Thyroid Treatment Doctor

Why Thyroid Disorders Need a New Approach

Thyroid imbalances are often overlooked or misdiagnosed, despite affecting nearly 20 million Americans. At Patients Medical in New York City, we treat the thyroid as part of a larger, interconnected system. Using integrative, functional, and holistic care, we go beyond simply prescribing synthetic hormones. Instead, we investigate the root causes of thyroid dysfunction—so we can help restore true balance and vitality.

What Is the Thyroid?

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism, temperature, and energy. When the thyroid becomes underactive or overactive, it can affect nearly every organ in your body.

Common Thyroid Conditions We Treat:

  • Hypothyroidism – Underactive thyroid; most common, often due to Hashimoto’s disease
  • Hyperthyroidism – Overactive thyroid; may result from Graves’ disease
  • Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis – Autoimmune inflammation causing low thyroid function
  • Goiter and Nodules – Swelling or lumps that may need evaluation
  • Subclinical Hypothyroidism – Mildly low function missed by standard labs

Symptoms of Thyroid Imbalance

Many people live with thyroid symptoms for years without a diagnosis. Common signs include:

Root Causes: Why Did Your Thyroid Go Out of Balance?

In functional medicine, we ask why your thyroid is misfiring instead of just masking symptoms. Common root causes include:

  • Autoimmunity: Hashimoto’s or Graves’ disease driven by immune dysfunction
  • Nutrient deficiencies: Iodine, selenium, zinc, iron, B12, and vitamin D
  • Chronic stress: Raises cortisol, which suppresses thyroid hormone conversion
  • Gut dysbiosis: 70% of thyroid hormone activation happens in the gut
  • Toxin overload: Fluoride, mercury, BPA, and mold exposure disrupt hormones
  • Estrogen dominance or adrenal fatigue: Hormonal imbalances impair thyroid function

Advanced Diagnostic Testing We Use

Standard TSH labs are often not enough. At Patients Medical, we go deeper:

Full thyroid panel: TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3

Thyroid antibodies: TPO and TG for Hashimoto’s

Adrenal testing (cortisol levels, DHEA)

Gut microbiome and leaky gut testing

Heavy metals and environmental toxins

Nutrient deficiencies

Sex hormone panel (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone)

Integrative Treatment Options

Personalized Nutrition

We design anti-inflammatory, thyroid-supportive meal plans tailored to your body’s needs. These may include:

  • Gluten- and dairy-free protocols
  • Autoimmune Paleo (AIP) diets
  • Iodine and selenium balancing
  • Gut-healing protocols

 

Natural Thyroid Hormones

We prescribe bioidentical or natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) options like Armour® or WP Thyroid® when appropriate, rather than relying solely on synthetic T4 medications.

IV Therapy

IV drips with B12, selenium, magnesium, vitamin C, and glutathione to detox, energize, and reduce inflammation.

Herbal and Nutraceutical Support

Targeted supplements such as:

  • Ashwagandha (for adrenal-thyroid axis)
  • L-tyrosine (for hormone synthesis)
  • Selenium and zinc (for T4 to T3 conversion)
  • Myo-inositol (for Hashimoto’s support)

Gut & Autoimmune Healing

We repair the gut lining and rebalance microbiome health to lower antibody production and support immunity.

Hormone Balancing

Our team addresses related hormone issues, including estrogen dominance and adrenal fatigue, to bring the entire endocrine system into harmony.

Case Study: Rebecca’s Road to Recovery

Rebecca, age 43, had struggled with fatigue, anxiety, and weight gain for 5 years. Despite “normal” TSH labs, she felt exhausted and depressed. We discovered:

  • Low Free T3 and elevated Reverse T3
  • High thyroid antibodies (Hashimoto’s)
  • Gut inflammation and nutrient deficiencies

We implemented a 3-month protocol:

  • Natural desiccated thyroid
  • Gut-healing program
  • Autoimmune-friendly diet
  • IV nutrient therapy
  • Stress reduction with adaptogens

Three months later, her antibodies dropped by 60%, her energy returned, and she lost 15 pounds without calorie counting.

Testimonials

Meet Our Doctors

Rashmi Gulati, MD

Medical Director of Patients Medical

Stuart Weg, MD

A holistic pain management physician

Dr. Emine Cosar, MD

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Frequently Asked Questions

 In many cases, yes—especially Hashimoto’s. With the right nutrition, gut healing, and hormone balance, symptoms can improve dramatically.

Yes. We use bioidentical and natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) when it fits the patient’s needs.

Yes. We evaluate and manage nodules with ultrasound, labs, and targeted natural support when appropriate.

Not necessarily. We may complement your current plan or transition gradually, under medical supervision.

We are an out-of-network provider. However, we provide superbills for potential reimbursement. Some labs may be insurance-covered.

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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