Protea Medical Center
Naturopathic & Integrative Medicine in Tempe, Arizona
At Protea Medical Center, our physicians provide individualized care for hormonal health, metabolic concerns, preventive medicine, and more. We combine thorough medical evaluations, diagnostic testing when appropriate, and thoughtful treatment planning to help you better understand your health and your options.
Our approach
A thoughtful approach to your health.
Health concerns don't always have simple explanations. Changes in energy, sleep, weight, mood, and other symptoms can involve multiple factors.
Our naturopathic physicians take the time to review your medical history, understand your concerns, and evaluate which factors may be relevant to your health.
From there, we work with you to develop an appropriate plan based on your clinical needs, preferences, and goals.
What we offer
What does the Medical Center help with?
Protea Medical Center offers naturopathic and functional medicine across five areas of care. Start with the one closest to the concern that brought you here; your physician can coordinate the others if they become relevant.
Hormone therapy & endocrine care
Bioidentical hormone therapy for women and men going through perimenopause, menopause or low testosterone, and care for thyroid concerns. Treatment is prescribed and monitored with lab testing and follow-up visits.
Explore hormone therapy LongevityLongevity & preventive care
Preventive assessments for patients thinking ahead about family history, cardiovascular risk and metabolic health, with a plan your physician reviews with you over time.
Explore longevity Labs & diagnosticsLab testing & functional diagnostics
When testing would help answer a clinical question, your physician explains what to order, why, and how the results fit with your history and symptoms.
Explore labs & diagnostics NutritionPhysician-integrated nutrition
Our Nutrition Department, led by Dr. Daniel Berzins, offers individualized nutritional guidance for concerns such as weight, blood sugar, thyroid and hormone health.
Explore nutrition IV therapyIV therapy & wellness shots
Physician-supervised IV therapies and wellness injections, with suitability determined through the appropriate clinical assessment.
Explore iv therapyYour first appointment
More time with your physician. A clearer understanding of your health.
Your initial appointment is an opportunity to discuss your health in detail, review previous medical findings, and receive a thorough evaluation.
Depending on your needs, your physician may recommend additional testing, discuss treatment options, or coordinate follow-up care.
Our goal is to make sure you understand the recommendations being made and feel comfortable asking questions along the way.
- Extended initial consultations
- Thorough health history and clinical evaluation
- Diagnostic testing when indicated
- Personalized treatment planning
Your journey
What happens when you become a patient?
Becoming a patient at Protea Medical Center usually takes four steps, beginning with a free introductory call.
Free discovery call
A short introductory call to talk about what you need and whether Protea is a good fit.
New patient appointment
An extended first visit to review your health history, discuss your concerns, and complete a clinical evaluation.
Your treatment plan
Your physician explains the findings and your options, and you decide on a plan together.
Follow-up care
Follow-up visits to review how you are doing, answer questions, and adjust your plan when needed.
Our physicians
Who will I see at the Medical Center?
You will see one of our licensed naturopathic physicians. Each brings a different clinical focus, from hormone therapy and thyroid care to nutrition and metabolic health, and you can read about their training and interests below.
Dr. Brendan McCarthyFounder & Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Brittany WarrenChief Clinical Officer
Dr. Michele GlinieckiChief Innovation Officer
Dr. Bronwyn CarlblomSenior Physician, Residency Director
Dr. Daniel BerzinsSenior Physician, Director of Nutrition
Dr. Melissa ClarkPhysician
Dr. Shay SabaPhysician
Dr. Alexis SegalAssociate Physician
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Other services on the Protea campus
IV therapy & targeted wellness injections
Physician-supervised IV therapies and injections, offered after the appropriate clinical assessment.
Regenerative medicine & orthobiologics
Evaluation and nonsurgical treatment options, including PRP, for select joint, tendon and back conditions at Protea Performance Center.
Protea Movement Studio
Yoga, barre, Pilates and sound healing classes on the same campus, open to the community.
Order supplements easily through Fullscript
We've partnered with Fullscript so you can order professional-grade supplements online. Browse the products your physician recommends and have them shipped to your home.
- Healthcare professional-quality products
- Convenient online ordering
- Exclusive patient discounts
Questions
Medical Center questions
What kind of medicine does Protea Medical Center practice?
Naturopathic and integrative medicine. Our licensed naturopathic physicians review your medical history and concerns in detail, use diagnostic testing when it is appropriate, and develop a treatment plan with you. Care includes hormone therapy, longevity and preventive care, lab testing, nutrition and IV therapy.
How long is the first appointment?
New patient appointments are extended visits, so there is time to go through your health history, previous treatments and current concerns, and to complete an evaluation. Our care coordinators will tell you how much time to plan for when you schedule.
How do I become a patient?
Most patients start with a free discovery call. From there you schedule a new patient appointment, review a treatment plan with your physician, and return for follow-up visits as needed. Call or text (480) 557-9095 or request a consultation online.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Please complete all new patient forms before your visit, and bring a list of your current medications and supplements, any recent lab work or medical records, and the questions or concerns you would like to discuss.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, PayPal and Affirm financing.
Can I order my supplements through Protea?
Yes. We partner with Fullscript, an online dispensary for professional-grade supplements. You can order the products your physician recommends and have them shipped to your home, with patient discounts.
Do I have to be a patient to get IV therapy?
A small selection of IV therapies is available to non-established patients, subject to provider discretion and completion of the required intake paperwork. See the IV therapy page for the current list.
Ready to learn more about becoming a patient?
Our team can answer questions about Protea Medical Center, explain what to expect, and help you determine the appropriate next step.
Still exploring? Visit our educational library.