Functional medicine doctors in Sarasota, FL

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Sarasota Integrative Health is an integrative wellness center that combines ancient healing arts with nutrition, cleansing, and lifestyle coaching.

We understand that true healing requires a multifaceted approach, which is why we combine the latest detoxification techniques with acupuncture, lifestyle coaching, and advanced supplementation. These services allow us to treat a wide variety of conditions from pain to depression.

By using a combination of integrative medicine and functional medicine, we strive to give our patients a better understanding of the beautiful ecosystem that occurs within our bodies. When our bodies are not functioning optimally, this ecosystem is compromised. It is our mission to provide accurate knowledge on how to improve their health and lifestyle choices through identifying the root cause of “dis-ease” and healing the body with a balance of science and holistic modalities.

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Virtue Of Health is an Integrative Primary Care and Functional Medicine clinic. We specialize in addressing a full spectrum of health conditions including: sexual health, aging, weight gain, hormone imbalance, chronic viral illness, immune system regeneration, autoimmune conditions, Lyme disease, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and more. Our treatment services help to promote healthier cells and tissues for a better quality of life. We achieve this by improving energy and promoting overall well-being.

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Functional Medicine approach addresses the underlying causes of disease by using a systematic approach while engaging both patients and practitioners in a therapeutic partnership. It is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century.

Functional Medicine addresses the whole person and sets out to treat the root cause of disease, not just mitigate symptoms with medication. This patient-centered approach involves a more thorough health evaluation,  factoring in one’s history, lifestyle, environment, genetic components, and emotional state is important to properly diagnose and treat.  In this way, functional medicine supports the unique expression of health and vitality for each individual.

Our vision at Sarasota Wellness MD is to guide and teach each patient how to prevent, resolve, improve or manage chronic disease and promote wellness through diet, exercise and lifestyle modifications, limiting the need for medication.

Although we encourage everyone to carry insurance, we will not be participating in the plans directly, in order to give you the time and care you need. However, we are likely covered in your out of network benefits.

Dr. Watts has been practicing surgery, family medicine and gynecology for over 35 years. He has been practicing Integrative and Functional Medicine for over 20 years of those and is Quadruple Board Certified. As an individual dedicated to personally leading an active lifestyle, he understands the desire to remain energetic and healthy through the years. 

Going above and beyond minimal credentialing and training, he is qualified in the advances of conservative surgery, reproductive surgery, and is a member of the Society of Minimally Invasive Therapy. He is past-President of the Sarasota County Medical Association and a member of the Surgery Board of Directors. He has been registered in Best Doctors in America as one of the leading physicians in Florida, and is a professor at the University of South Florida and LECOM, College of Medicine.

Dr. Watts is committed to working in a partnership with his patients and providing a comfortable, private environment for patients to receive the medical care they need. “At The Renewal Point, we are a medical team that is committed to health and wellness. We assist our patients in looking and feeling their best through personalized, preventative, and regenerative therapies.”

"I am so incredibly happy I found this office. My first visit went above my expectations. All the staff were kind and very knowledgeable. Dr Liang is amazing. He is full of energy and positivity. He has helped my headaches and digestive immensely. Highly recommend!"

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