Dr. Michelle Zook is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with over 15 years of experience, with a special focus on functional and integrative medicine for the past 6 years.
Dr. Zook's journey into medicine began at a young age, sparked by her personal experiences. Witnessing her younger brother's struggles with life-threatening medical conditions ignited her passion for healing. She observed firsthand the remarkable resilience of the human body and its ability to overcome devastating illnesses through medical interventions. However, it was her discovery of functional medicine that transformed her understanding of true healing.
Dr. Zook realized that genuine healing extends beyond medical interventions to encompass daily actions and environmental factors. Inspired by her brother's journey, she witnessed how elements like garden-grown food, daily movement, exposure to nature, restful sleep, and unwavering social support contributed to his thriving against all odds, surpassing life expectancy by many years.
Incorporating functional medicine into her practice revolutionized Dr. Zook's approach to patient care. Witnessing astonishing improvements in her patients' lives, as well as her own, fueled her passion to spread the benefits of this approach far and wide. Dr. Zook is committed to empowering individuals on their healing journeys, helping them harness the power of holistic wellness for vibrant health and vitality.
Undergraduate Education
University of California at Davis, B.S., Exercise Science
Graduate School
Georgetown University, M.S., Physiology & Biophysics
Medical School
Georgetown University School of Medicine, M.D.
Internship/Residency
Georgetown University Hospital, Internal Medicine
Chief Residency
Georgetown University Hospital, Internal Medicine
Primary Specialty
Board Certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine
Specialty Training
The Institute for Functional Medicine
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
Kharrazian Institute
Parsley Health Fellowship
Miscellaneous
Member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, 2010 - present
Published Author - BMC Infectious Diseases - 2020
Assistant Professor of Medicine, The Pennsylvania State University 2014-2019