Few can compare to Dr. Scott Watkins’ credentials when it comes to his medical expertise, experience, and dedication to the health of patients. Dr. Watkins, a certified radiation oncologist with over 25 years of experience, has witnessed first-hand the impact that cancer and other illnesses have on the human body. His journey does not end with the treatment of disease. He is now on a quest to prevent illness from occurring. If you are looking for the most trustworthy Board Certified Radiation Oncologist look no further than Functional Med 411.
What is a Board Certified Radiation Oncologist (BCRO)?
A radiation oncologist who is board-certified is an expert in using radiation therapy for cancer treatment. Radiation is used to target cancer cells and destroy them while minimizing the damage to healthy tissue. Dr. Watkins is certified by the American Board of Radiology and has spent years ensuring patients receiving radiation treatment receive expert care.
He has worked at prestigious medical institutions such as West Virginia University Medical School, Albert Einstein Center and Temple University Hospital where he completed a residency in radiation oncology. Dr. Watkins, throughout his career, has worked to help countless cancer patients fight the disease, often extending their lives or helping them achieve remission.
Preventing disease and treating cancer
Over the years Dr. Watkins has noticed a common theme: chronic illnesses like cancer are caused by chronic issues such as inflammation, metabolic disorders and poor lifestyle choices. Dr. Watkins was struck by the increasing number of cancer survivors. He wondered how we could prevent the disease from returning.
As Dr. Watkins entered his fifties, he began to experience the transformational power of functional medicine. When Dr. Watkins started to feel the effects of his hectic lifestyle, he began to notice weight gain, high blood-pressure, sleep disturbances and signs of prediabetes. He realized that preventative care was important, not only for his patients but also for him.
Functional Medicine: The Power of Functional Medicine
Dr. Watkins was opened to the possibility of prevention upstream by his exploration of Functional Medicine, a patient-centered method that addresses the root causes behind disease. Functional Medicine, unlike conventional medicine which treats symptoms, aims to improve health and prevent illnesses through lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.
Dr. Watkins is a strong believer in gut health and the role it plays in overall wellbeing. He has improved his health through dietary changes, intermittent fasting and other personalized interventions.
Preventive measures are the key to long-term health
Dr. Watkins, a board certified radiation oncologist knows the importance advanced treatments such as radiation therapy. He is now focusing on the prevention of diseases that require these interventions. He stresses that prevention begins early, long before diagnosis. For instance, managing high insulin levels or inflammation before they lead to serious conditions such as heart disease, cancer, or obesity.
Dr. Watkins is now passionate about empowering his patients to be in control of their own health. He believes that by educating people about the benefits of prevention, we can move from a reactive to a proactive model of medicine. We will then prioritize wellness and long-term health over treating illness once it has struck.
A Pound of Prevention is worth an Ounce of Cure
The journey of Dr. Watkins from a cancer specialist to a proponent of disease prevention embodies his philosophy, “An inch of prevention is worth an ounce of cure.” If you are concerned about cancer or metabolic disorders or other chronic diseases, Dr. Watkins can help you learn more about the benefits of Functional Medicine.
Dr. Watkins provides personalized care at FunctionalMed 411 to help people achieve better health, avoid future illness and live their best life. If you are ready to take control of your health, Contact us and let Dr. Watkins lead you on your path to wellness.