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Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism) Treatment in Philadelphia
30 holistic practitioners in Philadelphia who can help with Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
30 Practitioners
2 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism)
Gabriel addresses Graves' as autoimmune condition requiring immune modulation and root cause treatment, not just thyroid suppression. Conventional offers: antithyroid drugs (temporary), radioactive iodine (permanent destruction), or surgery (removal)—all suppress/destroy thyroid without addressing a...
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IV Nutrient TherapyInfrared Sauna Therapy
Key Supplements
- L-Carnitine 2-4g/day (CRITICAL—blocks thyroid hormone action in peripheral tissues, reduces symptoms WITHOUT affecting thyroid function—proven effective), Selenium 200-400mcg (reduces thyroid antibodies, immune modulation), Vitamin D3 5000-10000 IU (immune regulation, most Graves' patients deficient), Omega-3 4g/day (anti-inflammatory, immune modulation), Magnesium 400-600mg (often depleted in hyperthyroidism, needed for hundreds of reactions), Calcium + Vitamin D (hyperthyroidism causes bone loss—protection), Bugleweed (Lycopus) 500mg 3x/day (traditional herb for hyperthyroidism—mild thyroid suppression), Lemon Balm (Melissa) 500mg 3x/day (blocks TSH receptor, reduces thyroid hormone), Motherwort (for heart symptoms—tachycardia, palpitations), L-Theanine 200mg 2-3x/day (calming, reduces anxiety from hyperthyroidism), Antioxidants (vitamin C, E, glutathione—oxidative stress high in hyperthyroidism), Probiotics 50-100B CFU (gut-immune axis), Curcumin 1g 2x/day (anti-inflammatory, immune modulation), Zinc 30-50mg
Key Lab Markers
- TSH (suppressed—usually <0.1 in Graves'), Free T3 and Free T4 (ELEVATED), Thyroid antibodies: TSH Receptor Antibodies (TRAb) or Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI)—DIAGNOSTIC for Graves' (positive in 90%), TPO and Thyroglobulin antibodies (may be elevated but not diagnostic), Radioactive iodine uptake scan (RAIU—diffusely increased uptake confirms Graves', vs nodular—toxic adenoma, vs thyroiditis—low uptake), Thyroid ultrasound (increased vascularity in Graves'), CBC (watch WBC if on methimazole—can cause agranulocytosis), Comprehensive metabolic panel (liver—affected by hyperthyroidism and medications), Calcium (bone loss from hyperthyroidism), Vitamin D, Selenium, Zinc, Magnesium, Comprehensive stool test (gut-autoimmune connection), Food sensitivity panel (gluten—molecular mimicry), EBV titers (viral trigger), Heavy metals, Bone density scan if prolonged hyperthyroidism (osteoporosis risk)
Practitioners in Philadelphia for Graves' Disease (Hyperthyroidism)
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#1
94GPS
Philadelphia Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Georgia Tetlow, DO & Dr. Jen Patterson, DO·DO, board-certified physicians
4.9(156)
Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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94GPS
Philadelphia Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Georgia Tetlow, DO & Dr. Jen Patterson, DO·DO, board-certified physicians
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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93GPS
Meeting Point Health
VerifiedDr. Stephen Matta, DO & Mary Anne Matta, LAc·DO board-certified in primary care, orthopedics, and stem cell therapy; MS, MA, LAc
4.9(87)
Philadelphia, PA 19127
Functional Medicine Consultation
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93GPS
Meeting Point Health
VerifiedDr. Stephen Matta, DO & Mary Anne Matta, LAc·DO board-certified in primary care, orthopedics, and stem cell therapy; MS, MA, LAc
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA 19127
Functional Medicine Consultation
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92GPS
Philly Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Michal Waldfogel, ND·ND, 10+ years patient care experience
5.0(45)
Philadelphia, PA
naturopathic medicine
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92GPS
Philly Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Michal Waldfogel, ND·ND, 10+ years patient care experience
5.0(0)
Philadelphia, PA
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
Tara Nayak ND
VerifiedDr. Tara Nayak, ND·ND, specialty testing certified
4.9(38)
Philadelphia, PA
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
Tara Nayak ND
VerifiedDr. Tara Nayak, ND·ND, specialty testing certified
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA
naturopathic medicine
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89GPS
Seed Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Rachelle Jean-Paul, ND·ND, licensed acupuncturist
4.9(42)
Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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89GPS
Philadelphia Mind-Body Acupuncture
Dr. Aaron, DAOM & Dr. Mary, LAc·DAOM, LAc, Pennsylvania licensed
4.9(64)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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89GPS
Seed Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Rachelle Jean-Paul, ND·ND, licensed acupuncturist
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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89GPS
Philadelphia Mind-Body Acupuncture
Dr. Aaron, DAOM & Dr. Mary, LAc·DAOM, LAc, Pennsylvania licensed
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Philadelphia Community Acupuncture
Erin Schmitt, LAc & Billy Scott, LAc·LAc, Pennsylvania licensed acupuncturists
4.9(52)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
The Healing Point Acupuncture & Massage
Dr. Meredith Murphy, LAc·LAc, Pennsylvania licensed, NCCAOM Diplomate
4.9(47)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Marcus Institute of Integrative Health
Multiple Practitioners·Jefferson Health affiliated, board-certified practitioners
4.6(92)
925 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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88GPS
Philadelphia Community Acupuncture
Erin Schmitt, LAc & Billy Scott, LAc·LAc, Pennsylvania licensed acupuncturists
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
The Healing Point Acupuncture & Massage
Dr. Meredith Murphy, LAc·LAc, Pennsylvania licensed, NCCAOM Diplomate
4.9(0)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Marcus Institute of Integrative Health
Multiple Practitioners·Jefferson Health affiliated, board-certified practitioners
4.6(0)
925 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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87GPS
Acupuncture Medical Practice
Dr. Qingyao Shi, Lic. OM & Acu·Licensed Oriental Medicine & Acupuncture
4.8(58)
1737 Chestnut Street Ste. 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Barefoot Doctor Community Acupuncture
Rachel, LAc·LAc, NCCAOM certified, Pennsylvania licensed
5.0(36)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Functional Holistic Healing
VerifiedDr. Nadia Ali, MD, MPH·MD, MPH, integrative medicine trained
4.8(41)
Philadelphia area
integrative medicine
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87GPS
Jefferson Health Functional Medicine
VerifiedDr. Anthony Bazzan, MD·MD, functional medicine specialist
4.6(67)
Philadelphia area
Functional Medicine Consultation
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87GPS
Acupuncture Medical Practice
Dr. Qingyao Shi, Lic. OM & Acu·Licensed Oriental Medicine & Acupuncture
4.8(0)
1737 Chestnut Street Ste. 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Barefoot Doctor Community Acupuncture
Rachel, LAc·LAc, NCCAOM certified, Pennsylvania licensed
5.0(0)
Philadelphia, PA
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Functional Holistic Healing
VerifiedDr. Nadia Ali, MD, MPH·MD, MPH, integrative medicine trained
4.8(0)
Philadelphia area
integrative medicine
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87GPS
Jefferson Health Functional Medicine
VerifiedDr. Anthony Bazzan, MD·MD, functional medicine specialist
4.6(0)
Philadelphia area
Functional Medicine Consultation
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86GPS
Women Wise Holistic Healthcare
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.8(54)
Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA
integrative medicine
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86GPS
Penn Medicine Holistic Therapies
Multiple Practitioners·Penn Medicine affiliated, licensed practitioners
4.5(84)
Multiple Penn Medicine locations
integrative medicine
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