Are you wanting to improve your overall health and/or quality of life? Dow Medical can help and is a great place to start. Achieving a healthier lifestyle is personal and everyone has different areas of concern. Feeling good or improving your health is specific to you. Everyone has their own personal definition of what this looks like for them. Improving your overall health requires a systematic and holistic approach to care. We want to partner with you to achieve your goals of care. Together we can achieve your definition of a healthier YOU.

Currently more than 3 million people in the United States each year are diagnosed with metabolic disease related problems or conditions. Unfortunately these numbers are continuing to increase. If diagnosed with metabolic disease related problems, the risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes significantly increases. Metabolic syndrome is a serious condition consisting of high blood pressure, high blood sugar levels, excess body fat around the waist, and elevated cholesterol levels. Most patients report little to no symptoms, except generalized lack of well being or simply not feeling well. Here is the good news…you can fix this! Improving lifestyle factors (like healthier nutritional habits, portion control, and regular exercise) can make a significant impact and Dow Medical can help. We provide education, resources, and appropriate treatment options to help achieve patient specific lifestyle changes, metabolic, and weight loss goals.

The thyroid is a gland in the front of our neck and plays a vital role in our body’s metabolism. The thyroid gland is ultimately responsible for our body’s production of two specific hormones: T3 and T4, which help regulate our metabolism. When the thyroid gland is not functioning properly it can affect thyroid hormone production. Many symptoms or problems can develop due to abnormal thyroid hormone levels. With either too much or too little thyroid hormone; your heart rate, body temperature, weight, energy level, and overall mood can be affected. Thyroid disorders can develop from a multitude of causes and women are more likely to be affected than men. Goiters, nodules, and masses can significantly alter thyroid function and hormone levels. Medications, neck surgery, autoimmune disorders, and inflammation of the thyroid are potential causes of thyroid dysfunction and/or disorders.