Dr. Andrew Lipton
Holistic Medicine
Narberth, PA
32 years experience male
Locations
Office
Narberth, PA
Insurances accepted
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
United Care Medical Network
Andrew Lipton
Narberth, PA
About
Bio
I practice Integrative Family Medicine and use Osteopathy on most of my patients. I offer natural options for any health challenge and many natural treatments to optimize health. My site www.DrAndrewLipton.com
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Holistic Medicine
Anti-Aging Medicine
Family Medicine
Pain Management
Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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A 24-year-old male asked:
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Holistic Medicine 32 years experience
Ice to injury : warm water can make an injury swell more and is not recommended ice to the area for 10 minutes every 30 minutes will be more effective at reducing swe... Read More
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Weight loss: increase fruits and veggie and water, and exercise regularly
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HRT: 5htp will not affect HRT levels
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Soot: It is normal after quitting smoking to expectorate colored sputum as your lungs detoxify. Keep well hydrated to improve continue removal of toxins fro... Read More
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Foul breath: Tyr gargling with mouth wash and brushing tongue with toothbrush. If swollen glands develop see physician.
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Take: Take daily multivitamin. Most of us eat the same foods regularly & can become deplete in micronutrients.
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Vit D: Vit d deficiency can cause muscle weakness, fatigue and many other symptoms.
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A 56-year-old male asked:
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Fruit: Too much fruit would only be if you have bowel changes.
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A 41-year-old female asked:
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Vit D: Dose may be too high for you. Try 5000 twice a day. Check levels again after 6 weeks.
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Circulation: Any thing that raises heart rate.
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Probiotics: Will generally not upset stomach.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Exercise for weight : If you are overeating it is virtually impossible to exercise for weight loss! a typical fast food meal of fries, burger and shake can exceed 1200 calo... Read More
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A 23-year-old member asked:
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Love and attention: Unlike a man, who's sexual response is immediate, women need much more time and attention to increase libido. Hand holding , kissing, foreplay can all... Read More
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Shoulder sounds : Sounds are not as important as pain or restricted range of motion. If it makes sounds but you have no restriction or pain it is okay
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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Sedentary exercise: Try some seated exercises every 15-30 minutes. Like abdomen contractions, leg lifts, moving feet on ball.
Drink more wter and watch calories.
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There is a differenc: Chiropractors are trained on the spine and joints only. Osteopathic physicians are trained in all of medicine with additional training in manipulation... Read More
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Contagious throat?: Sore throat per we is not contagious, can be from dehydration, allergies or congestion. Avoid sharing drinks, utensils, and kissing to avoid transferr... Read More
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Vitamins: All vitamins have an immediate affect, bcomplex is quick to work. In general i recommend a combination of a multivitamin/mineral an additional antiox... Read More
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Hemorhoids: prevention, with lots of frutis and veggies. Avoid straining with natural laxatives like fiber and fruit
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Prolozone: Prolozone is injection of ozone and nutrients into the joint space. I have found it very effective in my practice as a natural option to avoid drugs a... Read More
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Vitamins: In general i recommend a combination of a multivitamin/mineral an additional antioxidant and omega 3 oil. There are other supplements that can be adde... Read More
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Neck: Any primary care doctor can lead you in the right direction to see if you need surgical or neurological evaluation versus physical therapy or treatmen... Read More
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Gas: Gas is formed from swallowing air, bacterial production or fermentation. Changing your diet and adding good bacteria( probiotics) can help. Simethicon... Read More
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Herbs: There are many herbs to help with memory and concentration. Gingko is a common one.
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Hair pain: Sensitive skin or hair follicle is common and called allodynia. It can be from fever, infections, and migraine to name a few. Dehydration can aggravat... Read More
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Flax seed: High in fiber and omega 6 fatty acids.
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Aches: Aches and pains can be from many reasons including arthritis, overuse, toxicity, fibromyalgia. Pain worse in morning is often arthritis. Pain worse th... Read More
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Labs , no insurance: Many labs will allow patients to prepay for tests at a huge discount. You don't need insurance to take thyroid meds.
