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

Lose the weight for good with a holistic, root-cause approach built around your metabolism, your habits, and your life in Bergen County.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 (300 reviews)

Picture stepping on the scale and finally seeing it move, then staying there. No crash diets, no shots that stop working the moment you quit, no starting over every January. That’s what our Bergen County patients experience.

Dr. Robert White has spent more than twenty years in holistic and functional medicine, and since founding Advanced Integrated Health in 2001 he’s treated weight the way it should be treated: as a symptom, not the problem. Stubborn weight is usually downstream of something else, a sluggish thyroid, insulin resistance, chronic stress, poor sleep, hormone imbalance, or inflammation. Find that, fix that, and the weight follows.

You’ve probably tried the programs that hand you a shake and a pamphlet. This isn’t that. You get testing, real answers, and a plan made for your body.

Why Bergen County Chooses Us for Weight Loss

Benefits of a Functional Medicine Approach to Weight Loss

1. We Treat the Whole Person

Your weight is tied to your hormones, your gut, your stress load, your sleep, and your relationship with food. We work on all of it, not just calories.

2. Prevention Built In

We don't just get the weight off. We build the habits and metabolic health that keep it off, lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease along the way.

3. A Plan Made Only for You

Two people can eat the same meal and get completely different results. Your plan is built from your labs, your history, and your lifestyle.

4. Natural and Non-Invasive

We start with nutrition, whole-food supplementation, and lifestyle correction, not surgery or a lifetime prescription.

5. Focused on the Root Cause

If your thyroid, cortisol, or blood sugar is driving the weight gain, no amount of willpower fixes it. We find the driver and treat it.

6. More Than a Number on the Scale

Patients consistently report better energy, clearer thinking, deeper sleep, and steadier mood, often before the weight fully comes off.

7. You Learn How Your Body Works

We teach as we go, so you leave knowing exactly why certain foods and habits help or hurt you. That knowledge is what makes it 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 where most programs never do: with data. Advanced testing lets us see what’s actually happening with your thyroid, blood sugar, insulin, adrenal function, hormones, and nutrient status. From there we build a customized plan combining detoxification, targeted whole-food nutrition, practical meal strategy, and lifestyle change. You’re not left to figure it out alone either. We track your progress, adjust as your body responds, and coach you through the plateaus that derail most people.

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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Dr. Robert White, DC, at Advanced Integrated Health

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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 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 load and chronic inflammation quietly stall fat loss. Our detox protocols and anti-inflammatory nutrition clear the roadblocks so your metabolism can do its job.

Heart Health

Using the Heart Sound Recorder (HSR), we assess heart function and identify nutritional deficiencies, then provide targeted support to strengthen cardiovascular health as your weight comes down.

Thyroid & Hormonal Weight Gain

Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, perimenopause, and PCOS can make weight loss feel impossible. We support thyroid function through diet, stress reduction, and advanced nutritional correction with whole-food supplements.

Metabolism & Insulin Resistance

When your cells stop responding to insulin properly, fat storage becomes the default setting. We use a low-glycemic strategy plus nutrients like chromium and magnesium to restore insulin sensitivity so your body burns instead of stores.

Stress, Cortisol & Emotional Eating

Chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated, which parks fat around your midsection and drives cravings. We address the physiology and the behavior together, with mindful eating practices and real stress-management tools.

How We Treat

Our philosophy at Advanced Integrated Health considers the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual sides of health, and weight loss touches every one of them. We create individualized plans rooted in functional-medicine principles, weaving in dietary modification, lifestyle adjustment, and complementary therapies like acupuncture. By resolving the root causes instead of chasing the scale, we help you achieve results that actually hold. And we educate throughout, 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

Busy schedule or a long commute? We offer virtual consultations to patients across the USA, so Bergen County residents can start without rearranging their week.