Bringing Back the Country Doctor

Cammy Benton, M.D., of Benton Integrative Medicine & Medical Spa, says, “Using traditional and holistic medicine, I can get to the root of an illness. I'm so happy that I finally got to be that country doctor I dreamed of and get the opportunity to help people have a greater state of wellness and be less dependent on the system. This is what I love to do!” According to Benton, there are many benefits with direct primary care (DPC): more time with your doctor; same day or next day appointments; communicating quickly and directly; no need for high-cost insurance with copays and deductibles—one pays an affordable, flat monthly fee; and it's been proven that with DPC, both urgent care and emergency room visits as well as hospitalizations have been reduced.

Benton Integrative Medicine offers unique programs designed for individual needs that address hormones, inflammation, gut health, environmental health, sleep issues, mood disorders, spirituality and more. Along with DPC, they offer three-to six-month wellness programs for those needing more than basic primary care, and health coaches to administer healthy lifestyle and athletic programs. The professional medical spa provides physician-grade treatments and procedures for face and body.

Locations: 16415 Northcross Dr., Ste. C, Huntersville and 421B S. Sharon Amity Rd., Charlotte (also medical spa location). For appointments and more information, call 704-775-6029 or visit BentonIntegrative.com.

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