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Adrenal Insufficiency Treatment in Scottsdale
24 holistic practitioners in Scottsdale who can help with Adrenal Insufficiency. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
24 Practitioners
1 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Adrenal Insufficiency
Gabriel distinguishes TRUE adrenal insufficiency (life-threatening, needs hormone replacement) from HPA axis dysfunction ("adrenal fatigue"—cortisol dysregulation, recoverable). TRUE insufficiency: primary (Addison's—autoimmune) or secondary/tertiary (pituitary/hypothalamus) or iatrogenic (steroid-i...
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Key Supplements
- TRUE Insufficiency requires hydrocortisone 15-25mg/day divided doses (typically morning, midday, afternoon—mimics natural cortisol rhythm) OR prednisone 5-7mg/day, Fludrocortisone 0.05-0.2mg/day (if primary—mineralocorticoid replacement for aldosterone), Salt tablets or increased dietary salt (sodium replacement), DHEA 25-50mg (adrenals produce DHEA—replacement improves quality of life in women especially), Supportive (don't replace medical treatment): Vitamin C 1-2g/day (adrenal glands concentrate vitamin C), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) 500-1000mg (adrenal function), Magnesium 400mg, Vitamin D3 5000 IU (many autoimmune Addison's have other autoimmune conditions), Licorice Root (if NOT on fludrocortisone—raises cortisol, but can raise BP, use cautiously), Adaptogenic herbs CAUTIOUSLY (Ashwagandha, Rhodiola—may help but don't replace steroids), Electrolyte replacement
Key Lab Markers
- Morning cortisol (LOW in insufficiency—<3 μg/dL diagnostic, 3-10 suspicious), ACTH stimulation test (GOLD STANDARD—cosyntropin injection, measure cortisol at 30 and 60 min, failure to rise adequately confirms insufficiency), ACTH level (HIGH in primary—adrenal damage, LOW in secondary/tertiary—pituitary/hypothalamus problem), Aldosterone (LOW in primary insufficiency), Renin (HIGH if aldosterone low), DHEA-S (often low), Comprehensive metabolic panel (electrolytes—hyponatremia, hyperkalemia in crisis), Blood glucose (hypoglycemia common), CBC (anemia, eosinophilia), TSH (rule out concurrent thyroid issues—common in autoimmune), 21-Hydroxylase antibodies (if primary suspected—autoimmune Addison's), MRI pituitary (if secondary suspected—pituitary tumor, damage), Medication history (chronic steroid use—iatrogenic most common)
Practitioners in Scottsdale for Adrenal Insufficiency
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#1
94GPS
Eastern Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Yinan ·LAc, California and Arizona licensed acupuncturists
5.0(112)
Scottsdale area
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94GPS
Eastern Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Yinan 'Kevin' Wang, LAc; Dr. Jing Liu, LAc·LAc, California and Arizona licensed acupuncturists
5.0(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
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92GPS
Scottsdale Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Nicole Sundene, NMD·NMD, 27+ years experience, author of
4.9(87)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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92GPS
Diana Lynn DaGrosa Acupuncture
Diana Lynn DaGrosa, LAc, MSOM, ACN·LAc, MSOM, ACN, 35+ years experience
5.0(0)
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Acupuncture
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92GPS
Diana Lynn DaGrosa Acupuncture
Diana Lynn DaGrosa, LAc, MSOM, ACN·LAc, MSOM, ACN, 35+ years experience
5.0(0)
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Acupuncture
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92GPS
Scottsdale Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Nicole Sundene, NMD·NMD, 27+ years experience, author of 'The Hormonal Acne Diet'
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
Natural Med Doc Scottsdale
VerifiedDr. Sarah Bennett, NMD; Dr. Ibarra, NMD; Dr. Garcia, NMD·NMD, Sonoran University trained, Dr. Bennett completed residency at Keystone Natural Family Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 630-9093#8
90GPS
Natural Med Doc Scottsdale
VerifiedDr. Sarah Bennett, NMD; Dr. Ibarra, NMD; Dr. Garcia, NMD·NMD, Sonoran University trained, Dr. Bennett completed residency at Keystone Natural Family Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 630-9093#9
89GPS
Dr. Roz Ranon Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Roz Ranon, NMD·NMD, fellowship in metabolic/nutritional/functional medicine (ABAAHP), advanced metabolic endocrinology certification
4.8(63)
9767 N 91st St, Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 999-0809#10
89GPS
Dr. Roz Ranon Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Roz Ranon, NMD·NMD, fellowship in metabolic/nutritional/functional medicine (ABAAHP), advanced metabolic endocrinology certification
4.8(0)
9767 N 91st St, Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 999-0809#11
87GPS
Tao Acupuncture Clinic
Jong Han, LAc·LAc, Masters in Oriental Medicine
4.9(58)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Dr. Liz Hogan Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Liz Hogan, NMD·NMD, award-winning naturopathic physician
4.9(64)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
Tao Acupuncture Clinic
Jong Han, LAc·LAc, Masters in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Dr. Liz Hogan Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Liz Hogan, NMD·NMD, award-winning naturopathic physician
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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86GPS
Zamora Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(72)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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(480) 300-5767#16
86GPS
Modern Medicine AZ
VerifiedDr. David Gallegos, NMD·NMD, founder, bilingual practitioner
4.8(52)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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86GPS
Zamora Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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(480) 300-5767#18
86GPS
Modern Medicine AZ
VerifiedDr. David Gallegos, NMD·NMD, founder, bilingual practitioner
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Ethos Integrative Medicine
VerifiedMultiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.8(45)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Andrew Bosun Kim Acupuncture
Andrew Bosun Kim, LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM)·LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), MS in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Andrew Bosun Kim Acupuncture
Andrew Bosun Kim, LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM)·LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), MS in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Ethos Integrative Medicine
VerifiedMultiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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