Longevity Medicine & Functional Medicine at VMNY

Our evaluation begins with a complete history; that is important for comprehensive management options to achieve good wellness outcomes. It is important to note that our bodies are an interplay of a network of systems rather than individual parts or organs. A traditional medical specialty model can be often fragmented because of its very nature, but as most patients suffer or need prevention from chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, chronic pain, obesity, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, etc., a more global approach is undertaken. It is important to acknowledge biochemical diversity and individuality while addressing genetic, lifestyle and environmental determinants of health. History of triggers, toxin exposure, allergies, childhood nutritional and food habits, mental health issues, exercise habits and other such key factors can provide insights for future global treatment approach.

Traditional diagnostic tests like MRIs or colonoscopies often detect significant changes and damage at a later stage, long after cellular damage has begun. For instance, MRI findings may only appear after more than 60% damage to cellular neural sheaths, and cancer may only become apparent in a colonoscopy years after cellular changes have initiated. While these conventional tests are useful for prevention, symptom identification, and organ-specific disease treatment, functional lab testing can detect changes at the cellular level much earlier. Since cells are the foundation of human physiology, their health is crucial for overall well-being, driven by healthy mitochondria and efficient energy production.

Cellular dysfunction and physiological imbalances can lead to illness over decades. Early detection of this pathology allows for the identification of many diseases before symptoms appear. For example, heart disease damage occurs at the cellular level long before symptoms arise, and conventional tests might not catch this early enough. Notably, 50% of individuals experience their first heart attack without prior symptoms. Thus, proactive detection of cellular dysfunction is crucial for early preventative intervention.

We test various aspects of cellular health, including energy production, detoxification, brain health, diet, digestion, stress, inflammation, and lifestyle/environmental factors. This testing approach is cost-effective and can lead to significant improvements in overall health and vitality. Ensuring healthy cell function is essential for good organ health, system health, and optimal overall health. Our methods of testing and practice emphasize this approach, resulting in excellent patient outcomes.

IV therapy and supplementation offer powerful and effective treatment options to quickly achieve customized health goals by energizing depleted organ cells, as many individuals lack sufficient nutrition. At VMNY, we strongly recommend that the benefits of IV nutrient therapy and supplementation are maximized by identifying the root causes of any health issue through a detailed evaluation and following a healthy lifestyle.

Direct and Effective Nutrient Delivery

IV therapy involves delivering 100% of fluids, electrolytes, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and other nutrients directly into the bloodstream. This method circumvents the potential problem of poor stomach/intestinal absorption that can occur when nutrients are administered orally.

Customized IV Infusions

Our customized IV infusions include, but are not limited to:

1. Immune boost

2. Energy & performance

3. Weightloss

4. Skin/nail/hair

5. Beauty

6. Detox

7. Dehydration

8. Hangover

9. Jet lag

10. Migraine

11. Chronic illnesses

12. Peptides

13. NAD for anti-aging

Immediate and Long-term Results

In some individuals, results are immediate, while others may require several treatments to show significant clinical improvements.

Professional and Safe Administration

Our team at VMNY provides reputable IV therapy and supplementation by administering customized vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants, and other nutrients that are medical-grade, prepared under a sterile environment by accredited pharmacies, and delivered by qualified healthcare professionals. IV injection bags should not be assembled on-site, as done by some IV administering companies, to avoid the risk of infections. Ensure you select the right provider for your IV therapy to embark on a wellness journey with confidence.

Call us now using our telehealth services or schedule an appointment at one of our three locations in New York City.

At VMNY, many of our patients come to us with hormonal imbalances, leading to symptoms such as brain fog, weight gain / loss, decrease in libido, fatigue, insomnia, PMS, heavy periods, infertility, erectile dysfunction, depression / anxiety, loss of muscle tone, hair loss, skin changes, acne, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, abdominal bloating, frequent infections and many others. We are experienced with conditions such as Hashimotos’s Thyroiditis, Grave’s Disease, Menopause, Andropause, PCOS, Premenstrual Syndrome among others. By addressing underlying nutritional imbalances, environmental and food toxins, stress management, many of these hormonal imbalances can be improved. For patients requiring hormone replacement therapy, we use only the highest quality bioidentical hormones.

Bioidentical hormones, which are plant based, mostly resemble the chemical structure of our own natural hormones, thus avoiding many of the untoward side effects of synthetic hormones. Our protocols are science based, and very effective, with close monitoring.

At VMNY, sexual function is considered essential to overall health and emotional well-being. When issues such as low libido, erectile dysfunction, vaginal dryness, or painful intercourse hinder a healthy sex life, we seek out the root causes and treat them through lifestyle changes, nutrition, and bioidentical hormone therapy if necessary.

