my vision for a better way
We need a drastic shift in our healthcare paradigm. It can take months to see your primary care doctor. When you are seen (usually just once per year) the face-time with the physician is just seven to fifteen minutes, with time only to introduce yourself, answer a few standard questions from the physician and get a superficial physical exam. Your health insurance might pay for the basic labs and medicines that everyone gets but not necessarily for the advanced testing and treatment that will lead your body to optimum health. This approach to medicine and to your health is not practical, effective or sustainable.
At Beyond Medicine, MD, I will be your partner in your journey to finding whole health. As a physician, I offer extended appointment times on a regularly occurring basis with the ability to easily communicate with me in between appointments, giving you the time, access and ongoing support you deserve.
I am passionate about uniting medical science with natural interventions to advance the knowledge of the root cause of disease, identify the building blocks of health, and to facilitate the body’s natural ability to heal and regenerate. Through personalized nutrition and micronutrient supplementation our bodies can be optimized to naturally fight off disease and be restored.
Without the restrictions and barriers inherent in accepting health insurance, this approach allows me to pinpoint disease at a genetic, cellular and biochemical level. Ultimately, this leads to a treatment plan tailored toward your unique body and make up and allows you to exercise autonomy in your healthcare, truly putting you in the driver's seat of your health and life.
My Approach
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Integrative
A whole person approach to optimizing your health, identifying and treating the root cause of your symptoms, promoting your body’s natural ability to heal and regenerate.
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24/7 Doctor access
Membership offers an elevated healthcare experience with your own private doctor, on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Personalized
Advanced genomic, metabolic and functional lab testing to identify disease at the biochemical level tailoring a treatment plan completely unique and personalized to your body.
“Advanced medical science meets whole health”
FAQs
what makes beyond medicine, md unique?
Dr. Illescas is a physician, dual trained in Internal and Integrative Medicine.
Dr. Illescas provides physician oversight, specialty referrals, advanced imaging and lab referrals, medication and supplement prescriptions.
Dr. Illescas provides outpatient and inpatient concierge services…your own private doctor, 24/7.
As an advanced diagnostician, Dr. Illescas will find the missing pieces to your health puzzle and discover the root cause of your symptoms.
As a Clinician Educator, Dr. Illescas provides monthly educational workshops to the community.
Beyond Medicine, MD is a boutique, cash based integrative medicine practice. With a smaller client panel, Dr. Illescas is able to offer extended appointment times and frequent communication that fosters a beautiful client- physician relationship.
Do I need to keep my health insurance if I join Beyond Medicine, MD?
Yes. However, it is recommended that you change to a high deductible plan, designed for emergencies only. The difference in your monthly premium can be contributed to an HSA which can then be used to pay for a customized healthcare experience with Beyond Medicine, MD. For services outside of Beyond Medicine, MD, clients are able to use their insurance for services such as routine lab work, imaging studies, specialty tests, and consultations with specialists.
What is the wait time to be seen for a visit?
On occasion, same day appointments are available, while the majority can be made within 2-3 days. Virtual appointments are available as well.
What is the wait time for a response in the package-based model?
Dr. Illescas will respond via email or the patient portal within 24-48 hours. If you are having a medical emergency either call 911 or go to Albuquerque ER and Hospital.
What is the wait time to for a response in the membership based model?
Dr. Illescas will usually be able to respond to your call or your text message immediately or within 1 hour.