Integrative Medicine

Medications can cause side effects, which is why many patients prefer a holistic approach to treating illnesses, injuries, and diseases. At Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head, in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Bretton Powell, MD, David Zweiback, DO, and the rest of the concierge internal medicine team offer integrative medicine that combines traditional medical care with alternative treatments. Schedule an in-person or telemedicine evaluation by calling the office or booking a visit online today.

What is integrative medicine?

Integrative medicine combines complementary and alternative medicine with conventional Western medicine to optimize your overall health and well-being. This approach focuses on holistic (all-natural) solutions with the option of taking medications when medically necessary. The Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head team personalizes each treatment to your unique needs.

What are the benefits of integrative medicine?

You can reap the following benefits and more when choosing integrative medicine at Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head:

• Long-term medical cost savings
• Individualized treatment plans
• Reduced need for medications
• Improved health outcomes
• Effective anti-aging solutions
• Easier weight management
• Enhanced chronic disease management
• Lower risk of chronic disease
• Reduced side effects from medications
• Longer life expectancy
• Enhanced quality of life

Integrative medicine is sometimes just as effective as traditional medications for treating disease risk factors and numerous other health concerns. 

What are examples of integrative medicine treatments?

Integrative care at Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head may include:

• Medically supervised weight loss
• Nutrition plans and dietary supplements
• Acupuncture
• Meditation
• Massage therapy
• Exercise
• Custom diet plans
• NAD+ therapy 
• Peptide therapy
• B12 injections
• Joint injections
• Wellness treatments
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Stress management
• Exercise therapy 
• Medication management

Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head also offers Botox®, dermal fillers, and other aesthetic injectables that reduce common signs of aging. 

The practice provides annual physicals to detect possible health concerns before they cause complications, as well as on-site lab testing for optimal convenience.

Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head uses a concierge medicine model, allowing easy access to providers, no rushed office visits, no long wait times, and convenient scheduling options. 

What can I expect during integrative medicine care?

The Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head team meets with you in person or via telemedicine to get to know you. They check your vital signs, review your medical history, and complete a physical exam when necessary.

You might need lab tests, heart or lung function testing, imaging procedures, or other diagnostic tests to screen for chronic diseases, hormone imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, depression, and other concerns.

Your provider personalizes a treatment based on your specific needs to help you gain energy, live longer, minimize symptoms, and live your best life. You might make lifestyle changes and take medications (only if medically necessary). Call the Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head office at any time with questions or concerns. 

Schedule an integrative medicine evaluation at Monarch Concierge MD - Hilton Head by calling the office or booking a visit online today. Telemedicine is also available.