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Meet Dr. Herbold

dr richard herbold functional medicine doctorDr. Herbold is a dual board certified chiropractic neurologist and clinical nutritionist with over 38 years of chiropractic experience and continual education. A small percentage of chiropractors have managed to achieve this board certification. Functional neurology, just to be clear, is different from medical neurology, although the background of education (diagnostically) is the same. It is the same board that qualifies medical neurologists as chiropractic neurologists.

The degrees and experience that I’ve accumulated through the years have helped to sculpt the approach that I take to healthcare. Chiropractic neurology, also called functional neurology or clinical neurology – depending on what you want to reference – is one of the board certifications and specialties that I hold. I embrace this degree as one of the most powerful tools that I share with clients on a day to day basis.”

Dr. Herbold gives clinical presentations based on his colleague, Dr. Datis Kharrazian’s, neuro-endocrine-immune model to healthcare practitioners with a variety of credentials, such as medical doctors, chiropractors, nurses, acupuncturists, massage therapists, etc. Those lectures are sponsored by leading nutraceutical company, Apex Energetics, for which Dr. Kharrazian is the key note speaker. For the last six years, Dr. Herbold has been a representative for Apex, structuring clinical programs for physicians and clinicians throughout the United States. He continues to be a resource to guide clinicians to create nutritional lifestyle based programs to treat chronic conditions.

Dr. Herbold is recommended by Dr. Kharrazian through his “Find a Practitioner” search, a resource for patients interested in his thyroid protocols to link with physicians who have trained under him and practice a similar neuro-endocrine-immune approach to treating their own patients. Through Dr. Herbold’s ability to look at all the individual systems of the body to understand the inter-connectivity of those systems to the overall health and symptom patterns of a patient, he can provide a higher level of care and resolution with complex metabolic and autoimmune dysregulation than the standard healthcare model might allow.

I have been practicing for over 38 years and the model that I currently embrace is very different from what I did at the start of my career. I feel that growth and personal development should be the process, in private practice, when looking at medical intervention, as so many changes over the years as science makes leaps and bounds in the field of medicine.”

It’s Dr. Herbold’s specialty to help those who have been dismissed by conventional approaches to medicine and declared hopeless by offering a unique and well-rounded scientific approach to natural patient care which features many cutting-edge technologies.

The passion that I have for understanding where a problem comes from is truly the remediation or the improvement of that problem. As a functional neurologist, clinical nutritionist and a practitioner of almost 40 years, I blend everything together in my interventions to create a powerful approach to treatment.”

A well-trained chiropractic neurologist not only completes a thorough neurological examination to rule out any pathology, but also determines the problem area(s) to create a customized neurological program for each patient. Dr. Herbold uses specific tools in conjunction with specialized manipulative adjustments to help facilitate a connection in the brain to create a long-lasting change.

Personal Life

dr richard herbold alternative medicine doctorDr. Herbold lives in Delmar, NY, with his wife, Sandy, and their German Shepherd, Chloe. They enjoy the bounty of seasonal local farmers markets, as well as having great resources for free-range, organic, grass-fed meats from local farms. Exercise and nutrition play integral roles in his personal life. Dr. Herbold also enjoys woodworking, landscaping and gardening.

On a personal basis, I have discovered that my body thrives more on a moderate protein, low carbohydrate, vegetable rich and generous portions of good fats as primary fuel in my diet. These observations have come from years of experimentation and measurements of my personal body composition. “

At 57, Dr. Herbold began to experience symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and having a strong genetic predisposition, it was critical for him to create an optimal personal program to ensure the best outcome in his health. He also discovered that he has Hashimoto’s (hypothyroidism), which is a common autoimmune condition that he is successfully containing through his daily lifestyle choices.

My passion through educating my patients, in many ways, stems from my own personal experiences with health challenges. It’s difficult to speak to people about making serious, long-term commitments to their health and often challenging changes to diet and lifestyle if I cannot say I live by example. “

Meet Chloe

chloeChloe was born September 12, 2017 and is Dr. Herbold’s sixth German Shepherd that he’s had over the years. She’s currently in training to become his therapy dog and spends her week days in the office, ever present by her master’s side. She is quick to learn her manners and social skills and brings joy to patients and staff. Don’t be surprised if you see her shiny black nose poking out of his office door with a happy tongue lolling out. And don’t worry, if you aren’t totally comfortable with dogs, we are happy to leave her with our staff at the front desk.

