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Trusted Weight Loss Doctor in Monmouth County, NJ | Dr. Robert White

A holistic route to feeling your best, serving Winfield Township with expert guidance and care plans tailored to your body’s needs.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 (300 reviews)

Imagine the weight finally coming off and staying off. No liquid diets, no rebound after the program ends, no restarting the same cycle every spring. That’s the experience our Monmouth County patients describe.

Dr. Robert White brings over two decades of holistic and functional-medicine practice to the table. Since opening Advanced Integrated Health in 2001, he’s approached weight the way it deserves to be approached: as a signal, not the disease. Weight that won’t budge is almost always sitting on top of something else, an underactive thyroid, insulin resistance, high cortisol, poor sleep, hormone shifts, or chronic inflammation. Identify it, correct it, and the weight follows naturally.

If you’ve been through the programs that sell you a meal replacement and call it a plan, this will feel different. Real testing, real answers, and a plan built around your body.

Why Winfield Township Chooses Us

Benefits of a Functional Medicine Approach to Weight Loss

1. All of You, Not Just the Calories

Weight connects to hormones, gut health, stress, sleep, and your relationship with food. We work every one of those levers.

2. Built to Last

We're not just getting weight off. We're rebuilding metabolic health and habits that keep it off, which also lowers your risk of diabetes and heart disease.

3. A Plan for One Person: You

Two people can eat identical meals and get opposite results. Yours comes from your labs, your history, and your daily reality.

4. Natural and Non-Invasive

We begin with nutrition, whole-food supplementation, and lifestyle correction. No surgery, no lifelong prescription.

5. Root-Cause First

When thyroid, cortisol, or blood sugar is driving weight gain, willpower can't win. We find the driver and treat it directly.

6. Wins Beyond the Scale

Energy, mental clarity, sleep quality, and mood usually improve early, often before the weight fully comes off.

7. You Learn Your Own Body

We teach as we treat, so you understand exactly why certain foods and routines work for you. That understanding is what makes results permanent.

What Our Patients Are Saying

Our patients share their honest experiences and the wins they’ve earned. See how others found answers, clarity, and forward motion, and how you can too.

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We start with data, which is exactly where most programs skip ahead. Advanced testing shows us what’s really happening with your thyroid, blood sugar, insulin, adrenal function, hormones, and nutrient levels. From there we build a custom plan blending detoxification, targeted whole-food nutrition, practical meal strategy, and lifestyle change. You won’t be left guessing. We monitor progress, adapt as your body shifts, and coach you through the plateaus that stop most people cold.

Our Proven Weight Loss Approach

Holistic Care, Close to Home

Dr. White and our functional medicine team welcome patients from across Union, Bergen and Monmouth counties — in person and virtually.

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Benefits of Functional and Holistic Medicine

Dr. Robert White, DC, at Advanced Integrated Health

Dr. Robert White

Dr. Robert White combines his engineering background with expertise in holistic healing to offer patient-centered care. He emphasizes natural methods and advanced nutritional correction, focusing on the body’s self-healing capabilities without relying on pharmaceuticals.

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Dr. Stephen Freifeld MD

Dr. Stephen Freifeld, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Springfield, NJ and has over 59 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1965.
Dr. Jason Kaufman, DC, at Advanced Integrated Health

Dr. Jason Kaufman

Dr. Jason Kaufman, with a background in Neurobiology and Behavior, transitioned from pharmaceuticals to holistic health. He specializes in advanced nutrition and holistic approaches, creating personalized treatment plans focusing on wellness and natural healing.

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What Our Patients Say

Hear directly from New Jersey residents who reclaimed their health through functional medicine.

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Mike p
3 years ago
I have been seeing Dr. Bob for more than five years for all my chiropractic needs. The staff is friendly and efficient, Dr. Robert White is not only knowledgeable but also took the time to address all my questions and concerns. After every visit I leave feeling confident in the care I received and feeling great.
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Karen Okrah
3 years ago
I am delighted to share my experience with Dr. White, whose holistic approach to health has made a significant impact on my well-being.His expertise in addressing my blood sugar issues and hormonal imbalances has been instrumental in supporting my body's natural systems. Under Dr. White’s guidance, I've witnessed a positive transformation in my health.
What sets Dr. White apart is his commitment to individualized care. He takes the time to listen, assess, and tailor his recommendations to each patient's unique needs. The results speak for themselves, and I am grateful for the positive changes in my health journey.
If you're seeking a doctor who combines expertise in holistic health with a personalized approach to address all health concerns, I highly recommend Dr. White. His dedication to supporting the body's natural functions has been invaluable to my overall well-being.
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Michele Granahan
3 years ago
I had an excellent experience with Dr. White! His expertise and personal approach made a significant difference in alleviating my back pain. Dr. White takes the time to understand me and my lifestyle to address root causes. It made all the difference and I couldn’t be happier! I highly recommend him!
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Jennifer Potito
3 years ago
Dr Bob has been helping me deal with chronic migraines for many years. With his help and guidance I have been off medication for years. He genuinely cares and listens to what I have to say. I’m truly grateful. Dr Bob’s extensive holistic knowledge has helped change my life! I highly recommend.
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John F
3 years ago
When I first met Dr. Bob I could not walk, had to crawl into the office. He completely straightened me out in more ways than one. My chronic back pain...gone. My weakened immune system...gone. My arthritic knees...gone. My arthritic/carpal tunnel hands...gone. Through a series of tests and a comprehensive history and detailed discussion the doctor came up with a plan. We executed the plan and the rest is history. Dr. Bob is always available to talk and he answers all your questions. Dr. Bob bedside manner is stellar. Dr. Bob can do it all. My advice is don't walk...RUN to Advanced Integrated Health and get yourself back on the road to great health!! Thanks Dr. Bob!!!
I have been seeing Dr. Bob for about a year now. Prior to him I had tried many different doctors to help with my “life after thyroidectomy” issues. Going to him was the best thing I could have ever done. He was patient and really listened. Seeing him has really improved my way of life. I would definitely recommend him if you want to stay away from pharmaceuticals and have the proper bloodwork done. He truly cares for your well being and works hard for his patients.

