Business Details
Functional Medicine Specialists in Carlsbad
Revive Naturopathic Medicine provides comprehensive healthcare, education, and inspiration for patients seeking an individualized and integrative approach to their healthcare. Our approach allows patients to improve their health truly and not simply manage disease. With a broad toolbox of therapies and laboratory investigation, we help patients get to the root of their problem, understand contributing variables, and make actionable steps to overcome health challenges. Our goals include providing answers to long-standing health questions, building trust in the functional medicine approach via effective programs and treatments, and maintaining excellent clinic-to-patient relationships. Established by Dr. Derek Lawrence, a passionate functional medicine and brain health advocate, we specialize in treating complex chronic health conditions.Our success stems from a unique perspective, specialty services, and dedication to individualistic solutions. We offer both in-person and virtual appointments, serving Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Solana Beach, Del Mar, San Diego, and surrounding areas. Our team includes licensed naturopathic doctors and specialists who prioritize compassionate, patient-centered care. We emphasize lifestyle factors, education, and evidence-based treatments to address root causes of illness. Our services include continuous glucose monitoring, sleep studies, GLP-1 weight loss programs, and pain recovery therapies. We maintain transparency through detailed fee schedules and good faith estimates for all services.
Services
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Sleep Study
GLP-1 Weight Loss
Pain Recovery Therapy
Functional Medicine Consultation
Highlights and features
- Specialized in complex chronic condition management
- Personalized treatment plans with functional medicine
- Integrative approach combining modern diagnostics with naturopathic therapies
- Experienced team of licensed naturopathic doctors
- Transparent pricing with detailed fee schedules
What people say
Compassionate heart
Positive in every way
Changed my life
Thoughtful and educated
Customized care
Services
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Our Continuous Glucose Monitoring service helps patients understand blood sugar patterns through real-time tracking. This technology reveals how diet and lifestyle affect glucose levels, enabling data-driven health decisions. Ideal for prediabetic patients seeking to prevent type 2 diabetes through personalized metabolic insights.
Sleep Study
The WatchPAT One home sleep apnea test provides comprehensive sleep analysis using advanced wrist-worn technology. This FDA-approved solution measures breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and sleep stages to diagnose sleep disorders. Effective for identifying sleep apnea and related health risks in comfortable home settings.
GLP-1 Weight Loss
Our GLP-1 weight loss program combines medication with personalized lifestyle coaching. This injectable therapy regulates appetite and blood sugar while our practitioners develop customized nutrition and exercise plans. Designed for sustainable weight management with metabolic health improvements.
Pain Recovery Therapy
Erkan Gunes' pain recovery services integrate Muscle Activation Technique, shockwave therapy, and laser treatments. This multi-modal approach addresses musculoskeletal pain through biomechanical assessment and regenerative therapies. Sessions include personalized care plans for chronic pain management and physical rehabilitation.
Functional Medicine Consultation
Our naturopathic doctors provide comprehensive consultations for complex chronic conditions. Using functional medicine principles, we investigate root causes through detailed health assessments and laboratory testing. Treatment plans combine natural therapies with evidence-based medical interventions for long-term wellness.
People
Dr. Lila Lewenstein
Naturopathic Doctor
Women's health specialist with expertise in hormonal balance and chronic condition management. Available for both in-person and virtual appointments.
Dr. Brian Myers
Naturopathic Doctor
Licensed in California and Wisconsin, specializing in metabolic health and glucose regulation. Offers virtual consultations for patient convenience.
Dr. Derek Lawrence
Founder & Naturopathic Doctor
Functional medicine expert with focus on brain health and chronic disease reversal. Leads personalized treatment plans for complex health conditions.
Erkan Gunes
Health Specialist
Certified in pain recovery techniques including Muscle Activation Therapy. Provides specialized physical rehabilitation services for musculoskeletal conditions.
Questions
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in complex chronic conditions including hormonal imbalances, metabolic disorders, autoimmune diseases, and neurological health issues through functional medicine approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly, but provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Many patients use health savings accounts for our services.
Are virtual appointments available?
Yes, all our naturopathic doctors offer telehealth consultations for both initial visits and follow-up care across licensed states.
What lab testing options exist?
We recommend specialty labs for comprehensive analysis, with cost estimates provided beforehand. Many tests can be ordered without insurance coverage.
How are treatment plans developed?
Our plans combine patient history, lab results, and lifestyle factors to create personalized roadmaps addressing root causes of health concerns.
What pain management options exist?
We offer integrative pain solutions including physical therapy techniques, regenerative treatments, and natural anti-inflammatory protocols without addictive medications.
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Reviews (6)
Jocelyn Babb
Jan 30, 2022
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My son and I started seeing Dr. Derek for a few years ago. Weve both been seen dramatic improvements in our health since then.
Suzan Duran
Dec 05, 2021
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Thankful for Dr. Derek's patience and knowledge in unraveling decades old aliments, and the encouragement that there are options for relief. Looking forward to a healthier life!
Wyatt Chapman
Oct 07, 2021
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Dr. Derek is the most caring and knowledgeable doctor I have ever met. He and his team at Revive have the experience and knowledge to help you solve anywhere from basic to the most complex health issues using functional medicine and holistic approaches to treat the whole person and finally help you to get to the root cause of your health symptoms while making you feel heard and understood. I highly recommend Dr. Derek and Revive for anyone that is tired of dealing with the same symptoms.
Katherine Burchhardt
Apr 22, 2021
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Dr. Emma is incredible! She truly cares and really brings herself to her work. I appreciate both how knowledgeable she is and kind! She is wonderful and I really enjoy working with her.
Michael Ludin
Apr 04, 2021
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Doc Derek is ethical, joyful and wise. I came to him broken years ago and without promise and ego he said "I may not resolve everything but I can make you feel better". Year to year I see him less and get healthier on my way to thriving. I can not recommend Revive stronger, and recommend you see him first and not wait until all else fails like I did.
Aariel Paradee
Nov 14, 2020
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I found my way into Dr. Derek's office after dealing with some hormonal imbalances that made me feel like I was loosing my mind! My primary care doc recommended a monthly anti-depressant, which I was unwilling to to take. Dr. Derek recommended a hormone test and some other labs. We sat down for over an hour and he asked lots of questions about everything that was going on in my life. On a follow-up visit after all of that, he was able to prescribe some supplements and food/lifestyle changes that have made a big difference. It's been really nice to have someone who actually listens and doesn't just
