Chronic Diseases

Chronic Diseases Treatment – Causes, Symptoms, Natural Treatments & Integrative Solutions

Embracing a Holistic Approach to Chronic Diseases

Chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and autoimmune disorders affect millions, often leading to diminished quality of life. At Patients Medical in New York City, we offer an integrative approach to managing chronic illnesses, combining conventional medicine with holistic therapies to address the root causes and promote overall well-being.

What Are Chronic Conditions?
Chronic conditions are long-term health issues that often progress slowly and can be managed but not always cured. They include diseases like hypertension, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia.

Why Choose Integrative Treatment?
Integrative medicine combines traditional medical treatments with evidence-based complementary therapies, focusing on the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. This approach aims to enhance the body’s natural healing processes and improve quality of life.(

Root Causes of Chronic Diseases

Understanding the underlying causes is crucial for effective management. Common contributors include:

  • Genetic predisposition: Family history can increase risk.
  • Lifestyle factors: Poor diet, lack of exercise, and stress.
  • Environmental exposures: Toxins and pollutants.
  • Inflammation: Chronic inflammation can lead to various diseases.

Diagnostic Assessment for Personalized Treatment

Imaging studies

Functional assessments

Integrative Treatments for Chronic Diseases

Personalized Nutrition Plans

Nutrition is foundational to healing chronic illness. We design anti-inflammatory meal plans that support gut health, stabilize blood sugar, reduce pain, and increase energy. These are tailored to your food sensitivities, metabolic type, and nutrient deficiencies. Diets may include organic whole foods, fiber-rich vegetables, omega-3s, and targeted eliminations like gluten or dairy—empowering your body to restore balance naturally.

Supplementation

Chronic conditions often deplete vital nutrients like magnesium, vitamin D, B12, and antioxidants. We prescribe pharmaceutical-grade supplements based on lab results to support immune function, reduce inflammation, and optimize cellular repair. These may include herbal extracts, adaptogens, mitochondrial boosters, probiotics, and minerals—all selected to help your body correct imbalances and build long-term resilience against disease.

Physical Activity Programs

Movement is medicine. We tailor safe, effective exercise regimens to meet your physical condition, mobility level, and goals. This may include walking, stretching, strength training, or physical therapy. Regular movement improves circulation, reduces stiffness, supports cardiovascular health, enhances mood, and aids detoxification—all of which are vital in managing chronic symptoms like pain and fatigue.

Detoxification-Protocols

Detoxification Protocols

Many chronic conditions stem from toxic overload. We offer medically guided detox plans using liver-supportive herbs, chelation agents (if heavy metals are involved), binders, and infrared sauna therapy. These detox tools support your liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system to remove environmental toxins, mold, plastics, and heavy metals—helping reduce inflammation and restoring metabolic clarity.

Conventional Medical Management

We don’t ignore modern medicine—we integrate it. Our physicians may prescribe pharmaceuticals or perform diagnostics as needed, but always in context with your lifestyle, labs, and root-cause analysis. This combined approach ensures safe symptom relief while also addressing the underlying dysfunction, allowing many patients to reduce medication dependency over time with their primary physician’s guidance.

Real Case Study: Sarah's Journey to Wellness

Sarah, a 50-year-old woman, struggled with chronic fatigue and joint pain. After a thorough evaluation, we implemented a personalized integrative plan, including dietary changes, supplementation, and mind-body therapies. Over six months, Sarah experienced significant improvements in energy levels and pain reduction, enhancing her quality of life.

Testimonials

Meet Our Doctors

Rashmi Gulati, MD

Medical Director of Patients Medical

Stuart Weg, MD

A holistic pain management physician

Dr. Emine Cosar, MD

Consult Dr. Emine Cosar, MD. For Gynecology

Frequently Asked Questions

We manage a wide range of chronic illnesses, including diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and more.

Integrative medicine combines traditional treatments with complementary therapies, focusing on holistic care.

Yes, when administered by qualified professionals, integrative treatments are safe and effective

Coverage varies; we recommend checking with your provider.

Results vary; some patients notice improvements within weeks, while others may take longer.

Yes, integrative therapies are designed to complement existing treatments.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

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Patients Medical PC
1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

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