Thyroid Treatment
Expert Thyroid Treatment in Ashburn, VA
- Patient-first care focused on symptoms, not numbers alone
- Extensive 200-plus point testing leaves nothing unexamined behind
- Western and functional medicine combined for complete care
- Convenient Ashburn clinic offering comfortable, supportive access locally
What Is Thyroid Treatment?
Thyroid treatment at Nava Health is a comprehensive, functional medicine approach designed to optimize the function of your thyroid gland, the “master controller” of your metabolism.
Unlike conventional care that typically prescribes a single medication (Synthroid/Levothyroxine) based solely on TSH levels, our approach is personalized. We recognize that thyroid health is interconnected with your adrenals, your gut, and your immune system. Our goal isn’t just to fix a number on a lab report; it is to resolve the symptoms that disrupt your life, from brain fog and hair loss to stubborn weight gain and fatigue.
Who Can Benefit from Thyroid Treatment
Individuals with thyroid-related symptoms, diagnosed conditions, or unresolved health concerns.
Those with “Unexplained” Fatigue
If you are sleeping 8 hours a night but still waking up exhausted, your thyroid may not be producing enough T3 (active hormone) to fuel your mitochondria, leaving your cells starved for energy.
Those with Autoimmune Conditions (Hashimoto’s)
If you have high antibodies but normal TSH, conventional doctors often wait until your thyroid is destroyed to treat you. We intervene early to lower inflammation and protect your gland from further autoimmune attack.
Women with Menstrual Irregularities or Infertility
Thyroid function and ovarian function are linked. Low thyroid levels can disrupt ovulation and lead to heavy, painful periods or difficulty conceiving. Treatment often restores cycle regularity and supports reproductive health.
People Struggling with Weight Loss Resistance
When the thyroid is sluggish, your basal metabolic rate drops. If you are eating clean and exercising but the scale won’t budge, optimizing thyroid levels can reignite your body’s ability to burn fat.
Individuals with Brain Fog or Depression
Thyroid hormones are critical for brain function. Many clients misdiagnosed with depression actually have undiagnosed hypothyroidism. Restoring levels often lifts the “cloud,” improving memory, focus, and overall mood stability.
Patients with Hair Loss and Dry Skin
Your hair follicles need thyroid hormone to grow. If you are noticing thinning hair, brittle nails, or excessively dry skin, it is often a physical sign that your body is prioritizing survival over aesthetics due to low thyroid function.
Virtual care
Telehealth care now available across 15 states.
You can experience Nava Health’s comprehensive, integrative care through secure virtual visits. Our team is fully licensed in 15 states, allowing you to connect seamlessly with our expert functional medicine providers and nutritionists for personalized, data-driven wellness — delivered wherever we are licensed to serve you.
What Thyroid Treatment Involves
At Nava Health Ashburn, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all pill. Your treatment is tailored to your unique biochemistry.
- Advanced Diagnostics: We test for the “Why”—looking at gut health, cortisol levels, and nutrient status (Selenium, Zinc, Iodine) that affect thyroid performance.
- Medication Options: We are not limited to one drug. We utilize T4/T3 combination therapies, Natural Desiccated Thyroid (NDT), and compounded medications to find what works for your body.
- Nutritional Support: We identify foods that may be triggering an autoimmune response (like gluten) and provide a nutrition plan to lower inflammation.
- Lifestyle Integration: We help you manage stress, which is a known thyroid suppressor, ensuring your lifestyle supports your recovery.
Symptoms & Health Effects of Thyroid Dysfunction
The thyroid affects nearly every cell in your body. When it is off, everything is off.
- Metabolic: Unexplained weight gain, high cholesterol, and feeling cold all the time.
- Physical: Hair loss (including eyebrows), dry skin, constipation, and muscle weakness.
- Mental: Severe brain fog, anxiety, depression, and poor memory.
- Cardiovascular: Slow heart rate (hypothyroid) or heart palpitations (hyperthyroid).
- Long-Term Risks: Untreated thyroid issues increase the risk of heart disease, infertility, and severe metabolic disorders.
What Our Clients Say
“Becoming a member of Nava Health & Vitality has been the best thing I’ve ever done. Every time I arrive I’m greeted by friendly people who are knowledgeable and professional.”
“I was always looking for a healthier life style and stay away from modern medicines with all there side affects. These years have been a great experience. I highly recommend this for everyone who wants better health.”
“The attention to my health needs has been a wonderful change from my PCP. I always look forward to meeting with my nutritionist, Ryan. Samantha has helped me reach some goals I thought I could not.”
“Since I made the decision to take my health into my own hands, I am feeling so much better. I went to Nava with no energy, brain fog, stomach issues and aches and pains. My regular doctors found nothing and haven’t addressed anything. I had complete blood work here and discovered hormone imbalances and other issues that are all being addressed. ”
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do my regular labs show “normal” TSH, but I still feel sick?
The “normal” range for TSH is very wide and varies by lab. Furthermore, TSH is a pituitary hormone, not a thyroid hormone. You can have normal TSH but still have low T3 (active thyroid hormone) or high Reverse T3 (blocking hormone). We test all of these to see the real picture.
Do you prescribe Armour Thyroid or natural options?
Yes. We believe in finding the medication that makes you feel best. Many clients respond better to Natural Desiccated Thyroid (like Armour) or compounded T4/T3 combinations than to synthetic T4 alone. We are open to all evidence-based options.
What is Hashimoto’s Disease?
Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition where your immune system attacks your thyroid gland. It is the leading cause of hypothyroidism in the US. We test TPO and TgAb antibodies to identify this early and use anti-inflammatory protocols to manage it.
Can diet really help my thyroid?
Absolutely. The thyroid requires specific nutrients (Zinc, Selenium, Iodine, Tyrosine) to function. Conversely, inflammatory foods (like gluten) can trigger autoimmune attacks on the thyroid. Our nutritionists help you design a diet that supports thyroid health.
Is thyroid treatment covered by insurance?
Most standard thyroid medications and blood tests are covered by insurance. However, the comprehensive Nava Health membership and some functional testing or compounded medications may be out-of-pocket expenses. We can provide documentation for you to submit to your insurance.
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Nava Health Ashburn is a functional and integrative medical practice, where we take a personalized, root-cause, data-driven approach to health and wellness. We go beyond the traditional model of reactive disease management to how medicine should be—where proactive, preventive, and longevity medicine take priority. Our mission is to help the Ashburn community live longer, healthier lives.