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  • I have been a patient of Dr. Herbold's for many years now and have always been impressed with the professionalism and compassion of the office staff that never waivers. They try to accommodate their patients' schedules and needs, going the extra mile. Also, Dr. Herbold listens to his patients' stories and sees so much more, in my opinion, than a lot of medical professionals. I can be sure that I will be heard, and will actually work WITH someone to create a proactive plan to take care of my health and see results.
    Daysha G.
  • Thanks to Dr. Herbold, for the first time since June 1975 (when I was seventeen and had my first migraine my last day of school and threw up in the restroom) I have gone over a month without a migraine. Also thanks to Dr. Herbold, for the first time since it was available over the counter in the 1990’s, I have gone over a month without having to take Imitrex. I had been to neurologists, participated in medical trials, gone through acupuncture - you name it. Dr. Herbold’s plan for me included explaining how inflammation caused my migraines and how it had other effects on my body. He provided me with comprehensive lab results and guided me with an eating plan that WORKED. His knowledge of the body is unsurpassed and I was recommend anyone who suffers with these horribly debilitating migraines to get treated by Dr. Herbold.
    Maria S.
  • I have walked into Dr. Herbold's office unable to straighten up and walked out pain-free. He's helped me heal from Lyme Disease and stay free of immune-modulating drugs for my ankylosing spondilyits, a serious autoimmune condition affecting the spine. What most people don't understand are the many limitations of mainstream medicine. Functional medicine doctors like Rich Herbold give you tools to change your EPIGENETICS ---- those choices we make that influence the expression of our unique genetic inheritance. As a physician, a former nurse, and a patient, I can recommend Dr. Herbold WITHOUT reservation.
    Susie R.
  • My first visit with Dr. Herbold was many years ago. I was diagnosed with arthritis in my 20's. I refused to be a slave to the drugs prescribed and decided to start the changes in diet and lifestyle Dr. Herbold encouraged. We successfully beat the sentence or diagnosis, depending on how you see it, and started my journey in natural health. I later found great council with my fertility issues and now enjoy my 2 girls - happy and healthy miracles. My second daughter suffered terribly with reflux and wound up on prescriptive reflux medication in her first few months of life. With Dr. Herbold's council, we turned the problem around in weeks with total resolution. It was an enormous relief to our family. Finally, I am not without my challenges, but my quality of life is so much better when I stay on my custom program. He has helped our family make huge changes. Thanks Dr. H!
    Amy N.
  • Long story short, after a year and a half of countless doctor visits to try to figure out what was wrong with me (couldn't move my joints, extreme pain and swelling, ect....) I was told I had RA and would be on methotrexate for the rest of my life. I went to Dr. Herbold to get his opinion. Within three months of his treatment and guidance I was, and still am-2 years later, completely symptom free. I'm so grateful for his help, I wouldn't have the quality of life I do without him!
    Melanie L.
  • I have known Dr. Herbold for 11 years now. He's a wonderful doctor, a trusted confidant, and a wonderful human being. He's helped me and my family many many times with health related needs. Dr. Herbold is very compassionate -- a great teacher and mentor. We are so fortunate to have someone of his caliber in our area. Thank you to Dr. Herbold and his staff for all the wonderful service!
    Martin G.
  • If you're having a problem, do yourself a favor and visit Dr. Herbold; he is simply AMAZING -- the most competent, knowledgeable, attentive Doctor I've ever known! And at all times the consummate professional. Additionally, his office manager is a delight and makes each experience a pleasure!
    Rena W.
  • Dr. Herbold is an excellent doctor. He is helping me heal and understand every detail of my issues with my thyroid, health and recovery. After few months on his protocol to recover my health I've greatly improved and feel energized again. I highly recommend him!
    Sandra S.
  • Dr. Herbold is helping me with my weight, which has not budged in spite of being a nutritionist myself. His unique blend of scientific knowledge and clinical experience helps him to sense exactly what the next steps are. At last, someone who can heal this healer (me)!
    Suzanne C.

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