10 Tips to Help you Find a Competent Thyroid Doctor
Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/
You can use the link above to download your free PDF version of this video. You can also find the tips listed below:
#1. Look for doctors trained in integrative medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
#2. Look for doctors trained in functional medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
#3. Look for doctors trained in anti-aging medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
#4. Use google to search for “compounding pharmacies near me”, once you have a list of pharmacies call them and ask if you can have a list of doctors that prescribe bio-identical hormones or T4/T3 medications or NDT (natural desiccated thyroid). You can then try to visit doctors on that list.
#5. Look for doctors who have a blog and write on it frequently.
#6. Look for doctors who have written books on the thyroid.
#7. Use facebook support groups and ask for patient references (You can find these by searching for facebook groups in your area or in general)
#8. Contact advanced laboratory testing centers and ask for a list of doctors who utilize these tests (advance laboratories include: Genova Diagnostics, DUTCH hormone testing, Great Plains Laboratory)
#9. Call local offices of endocrinologists and/or primary care physicians and ask the front desk if the doctors prescribe T3 (Cytomel or Liothyronine) and/or Natural Desiccated Thyroid like Armour thyroid.
#10. Look for doctors who have certifications in anti-aging medicine, bio-identical hormone management, integrative medicine, and functional medicine in your search.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:
- For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/
- For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/
- For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/
- For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/
- For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
You can use the link above to download your free PDF version of this video. You can also find the tips listed below:
#1. Look for doctors trained in integrative medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
#2. Look for doctors trained in functional medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
#3. Look for doctors trained in anti-aging medicine using this search tool (Note that not all doctors on this list will be willing to use NDT and/or T3)
#4. Use google to search for “compounding pharmacies near me”, once you have a list of pharmacies call them and ask if you can have a list of doctors that prescribe bio-identical hormones or T4/T3 medications or NDT (natural desiccated thyroid). You can then try to visit doctors on that list.
#5. Look for doctors who have a blog and write on it frequently.
#6. Look for doctors who have written books on the thyroid.
#7. Use facebook support groups and ask for patient references (You can find these by searching for facebook groups in your area or in general)
#8. Contact advanced laboratory testing centers and ask for a list of doctors who utilize these tests (advance laboratories include: Genova Diagnostics, DUTCH hormone testing, Great Plains Laboratory)
#9. Call local offices of endocrinologists and/or primary care physicians and ask the front desk if the doctors prescribe T3 (Cytomel or Liothyronine) and/or Natural Desiccated Thyroid like Armour thyroid.
#10. Look for doctors who have certifications in anti-aging medicine, bio-identical hormone management, integrative medicine, and functional medicine in your search.
Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function:
- For thyroid hormone production and conversion: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/t3-conversion-booster/
- For hair loss: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/
- For weight management: https://www.restartmed.com/product/gut-bomb-350-billion/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/functional-fuel-complete/
- For gut health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/ultra-biotic-x100/
- For energy and adrenal health: https://www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-adrenal-reset-complex/ + https://www.restartmed.com/product/power-b-complex/
I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
If you enjoyed this video please subscribe on youtube or leave a comment on my podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-westin-childs-podcast-thyroid-weight-loss-hormones/id1141207688?mt=2
This video is not intended to be used as medical advice. If you have questions about your health please consult your physician or primary care provider. Dr. Westin Childs goes to great lengths to produce high-quality content but this is NOT a substitute for medical care.
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