About Angel E. Benitez, MD
Dr. Angel Benitez is a fellow in the Fellowship in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine and a diplomate of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Currently he is obtaining a certification from the Institute of Functional Medicine Practitioner and a Master of Science Degree in Integrative Medicine at George Washington University. As the medical director of Vitality, he has a "Complete Personalized Health Care" approach that emphasizes complete medical assessments as well as Programs that focus on Optimal Hormone Balance, Health Optimization, Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Weight Management.
During his years of practice, Dr. Benitez noticed many of the limitations that the medical system is currently facing. He has noticed how patients' expectations are not met with traditional methods because the focus is mostly on treating symptoms, as opposed to preventing and treating the underlying cause of the disease. That is why Dr. Benitez designed a program to detect, prevent, and treat aging-related disease.
My Philosophy
We understand that our society is experiencing a sharp increase in the number of people who suffer from complex, chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, anxiety, thyroid disorders, and sleep disturbances. These days, many people are wondering how they can be healthier and prevent any disease that may come in the future.
People are noticing the limitations of our current medical system and are looking for alternatives that could help them optimize their lives. For example: lab results are sometimes dismissed because they are within the "normal" range. The fact is that "normal" is not always optimal. Many labs are not discussed until they have crossed the threshold into the "abnormal" category. People are then told to change their ways after a disease has already developed. But why wait until something happens? What's even worse is that when a disease becomes apparent they are frequently offered treatments that will mask the symptoms but are not really curing the disease.
During my years as a physician working in the ER and in Urgent Care, I have realized that the origins of illness lurk undetected by most patients and their physicians for years before recognizable symptoms occur. I have seen so many patients in the ER that have many serious symptoms that are not explained by conventional labs and methods. There are many patients that have felt unwell for years but have never been offered treatment or a cure. Although conventional medicine is still an effective option for most acute illnesses and injuries, I have found it much less effective for detection and prevention of chronic disease. I opt not to write many pharmaceutical prescriptions. I know that treating symptoms is useful only in the short-term. I focus on alleviating your symptoms with a multifaceted approach. My goal is not to replace your primary care doctor, but to partner with him or her to take the best care of you. True 21st century medicine uses advanced testing to personalize health care. Every person is a complex puzzle to solve and I’m up for the challenge. It would be an understatement to say I’m thrilled to finally be able to offer you the kind of medicine I believe in.
Education
Angel E. Benitez, MD earned a degree of a Doctor of Medicine.
Licenses
Angel E. Benitez, MD has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since August 30, 2011, and his NPI number is 1760763114.
Book an Appointment
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Angel E. Benitez, please call (386) 323-9600.