conferences, the latest biomedical research publications are shared and evaluated to update the DAN Protocol, a comprehensive autism treatment manual released to licensed DAN practitioners.  In these approaches, the drugs conventionally used to manage autism are considered the last choice.  Instead, nutritional supplements, chelation therapies, dietary modifications, and other natural methods are emphasized to offer the autistic child the safest and most effective long term treatment regimens available.

In these and our other treatment programs, you will find that our commitment, first and foremost, is to the patient.  Offering the best medical solutions, both alternative and conventional, is a tremendous part of what keeps Patients Medical on the cutting edge of health care!

As our practice has grown over the years, we have fostered a uniquely collaborative atmosphere among our doctors and practitioners.  Conventional doctors are often satisfied with tying a symptom to a particular illness, but at Patients Medical, we strive to uncover the root cause of your ailments.  To accomplish this, we always approach our patients’ health issues from several different angles, bringing in the expertise of as many specialists as your case calls for.

When you visit Patients Medical, you’ll find that your initial interview is much longer than what you would experience in a regular doctor’s office. Rather than a quick 10 minute assessment and diagnosis, we take a full hour getting to know your personal medical history to understand your symptoms.  During this first meeting, we also begin formulating your treatment plan, for which we may call upon other doctors in our practice. Many of our cases are handled by teams of doctors and practictioners, rather than a single physician, so that each may weigh in on your diagnosis, apply their expertise, and help steer your treatment program as you recover.

Not only does this collaborative approach help our doctors come up with health care solutions and strategies more efficiently, it greatly benefits you, the patient, in several ways:

Since 1974, Patients Medical has been committed to providing the very best integrative health care. By taking an interdisciplinary holistic approach, we offer customized, personalized care designed to treat the whole person, keeping you healthy for life.

Our approach to medicine combines the strengths of traditional and holistic medicine with the benefits of modern technologies. We believe that both alternative and conventional medicine are valid choices.

We also recognize that the key to long-lasting wellness is treating the underlying causes of your symptoms, rather than temporarily alleviating the symptoms themselves. Because this is a complicated process, we never rush through your consultations, and all treatments are advised after careful evaluation your case from multiple angles, sometimes by multiple specialists.

We also make sure that you are comfortable with every element of your treatment. Visiting your doctor should never be an intimidating prospect. Our physicians and practitioners keep you actively involved in your treatment design, educating you on the available possibilities and helping you weigh the benefits of each. We encourage all our patients to take charge of their health and your well-being is as important to us as your physical wellness. We endeavor to be more than just doctors:  we are your partners in health.

These elements of our approach to health care embody integrative medicine. We provide the benefits of modern medical science and technology with natural, holistic care to offer a rejuvenating, empowering health care experience.

Over the years, we have also cultivated a unique, collaborative atmosphere among our doctors. We have a talented team of internists, cardiologists, nutritionists, gynecologists, and many other specialists on hand, offering you one stop for your full spectrum of health needs. Because all our specialists work at the same center, they regularly consult one another, taking advantage of each other’s expertise and continuously improving the quality of care that we can provide. Because your specialists work together, they can also more finely tune your treatment programs as you progress toward wellness.

All our physicians are trained in conventional medicine and are board certified with at least 10 years experience in their disciplines. Our practitioners and medical staff are also accomplished professionals, hand-picked because they embody our goals and philosophies. We also ensure that each patient is treated with the utmost kindness, sensitivity, and respect.  Your overall wellness and well-being are important to us!

We firmly believe that recovering and rediscovering your health should be an empowering process. Let Patients Medical help you take charge of your health today, whether you are aware of a medical issue or would just like to improve your overall state of health.

Patients Medical is with you for life!