“I have always wanted to provide a different type of healthcare. I want people to look forward to going to the doctor, knowing it will be an avenue to help them. Knowing, it will improve the way they feel on a day to day basis. Doctor visits today are often rushed. Patients often leave with questions there weren’t time to answer. In my practice I have time to sit and really talk to my patients.”

• The focus in medicine today is on treatment, not prevention or etiology of illness. We need to step back and see where problems start in order to solve them.
• Gluten intolerance/Celiac Disease: This is an area of particular interest to me. Many people are inaccurately evaluated for celiac disease. When new patients are diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten intolerance ( now known as non-celiac gluten sensitivity) they are often given a handout on a gluten free diet and sent on their way. This new diet/lifestyle can be overwhelming at first. In addition, at diagnosis and beyond, many people are in need of treatment and testing beyond the gluten free diet. Without guidance, the time and road to recovery can be much longer, especially for those who have been very ill.
• While I firmly believe in, and use, traditional medicine, I also know there are other avenues that can aid in achieving optimal health. These include areas such as nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, mind-body medicine and acupuncture. I try to use as natural of an approach as is possible.
• I know sometimes traditional medicine falls short in treating certain health issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, food sensitivities, autoimmune diseases, attention deficit disorder, brain “fog”, etc. I will work with you from an integrative medicine perspective to treat issues such as these.
• I have the unique perspective of an integrative medicine physician and dietitian and truly believe in using all aspects of my knowledge to treat you.I do work as a consultant and ask that you continue routine care with your primary care physician.

Amy Burkhart M.D., R.D.