Our guiding philosophy is to help you reach your optimal self  through health optimization, with a strong emphasis on the quality of life that is important to you. 

Here are the key aspects of our approach:

1. Metabolic Health Optimization: We recognize the critical role of metabolic health in overall well-being. I focus on lifestyle modifications, exercise, Healthy food guidance, appropriate vitamin supplementation and stress management to optimize metabolic function .

2. Quality of Life: Beyond physical health, we prioritize patients overall quality of life. IWe consider mental and emotional well-being, social connections, and personal fulfillment as essential components of a healthy life.

3. Medically assisted weight loss: Through a multi faceted approach that focuses on achieving a healthy weight in a sustainable fashion while avoiding and treating unwanted side effects such as nausea, constipation and diarrhea.

4. Healthy Doctor-Patient Relationship: We foster a collaborative and respectful relationship with our patients. Through active listening and joint decision making. This partnership enhances trust and encourages open communication.

5. Direct Primary Care Model: Dr. Derman operates outside the traditional insurance-based system. Instead, We practice direct primary care, where patients pay a membership fee for comprehensive services. This model allows more personalized attention and longer appointments.

In summary, our approach focuses on metabolic health optimization, patient-centered care, and a direct primary care model—all aimed at promoting well-being and longevity.

Dr. Derman is a dedicated internist who has built a commendable career in medicine serving the community in Monroe New York for the past four years. He embarked on his medical journey at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2014, where he honed his skills and knowledge in osteopathic medicine—a distinct branch of medical practice that promotes a whole-person approach to treatment.

Following his medical school training in 2018, Dr. Derman further specialized in Internal Medicine during his residency at the prestigious Mount Sinai Morningside and West Hospitals in New York City. This period of intensive training equipped him with the expertise to manage a wide spectrum of common illnesses in adult men and women.

Since 2021 Dr. Derman has been caring for the community in Monroe New York treating patients with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart conditions, thyroid conditions, urinary dysfunction, sexual dysfunction and full spectrum diabetes care including injectable insulin, automatic insulin pumps and constant glucose monitors. 

He is a proactive internist who emphasizes the importance of preventative treatments to maintain and improve overall health. His approach includes a comprehensive focus on weight management, blood pressure optimization, cholesterol optimization, and fostering healthy lifestyle choices among his patients.

In addition to physical health, Dr. Derman is attentive to the mental well-being of his patients, understanding the critical role it plays in one’s overall health. He addresses mental health concerns with the same diligence as physical ailments, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care.

Moreover, Dr. Derman recognizes the significance of sexual health and sleep health as integral components of a person’s life. He provides guidance and treatment options that support the sexual wellness and sleep quality of his patients, contributing to their comprehensive health optimization.

With his extensive training and experience, Dr. Derman’s practice is not just about treating illnesses but also about preventing them, helping patients lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.