Holistic Care
Integrating conventional medicine with whole-person wellness for balanced, lasting health.
At Three Rivers Concierge Medicine, your physician offers holistic care that treats the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re dealing with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, anxiety, or digestive issues, our holistic approach uses natural, non-invasive therapies to help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. By focusing on prevention and treating the root causes of illness, we aim to promote long-lasting health and wellness.
Holistic Care Q & A
What is Holistic Care?
Holistic care is an approach to medicine that focuses on treating the whole person, not just the symptoms of a specific disease. It recognizes that physical, mental, and emotional health are interconnected, and it takes all of these factors into account when developing a treatment plan. By using a variety of natural therapies, including nutrition, exercise, and stress management, we help patients improve their overall health and prevent future health issues.
What Conditions Does Holistic Care Treat?
Holistic care can be beneficial for a wide range of chronic and acute conditions. At Three Rivers Concierge Medicine, your physician provides holistic care for conditions such as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Anxiety and depression
- Autoimmune diseases
- Digestive issues, such as IBS or Crohn’s disease
- Food allergies
If you’re experiencing any of these conditions, holistic care can help alleviate symptoms and improve your quality of life.
What Services Does Holistic Care Provide?
Holistic care at Three Rivers Concierge Medicine involves a personalized treatment plan that combines different therapies, depending on your individual needs. Our services may include:
- Nutritional counseling to address dietary deficiencies and promote healthy eating habits
- Acupuncture for pain relief, stress management, and promoting overall health
- Osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) to enhance movement and alleviate pain through manual techniques
- Bowen therapy for soft tissue pain relief and relaxation
- IV nutrition therapy to replenish essential vitamins and minerals, boost immunity, and improve hydration
These treatments are drug-free, non-invasive, and carry minimal risk, making them safe options for those looking to improve their health naturally.
Who Can Benefit from Holistic Care?
Anyone seeking to improve their overall health or manage a chronic condition can benefit from holistic care. Whether you’re dealing with ongoing physical pain, mental health challenges, or stress, holistic treatments can complement traditional medicine and promote a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Your physician’s holistic approach aims to help you achieve long-term wellness and vitality.
Experience Whole-Person Care
Holistic care means treating the whole person — body, mind, and lifestyle. Schedule a visit to discuss your health goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does holistic care mean at Three Rivers?
Holistic care at Three Rivers Concierge Medicine treats the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — rather than isolating symptoms from the larger context of your health. Dr. Shoemaker combines evidence-based conventional medicine with complementary therapies like acupuncture, osteopathic manipulative therapy, and nutritional counseling. This is holistic care practiced by a board-certified physician in Creve Coeur, not a wellness center without medical credentials.
What conditions benefit from a holistic approach?
Chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, anxiety, depression, autoimmune diseases, IBS, Crohn's disease, and food allergies often respond well to a holistic treatment strategy. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), a division of the National Institutes of Health, has documented evidence supporting integrative approaches for chronic pain, anxiety, and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Shoemaker at Three Rivers addresses the root causes and contributing factors rather than just suppressing symptoms.
Is holistic care safe?
Yes — the therapies offered at Three Rivers (acupuncture, osteopathic manipulation, IV nutrition therapy, Bowen therapy, nutritional supplementation) are non-invasive, drug-free, and carry minimal risk when administered by qualified practitioners, as documented by the NCCIH. Dr. Shoemaker evaluates each therapy's appropriateness for your specific health profile and ensures it complements rather than conflicts with any conventional treatment you're receiving. Safety is never compromised for philosophy.
Can I combine holistic care with conventional treatment?
Absolutely — that's the point. At Three Rivers in St. Louis, holistic care doesn't replace conventional medicine; it augments it. Dr. Shoemaker uses conventional diagnostics and treatments when they're the best tool for the job, and incorporates holistic modalities when they offer additional benefit. You get the full range of options under one physician's oversight.
Do you offer IV nutrition therapy?
Yes — Three Rivers provides IV nutrition therapy to replenish essential vitamins and minerals, support immune function, improve hydration, and assist recovery. IV delivery bypasses digestive absorption limitations, making it effective for patients with malabsorption issues or acute deficiency needs. Dr. Shoemaker determines whether IV therapy is appropriate based on your lab work and clinical picture.
How do I know if holistic care is right for me?
If you're dealing with a chronic condition that hasn't fully responded to conventional treatment alone, or if you prefer a more comprehensive approach that considers lifestyle, nutrition, and emotional well-being alongside medical treatment, holistic care may be a strong fit. Schedule a consultation at Three Rivers in Creve Coeur to discuss your situation with Dr. Shoemaker — there's no pressure to commit, and the initial conversation helps determine the right path forward.
