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Rosacea Treatment in Philadelphia
30 holistic practitioners in Philadelphia who can help with Rosacea. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
30 Practitioners
2 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Rosacea
Gabriel treats rosacea as gut-skin condition with immune-vascular component, not just "sensitive skin." SIBO extremely common in rosacea patients—treat gut, skin often clears. Protocol: 1) Test and treat SIBO (breath test, herbal antimicrobials or rifaximin—many rosacea patients clear when SIBO trea...
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Key Supplements
- Gut-focused (CRITICAL for rosacea): SIBO treatment if positive: Herbal antimicrobials (Berberine 500mg 3x/day, Oregano oil 500mg 3x/day, Neem, Allicin—rotate), OR Rifaximin (prescription antibiotic for SIBO—very effective, discuss with doctor), Digestive Enzymes with meals, Probiotics (after SIBO treatment—Soil-based or Saccharomyces boulardii initially), H. pylori treatment if positive (see H. pylori protocol), L-Glutamine 5-10g/day (gut healing), Anti-inflammatory/Mast cell stabilization: Quercetin 1000mg 3x/day (mast cell stabilizer, reduces flushing), Omega-3 2-4g/day (anti-inflammatory), Curcumin 1g 2x/day (anti-inflammatory), Vitamin D3 5000 IU (immune modulation), DAO enzyme (if histamine intolerance—take with meals), Vitamin C 1000mg 2x/day (antihistamine effect), Zinc 30mg (skin health, anti-inflammatory), Niacinamide (vitamin B3) 500mg 2x/day (reduces flushing—NOT niacin which causes flushing), Azelaic Acid (topical—kills Demodex, anti-inflammatory), Green tea extract (topical and oral—anti-inflammatory, antioxidant), Chrysanthemum (traditional for rosacea—anti-inflammatory), Licorice Root Extract (topical—anti-inflammatory, but avoid oral if high BP), Demodex treatment (if overgrowth suspected): Tea Tree Oil (topical—diluted 5%, kills Demodex mites), Ivermectin (Soolantra topical or oral if severe—prescription, very effective for papulopustular rosacea), Sulfur-based products (traditional for rosacea—antimicrobial), Topical: Azelaic Acid 15-20% (Finacea—prescription or Melazepam OTC, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial), Metronidazole gel (prescription—antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory), Niacinamide serum (reduces redness), Aloe vera gel (soothing), Green tea extract, Licorice root extract, Gentle moisturizer (ceramide-based, fragrance-free)
Key Lab Markers
- Clinical diagnosis (persistent facial redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, papules/pustules—no comedones differentiates from acne), SIBO breath test (CRITICAL—hydrogen/methane, 50%+ rosacea patients have SIBO, treating SIBO often clears rosacea), H. pylori testing (stool antigen or breath test—common in rosacea), Comprehensive stool test (dysbiosis, other pathogens), Skin scraping (microscopy—assess Demodex mite density, if >5 mites per cm² suggests overgrowth), Food sensitivity panel (IgG—identify triggers, but elimination diet more reliable), Histamine/DAO level (if suspect histamine intolerance), Hormone panel (if peri/menopausal—fluctuations worsen rosacea), Vitamin D, Omega-3 Index, Zinc, CBC, Comprehensive metabolic panel
Practitioners in Philadelphia for Rosacea
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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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