Addressing Sexual Health Concerns

1. Low Libido: Identifying and addressing the underlying factors contributing to decreased sexual desire.

2. Erectile Dysfunction: Offering solutions that target the root causes to restore sexual function.

3. Vaginal Dryness & Painful Intercourse: Providing treatments to alleviate discomfort and improve intimacy.

Experience comprehensive care that prioritizes your sexual health and overall well-being at VMNY. Schedule a consultation today.

The gastrointestinal (GI) system and gut health have a significant interpersonal relationship between digestion, absorption, intestinal permeability, gastrointestinal flora, immune regulation, inflammation, and enteric nervous system. The components of treatment we emphasize include removing, replacing, re-inoculating, and repairing the gut depending on specialized stool testing and other tests. The key is to identify effects of toxins, treat the underlying root cause of inflammation, treat infections medically and ultimately facilitate the re-balancing of gut digestive health and microbiome (good and bad bacteria) using natural methods and supplements. The gut is the second brain.

At VMNY, our nutrition recommendations are personalized, addressing the root causes of imbalances rather than just treating symptoms. We focus on food sensitivities, environmental toxins, nutrient deficiencies, and other factors at the cellular and genetic levels.

1. Personalized Nutrition: Tailored dietary plans based on specific evaluations.

2. Integrative Approach: Combining food, diet, nutraceuticals, and supplements.

3. Gut Health: Emphasizing gut health's role in overall well-being, including digestion, absorption, and immune regulation.

We focus on removing harmful elements, replacing with necessary aids, re-inoculating with beneficial bacteria, repairing the gut lining, and re-balancing gut function. This comprehensive approach ensures better health, recovery, and vitality.

At VMNY, we understand that weight loss involves more than just diet and exercise. The root causes of obesity are complex and include factors such as inflammation, environmental and food toxins, hormonal imbalances, stress, nutritional deficiencies, gastrointestinal dysbiosis, and past emotional or physical trauma.

Using a holistic approach, we address these root causes to ensure sustainable weight loss, supported by our experienced health coach. Our analysis of body composition ensures a balanced fat, lean muscle mass, and water content, aiming for fat loss rather than muscle loss.

It’s an important concept in functional medicine that an underlying mechanism for depression is inflammation. The SAD or Standard American Diet is high in processed foods, and sugar, and contributes to the development of depression.

This article from the Wall Street Journal goes further into depth into the importance of an anti – inflammatory diet in the treatment of depression.

We strongly suggest that you try different ways to relax and ease stress. Our 8-week Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction program helps people manage stress better by using their own abilities. The program includes lessons on meditation, yoga, and mindfulness to improve your health and mental well-being. Practicing with our provided audio-visual materials at home can greatly enhance your overall functioning.

At VMNY, we take a unique approach to chronic illnesses like Type II diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, autoimmune diseases, chronic allergies, IBS, IBD, GERD, fibromyalgia, arthritis, depression/anxiety, eczema, asthma, migraines, sleep disorders, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Instead of relying solely on pharmaceuticals, we use specialized functional testing to identify the root causes at the molecular level, which may include leaky gut, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, food allergies and sensitivities, heavy metal toxicity, inflammation, occult infections, and mold exposure.

Our treatment modalities include nutritional supplementation, dietary guidance, detoxification protocols, hormone balancing, stress management, and mindfulness training. This comprehensive approach helps many patients reduce or even eliminate their reliance on chronic medications, ultimately reversing these conditions and improving their quality of life.

We treat pain by tackling inflammation, which is at the root of pain conditions. Inflammation varies by person and can change over time. Our goal is to reduce inflammation, leading to less pain. Treatments target the substances that cause inflammation and the nerves that carry pain signals. Common conditions like arthritis, back pain, and migraines are linked to high levels of inflammation.

Our treatments, informed by extensive research, are designed to manage pain by reducing inflammation in the body and the affected areas, both within the central system (brain and spine) and the periphery (nerves, limbs), and by promoting the body’s natural healing in joints and spine. Our guiding principle at VMNY is that all pain, regardless of type or sensation, originates from inflammation.

Experience wellness like never before in our unique sauna. Merging the power of far Infrared Saunas with the benefits of Halotherapy, this sauna stimulates all five senses for a comprehensive experience. Taste the air enriched with salt, inhale the aromas of specially crafted essential oils, feel the comforting infrared heat, listen to the calming guided meditation by KSARA, and watch the therapeutic colors of advanced chromotherapy and red light waves. Our sauna is thoughtfully designed and equipped with pioneering halogenerator and protection technology to enhance your health through these two powerful treatments.