What We Address Alongside Weight Loss

Detoxification & Inflammation

Toxin burden and chronic inflammation quietly stall fat loss. Our detox protocols and anti-inflammatory nutrition clear those obstacles so your metabolism can work properly.

Heart Health

Through the Heart Sound Recorder (HSR), we evaluate heart function and catch nutritional deficiencies, then deliver targeted support to strengthen cardiovascular health as your weight decreases.

Thyroid & Hormonal Weight Gain

Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, perimenopause, and PCOS can make losing weight feel rigged against you. We support thyroid function with diet, stress reduction, and advanced nutritional correction using whole-food supplements.

Metabolism & Insulin Resistance

Once cells stop responding to insulin properly, storing fat becomes your body’s default. We use low-glycemic strategy plus nutrients like chromium and magnesium to restore insulin sensitivity and flip you back to burning.

Stress, Cortisol & Emotional Eating

Ongoing stress keeps cortisol high, which parks fat around your middle and fuels cravings. We tackle the physiology and the behavior together with mindful eating and practical stress management.

How We Treat

At Advanced Integrated Health, our philosophy covers the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of health, and weight loss touches all four. We create individualized plans grounded in functional-medicine principles, integrating dietary modification, lifestyle adjustment, and complementary therapies such as acupuncture. Solving root causes rather than chasing the scale is what produces results that hold. We educate at every step, because a patient who understands their own body doesn’t need us forever.

Frequently Asked Questions

A holistic doctor treats the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, focusing on identifying and addressing root causes with natural and integrative therapies alongside conventional care, not just suppressing symptoms.

Chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, stress-related conditions, weight management, and more, tailored to each individual.

Nutritional counseling, supplements, mind-body techniques, stress management, detoxification, lifestyle changes, acupuncture, and other complementary therapies aimed at lasting wellness.

We look at nutrition, stress, sleep, genetics, environment, and emotional health to uncover the underlying causes, then personalize a plan to restore balance and support natural healing.

You receive personalized, compassionate care that keeps you active in your health, and patients often experience more energy, better symptom management, and a greater sense of well-being.

Functional Medicine - Looks For The Root Cause

Functional Medicine - Looks For The Root Cause
Know More About Advanced Integrated Health

Dr. Robert White and Dr. Jason Kaufman are IFM-certified functional medicine practitioners with years of expertise in addressing the root causes of chronic health conditions. As certified professionals by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), they provide evidence-based, patient-centered care tailored to individual health needs. Both Dr. White and Dr. Kaufman are committed to improving lives through a holistic approach, helping patients achieve lasting wellness and optimal health. Their dedication ensures the highest standard of functional medicine care.

Dr. Robert White, MD, PhD, FACP Founder and Physician

Dr. Robert White is passionate about the whole-person approach to health and the use of functional and integrative medicine principles in the prevention, treatment, and reversal of chronic diseases. He emphasizes holistic care as the foundation for living a positive, long, and healthy life. In his practice, he integrates scientific evidence with clinical experience to provide the highest level of individualized care, empower patients, and help them take confidence in their health journey.
With over 20 years of experience in both academic and private practice settings, Dr. White provides medical care to adults 18 years and older. Prior to founding his practice, he served on the full-time medical faculty at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Columbia University Medical Center.
Dr. White is certified in Functional Medicine by the Institute for Functional Medicine, board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is also licensed to practice acupuncture as a physician acupuncturist in New Jersey and New York.
He has served as a speaker, planning committee member, and symposium chair at national and international medical conferences, including the International Congress on Integrative Medicine & Health. His clinical research has been published in peer-reviewed journals including Science Translational Medicine, Nature, Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, American Journal of Epidemiology, and Integrative Cancer Therapies.

Education and Credentials

  • Doctor of Medicine — SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
  • PhD, Clinical Investigation — Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health
  • Internal Medicine Residency — Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School
  • Geriatric Medicine Fellowship — Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
  • Board Certification, Internal Medicine — American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Board Certification, Geriatric Medicine — American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Certification, Functional Medicine — The Institute for Functional Medicine
  • Board Certification, Lifestyle Medicine — American College of Lifestyle Medicine

Virtual Consultations

Packed schedule or a long drive? Virtual consultations are available to patients across the USA, so Monmouth County residents can get started without reshuffling their week.