A new paradigm in medical practice has evolved in shifting the focus on medical practice from the traditional disease centered treatment, where you have a medical issue and seek the assistance of a physician, to a more patient centered approach to medical practice addressing the underlying cause of a disease. This has been fueled by extensive clinical research and practical application by researchers, scientists, and physicians worldwide. By spending time with a patient, learning about their lifestyle and family history, you can determine lifestyle factors that may influence long - term healthcare, prevention of diseases, and restoring health and vitality to an individual. This functional approach promotes health and vitality in the absence of disease and allows treatments that address an individual's specific needs to restore physiological, psychological, and structural balance. We see this shift as the perfect opportunity to combine the practice of Primary Care with medical practices based upon advanced scientific research to improve the quality of life, reduce the effects of aging to optimize health, and maintain preventive personal health.
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- American Academy of Anti-Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine
- American Academy of Family Physicians
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Do you want to live a healthier lifestyle, feel younger and more vibrant, and minimize health risks? Anyone at any age can learn ways to have a healthier lifestyle and avoid potential illnesses later in life. At Wilmington Proactive Medicine we understand that every patient is different physiologically, psychologically, and in biochemical makeup. As a result we emphasize a personal approach to healthcare to treat any medical condition and to prevent and minimize the risks of major diseases. With the latest clinical research, advances in biotechnology, and preventive medicine, we focus on slowing down or in some cases reversing the aging process by treating age related diseases on the cellular and molecular level.
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In functional medicine we treat the underlying causes of medical issues to both address the immediate need and to prevent the reoccurrence of the disease as well as those that may follow. The process is based upon extensive testing, patient education, dietary intervention, optimizing body weight, the enhancement of gut and immune system health, and the use of natural bio-identical hormones when needed. We attempt to achieve optimal values for all nutrients and hormones with a multi-faceted and individualized treatment plan that improves the patient's quality of life and often can prevent future illness. Functional or integrated medicine focuses on the individual as a whole to improve optimal health and a more productive lifestyle.
Reviews (8)
C. Cloud
May 24, 2020
I've been seeing Dr. Shanley for about 3 years now, and she's nice and respectful, and I appreciate her more integrated and holistic approach to medicine. What is very frustrating is that there is almost always a very long lag time between getting blood work done and the follow-up appointment. I'm currently scheduled for a follow-up 2 months after getting blood work done, and there's something in my CBC that needs further investigation.
This time, the reason is that 1 staff is on medical leave, however, I've waited up to month on previous occasions, and also had appointments cancelled without apology to be rebooked weeks later. One issue is they will not schedule the follow-up for blood work until after Dr Shanley has reviewed the results, and sometimes her review will take up to 2 weeks, and then she's already booked up for maybe a month after that.
One time I checked in at the office for an appointment, was sitting in the waiting room for 20 minutes, and the woman who checked me in said "is (my name) ever going to show up?" Without better organization and respect for patient's time and health, I'm looking for another doctor. It's really a shame.
This time, the reason is that 1 staff is on medical leave, however, I've waited up to month on previous occasions, and also had appointments cancelled without apology to be rebooked weeks later. One issue is they will not schedule the follow-up for blood work until after Dr Shanley has reviewed the results, and sometimes her review will take up to 2 weeks, and then she's already booked up for maybe a month after that.
One time I checked in at the office for an appointment, was sitting in the waiting room for 20 minutes, and the woman who checked me in said "is (my name) ever going to show up?" Without better organization and respect for patient's time and health, I'm looking for another doctor. It's really a shame.
Joy Cash
Dec 31, 2019
It is not often that you find a doctor that makes you feel like they actually care about you. you're not just another "symptom" to throw medication at. I have been extremely lucky to find.a health care partner in Dr. Shanley. She has been amazing. Everyone in her office is friendly and helpful. Nicole is always so kind and trys to work around my schedule and never complains.
She always greets me with a smile. CJ, Cindy and the entire office makes you feel welcome and valued as a patient. I have been seeing Dr. Shanley since 2015 and her functional approach to healing has changed my life completely. I just wish I would have known about Dr. Shanley before 2015!
She always greets me with a smile. CJ, Cindy and the entire office makes you feel welcome and valued as a patient. I have been seeing Dr. Shanley since 2015 and her functional approach to healing has changed my life completely. I just wish I would have known about Dr. Shanley before 2015!
Tami Butler
Nov 25, 2017
Debra Graham
May 20, 2017
To borrow a phrase from Tina Turner, Dr. Shanley and her team are Simply The Best! I am pleased to have her support in guiding me through my health care options; her passion for keeping up to date on current research and sharing her learning is much appreciated. From the moment I completed her new patient intake forms and we met for consultation I knew I had found a compassionate and caring physician who has interest in multiple facets of her patients' lives. Her attention to detail has provided me with ongoing positive results!
Paige Woodruff
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