The Antiaging Doctor
An antiaging doctor is a medical practitioner, who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions specifically related to the aging process. He believes in the concept of slowing or reversing as many aspects of the aging process as possible.
This type of doctor uses a more holistic approach combining elements of standard medical practice with alternative methods in an attempt to use the best elements of both to treat his patients. This is often referred to as ntegrative medicine.Training in Antiaging MedicineHis training begins with the standard medical training that every doctor receives. He then extends his knowledge by acquiring more specialized training and certification in the medical disciplines that relate to all aspects of the aging process. The antiaging physician is usually an M.D., but can also be a chiropractor (D.C.), osteopath (D.O.), or naturopath (N.D.), who has received the specialized training and certifications relevant to the antiaging field of medicine. Antiaging doctors will usually practice in a clinical setting with other doctors who each have a medical specialty as their focus, but who work as a team to provide the integrative or holistic, that is becoming more accepted in medicine. Why an Antiaging Physician? An antiaging practitioner would be superior to a more mainstream physician in dealing with aspects of aging because of their specialized training and focus, integrative approach, and belief in the appropriateness and effectiveness of antiaging strategies. If you are dissatisfied with the quality or your life because of the effects of aging and your primary care doctor seems either uninterested or unable to address that in a satisfactory manner, then you should consider the services of an antiaging physician. Insurance...Standard medical insurance may cover the services of an antiaging specialist depending on your medical plan, and whether you can get a referral from your primary care doctor. In the future it is likely that more insurance plans will cover antiaging medical care. Finding the right Antiaging PhysicianYou would choose an antiaging physician by checking their status with the appropriate medical boards or associations, getting references from other physicians, and talking to or meeting directly with the doctor to determine whether you are comfortable and confident with their approach and philosophy. You can find antiaging doctors listed on a number of sites online including this one. We have links below to the premier organization for antiaging medicine. These lists will enable you to find antiaging practitioners as close to your local area as possible. Remember...it's up to YOU!You may decide that you want to have an antiaging practitioner as your primary care doctor. This may depend on your particular medical insurance, and would also be contingent on the doctor’s status with the medical boards, and your comfort level with his or her medical expertise, approach and personal interaction with you. You must do your homework when choosing any medical practitioner. The resources on this site can help you, but of course the decision is up to you. A little research will ensure that you choose an antiaging doctor that will help you achieve true wellness and longevity.
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