Integrated and Functional Medicine Services

Services
Simplifying Healthcare Holistically
Primary Care
Holistic Family Medicine
Dr. Washington’s primary care services go beyond standard exams to uncover the root causes of disease rather than merely addressing symptoms. By integrating conventional medical practices with alternative therapies, he provides personalized care that bridges science and tradition.
This approach acknowledges the profound connection between physical symptoms and mental health. Stress, anxiety, depression, and past trauma can exacerbate physical ailments, and addressing these factors is essential for lasting healing.
Trauma-informed care is at the heart of Dr. Washington’s practice, which recognizes the long-term impacts of adverse experiences, particularly those stemming from childhood. Understanding a patient’s history of trauma enables empathetic, individualized care that fosters trust and healing.
Issues Covered and Addressed in Integrated Primary Care:
- Standard Exam
- Medical History
- Psychological Stressors
- Mental and Emotional Stressors
- Physical Health
- Lifestyle
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Family Dynamic
Medical Consultation
Second Medical Opinion
If you are facing a health crisis, you can request a second opinion at any point during your diagnosis or treatment. Some reasons to consider getting a second opinion include:
- When your diagnosis is unclear.
- If you have doubts about a suggested surgery or treatment.
- If your current treatment is not effective.
Obtaining a Second Medical Opinion Can Benefit Your Health in Several Ways:
- Treatment Options: A second opinion can help you comprehend your treatment options, including the advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Reassurance: Seeking a second opinion can provide reassurance and peace of mind.
Additional Services
Comprehensive Sleep Disorder Care
Sleep Therapy
Are you or your loved ones struggling with insomnia, restless leg syndrome, or sleep apnea? Dr. Washington provides tailored treatments for various sleep issues, recognizing that sleep quality and duration are foundational to recovery and well-being.
Insufficient and poor-quality sleep is one of the most pervasive and fundamental contributors to illness and disease. Dr. Washington’s goal for each patient is to feel well-rested and capable and enjoy a sense of well-being while functioning at their full potential during the daytime hours.
The most common sleep disorders—including sleep apnea, insomnia, periodic leg movement, and restless leg syndrome—are not random occurrences. Dr. Washington works with patients to determine the root causes of these issues and provide tailored treatments.
Sleep Disorder Care includes:
- Guidance to help establish a healthy, balanced circadian rhythm.
- Gradual lifestyle adjustments along with significant behavioral changes, if necessary
- Medication, if necessary.
- A Therapy Plan to make sustainable improvements over time.
ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
A Non-stigmatizing Approach
Experience a non-stigmatizing approach when Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is treated as a unique way of functioning with both strengths and challenges.
Individuals who exhibit thinking and behavior patterns consistent with ADHD, previously known as ADD, do not have a disease or disorder. Instead, they possess a unique set of abilities and challenges. With understanding and proper teaching, training, and management, these individuals can unlock opportunities for personal growth in various areas of life, including work, social interactions, and academics.
Dr. Washington’s medical treatment approach is also designed to help ADHD patients enhance all areas of their lives.
Dr. Washington's ADHD patients receive support through:
- Personalized, ongoing care tailored to each patient's needs, preferences, and resources.
- Counseling, medication, lifestyle adjustments, or alternative therapies.