Dr. Eric Balcavage

Dr. Eric Balcavage DC, CFMP is the co-author of The Thyroid Debacle and is recognized as a leader in Functional Medicine and Thyroid Physiology. In over 20 years of practice, he has successfully helped thousands of people suffering from thyroid problems and other chronic health conditions. Dr. Balcavage received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic Davenport, Iowa, in 1995 and has been in practice since 1996. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. Dr. Balcavage is Board Certified in Integrative Medicine and a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. He spends hundreds of hours yearly advancing his knowledge base on functional medicine, thyroid physiology, functional neurology, immune system function, hormone function, and regenerative therapies. Dr. Balcavage’s quest for advanced research and training results from his passion and determination to help patients unable to heal and recover from chronic illness in the Allopathic medical model. Dr. Balcavage has studied under and consulted with several experts in Functional Medicine, including renowned thyroid expert Dr. Datis Kharrazian and methylation expert Dr. Ben Lynch. Dr. Balcavage trains and consults with hundreds of doctors on Thyroid physiology, GI physiology, Organic acid testing, and Methylation. He also lectures locally and around the country on numerous other health conditions. His Functional Medicine clinic, Rejuvagen Center, has always been on the cutting edge of health care and science. Currently, he devotes his practice to treating patients with thyroid disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes/ insulin resistance, autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, and other metabolic challenges. He has been a guest on numerous podcasts and health summits. He co-hosts the Thyroid Answers Podcast, which is available on iTunes.