NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition driven by gluten that affects about 1% of the population—but many remain undiagnosed. At Patients Medical in NYC, we go beyond diagnosing and eliminating gluten. Our integrative, functional medicine approach targets gut health, immune balance, micronutrient deficiencies, and lifestyle factors to help you thrive—gluten-free or not.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which ingestion of gluten (a protein in wheat, barley, and rye) triggers an immune attack on the small intestine. This leads to damaged villi, nutrient malabsorption, and systemic inflammation.
Distinguished from other gluten-related disorders:
Candida can present differently in every person, but some of the most common signs include:
Functional medicine helps identify why gluten triggers such severe immune reactions. Common drivers include:
Standard celiac testing is just the beginning. Our deeper evaluation includes:
Anna, 32, experienced chronic bloating, skin rashes, mood swings, and fatigue. She tested positive for tTG-IgA and had villous atrophy diagnosed by biopsy. Functional workup revealed:
Her 6-month integrative plan included:
By month four, Anna’s bloating resolved, her energy returned, anemia corrected, and her skin cleared up. Biopsy follow-up in month six showed significant mucosal healing.
With strict gluten elimination and gut healing, most patients achieve full mucosal repair and symptom resolution.
Yes, we recommend follow-up testing at 6–12 months to ensure healing and assess residual issues.
Yes—even trace gluten exposure can re-trigger immune activity in celiac disease.
Yes. Our approach can help both celiac and gluten-sensitive patients through gut repair, immune balance, and symptom support.
Not always. Many people can taper down once nutrient levels and gut integrity normalize—but monitoring is necessary.
Absolutely. We work collaboratively with your GI doctor and coordinate ongoing testing and follow-up.
Most patients experience symptom relief within 4–8 weeks, with deeper healing unfolding over 6–12 months.
Yes. Emotional stress increases intestinal permeability and immune responsiveness. Mind-body interventions are essential.
Yes. We treat pediatric celiac with age-appropriate healing protocols, nutritional support, and family guidance.
We’re out-of-network but offer superbills for possible reimbursement. Lab tests may be partly covered.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
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