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Breastfeeding: Yes weightloss is natural during breast feeding due to caloric production of milk.
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Yogurt and probiotic: Yeast infections are opportunistic infections and probiotic consumption may reduce frequency and duration of yeast infections. If infections persists,... Read More
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Hernia: Hernia repair surgically is the best for symptomatic hernias, as they do not go away on their own. Using a trust, girdle, or belt can be a natural way... Read More
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Muscle building: Muscle building will assist with wight loss and is accomplished by repetitive resistance exercise like weight lifting or calisthenics.
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Exercise: Start slow with 15 minutes of walking every day, and add a minute every day after two weeks. What are your goals? Consider a trainer.
Fitness is a co... Read More
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Testosterone: T can be increased naturally by regular exercise and muscle building activity. If the tested level is lower than normals there are topical and injecti... Read More
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Vacation tips: Drink more water. Eat meals or healthy snacks before going out so you can make wise choices.
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Weight loss: Depending on your initial weight , safe and steady weight loss should be 1-2 pounds per week.
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Carbs: All carbs eventually get broken down to gluose in blood, the glycemic index of a food describes how quickly this happens. Ie sugar immediate, starch ... Read More
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Weight loss suppleme: Some supplements will increase metabolism or decrease appetite. Weight loss is a result of decreased caloric input and increased caloric output.
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Food poisoning: Spoiled food can cause food poisoning. Stomach acid will often kill off many of the bacteria that cause food poisoning and if not it is usually self l... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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Fat vs fit: You may want to gain weight but not fat. Lean body mass can increase with the combination of increase caloric intake and exercise. Resistance training... Read More
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Nose irriation: Vitamin e topically can help with irritated skin.
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Weight loss food: Try to drink more water and eat more fruits and vegetables.
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Body odor: Body odor can be from foods and there are similar foods to onions like garlic, shallots, and chives. Body odor can also be from bacteria. Changing you... Read More
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Lower abs: Situps, crunches, leg lifts all can work lower abs. See a trainer or pt for more specifics.
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Supplements: In general i recommend a combination of a multivitamin/mineral an additional antioxidant and omega 3 oil. There are other supplements that can be adde... Read More
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Very dangerous: Laxitives do not cause weight loss but they do make you move your bowels. Laxative overuse can cause many problems.
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Diet food: Wight loss results from calories less consumed. Cereal tneds to be refined and have sugar added, so not a good choice. Whole grain cereals with out ad... Read More
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Quick weight loss: Any quick weight loss tends to be followed by weight gain. The best solution for weight loss is a long term change in diet.
Raw food diet or a cleans... Read More
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Theraband: Yes therabands can work the whole body!
remember fitness includes strength flexibility and cardiovascular.
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Fat burning foods: None, fat burning is a result of exercise. Weight loss is a results of less consumed than burned up in exercise. Low caloric density foods are helpful... Read More
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Jul 27, 2014
I recommend this doctor. Very insightful and I learn something new from these answers
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Lipton is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Lipton is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank u dokter i do have like 3 a 4 months without my menstrualcycle. And i know i have a inregular menstrual. But is there a cure for this?
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! I kind of thought that. I am going to my local urgent care today. Thank you so much for your help.
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So why do some people experience gynecomastia while on DHT blockers? Couldn't it in theory increase estrogen from being converted to estrogen?
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Pennsylvania State University
Graduated 1987MD
Medical/Graduate school
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, MO
Graduated 1991MD
Residency
SUBURBAN HOSPITAL
Completed 1994
Residency
AOBNMM
Completed 2003
Awards
Top Holistic Medicine Practitioner, Second Place, Pennsylvania - Winter
2013
Top Holistic Medicine Practitioner, Second Place, National - Summer
2013
Top Holistic Medicine Practitioner, First Place, National - Spring
2015
Affiliations
American Osteopathic Association
American Academy of Osteopathy
Osteopathic Cranial Academy
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