Patient Center

PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT

Please arrive fifteen minutes early for your initial visit.

Please bring:

• Identification
• Medicare card (if applicable)
• List of prescription medications
• Other information our doctor may need to make an accurate evaluation of your health (x-ray reports, lab results, any additional concerns you may have, etc.).
• A photo of the front and back of any supplements and over-the-counter medications you take is very useful. (See example.)

After your initial visit it is only necessary to bring updated information on prescriptions, tests, or procedures another doctor may have ordered.

PATIENT FORMS

Forms to complete prior to your consultation with Dr. McWhorter. The nature of these questions let us know the condition we can help solve.

• Women - click HERE to complete your forms prior to your consultation
• Men - click HERE to complete your forms prior to your consultation
• Payment link for consultation

Forms for Non-member services

• IASIS forms
• HOCATT forms
• Medical Records Release form

Our Philosophy

At Alabama Functional Medicine, we treat the problem at the root cause. We're not about surgery and pills for a "quick fix" that may only be a band-aid for the problem. We know that getting older doesn't have to mean that you must have less energy, a slower brain, less enjoyable sex, or have wrinkles. We stay up to date on technology that can turn back the years to help you feel your best at any age. The reason we're an all-cash practice is because insurance is about 20 years behind in covering technology. We want you to have the best resources available to you so that you can enjoy life to the fullest and look and feel younger even in your 80s-90s.

Our Process

Once you complete your membership agreement, your next appointment will begin your New You transformation. Throughout the course of your program, you will notice phases of results, first beginning with changes related to functional pelvic health--such as a stronger sex drive, more enjoyable intimacy, and less pain. Next, you'll notice a very real change to your skin--a smoother, more even appearance with the right kind of glow. In the last phase, you'll notice your body processes working more efficiently resulting in more energy, less brain fog, improved digestion, etc. By the end of the program, you'll act, look, and feel younger.

Our receptionist will work with you to schedule your appointments. You will likely receive multiple procedures/therapies at each visit. We will do our best to expedite your treatment course so that you can start experiencing the changes we expect early during your program. You will have an appointment monthly with a Provider to ensure you are responding as expected and to make any necessary adjustments.

Throughout the program, you'll have access to our all-star team of nurses, medical assistants, and therapy technicians. They will assist you in many of the treatments you'll receive during your program. They are also available to answer questions through our patient portal if you have questions/concerns between visits. You will also be given Dr. McWhorter's cell number for after-hours emergencies. It is best to use the portal during business hours and for non-emergent needs. Our team will work with our Providers to respond to your questions/concerns.

NON-MEMBER SERVICES OFFERED

Dr. McWhorter offers these helpful services to non-members:

• IASIS (encouraging permanent treatment for anxiety, pain, and fatigue)
• BTL EMSella®
• HOCATT® Ozone 

FULL SERVICE LAB

Alabama Functional Medicine provides in-office lab services through Cleveland Heart Lab®. We chose this lab due to their extensive testing options with inflammation, autoimmune diseases, and cardiovascular disease. These frequently help us to drill down to the exact cause of chronic illnesses.

Cleveland Heart Lab® is in network with essentially all insurance carriers. For your convenience, the lab will file test claims directly with your insurance company. Please contact your insurance carrier for details on your specific coverage. All billing is handled through the lab. For billing questions please contact the lab.

Our lab is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. to 2:15pm with no appointment required.

Does insurance cover this?

We provide the best technology available. Your insurance stopped keeping pace with advances in technology 20 years ago and most doctors will only do what's covered by insurance. We continually research and incorporate the latest and greatest available treatments, so you can actually get well. We don't work for the insurance company; we work for you! In the beginning, Dr. McWhorter was all about pharmaceuticals, just like most doctors. As he embarked on trying to solve the mysteries of health and help patients get truly well, he got into nutraceuticals, which changed the lives of many but not all. Today, he shops for the latest technology that produces the most effective results and often incorporates electroceuticals because they heal the body at the root. And this is what makes you feel young and vibrant again!

A common mistake is not realizing how, just like our cell phone, technology in human medicine has brought incredible change to the health space. Utilize the technology that we offer. Don't let insurance tell you what is available. You won't believe the results we see.

A former Total New You patient, Judy, walked by the room we call the Functional Zone that houses our technology and asked, "Are you still making old women like me feel young again? I'll never forget what changes occurred in there. Thank you, doc.,"

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

Dr. McWhorter strongly urges all readers to seek the help of a qualified healthcare practitioner who will discuss the reader’s health directly and fully answer all questions in a straightforward and scientific fashion. Dr. McWhorter does not intend for the reader to self-medicate or self-treat, and does not encourage such a choice. Statements made on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information contained herein is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.