Dr. Willis specializes in such conditions as diabetes, thyroid issues, cardiovascular disease, digestive disorders and cognitive function, among other specialty areas.
SAN DIEGO, CA, May 03, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Marquis Who's Who, the world's premier publisher of biographical profiles, is proud to present Dr. Matthew M. Willis with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished listee, Dr. Willis celebrates many years' experience in his professional network, and has been noted for achievements, leadership qualities, and the credentials and successes he has accrued in his field. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Leveraging more than 10 years of professional experience, Dr. Willis is a noted expert in functional medicine, having spent much of his time practicing medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic disease. Since 2014, he has served as the owner and physician of Advanced Functional Medicine in San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles, California, where he guides his patients in achieving their health goals. As part of his responsibilities, Dr. Willis routinely runs diagnostic tests for patients, such as blood panels, saliva and hormone tests, and toxicity tests, and creates tailored dietary, nutritional and supplemental plans for his patients to achieve maximal health.
Notably, Dr. Willis specializes in such conditions as diabetes, thyroid issues, cardiovascular disease, digestive disorders and cognitive function, among other specialty areas. In 2018, he authored the best-selling book, "The Truth About Type 2 Diabetes," which has been met with much acclaim. Demonstrating versatility in his profession, he is also a speaker for the nonprofit group Doctors for Health and Wellness, as well as a regular contributor to several functional medicine and integrative health sites across the nation. To wit, he is a staunch advocate of functional medicine, emphasizing the benefits of leveraging its dynamic model to treat the root causes of chronic disease.
To prepare for his career, Dr. Willis pursued a formal education at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in philosophy in 2007 and a Bachelor of Science in pre-med studies in 2009. Thereafter, he completed a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine at the National University of Health Sciences in 2013. Most recently, he became a nationally board-certified diplomate internist through the American Board of Chiropractic Internists in 2015. Other credentials to Dr. Willis' credit include certifications as a board-certified internist through the Council of Diagnosis and Internal Disorders and board certifications in diagnostic imaging, clinical laboratory diagnosis and physiological therapeutics.
To remain abreast of developments in his areas of expertise, Dr. Willis has maintained professional alignment with such nationally recognized institutions as the Institute for Functional Medicine, the Council on Diagnosis of Internal Disorders, the Cancer Control Society, the American Diabetes Association and the Alzheimer's Family Organization, among others.
Dr. Willis has accrued numerous accolades since the inception of his medical career. Named the Clinician of the Year by the San Diego Tribune, he was also recognized for Best of Diabetes Care in Southern California and as a Favorite Health Speaker by the Wellness Foundation. Moreover, Advanced Functional Medicine of San Diego was honored among the Best Medical Clinics in San Diego in 2020 and among the Best Medical Offices in 2018, 2019 and 2020. Among his many career achievements, however, Dr. Willis is particularly proud of having the opportunity to break the confines of traditional medicine. To this end, he enjoys treating patients and impacting them mentally, emotionally and spiritually to cultivate healthier lifestyles, as well as creating customized care plans for each patient.
In the coming years, Dr. Willis aims to continue advancing in his blossoming medical career. Married to his wife Nicole, they share three children: Roman, Jack and Weston. He and his family are members of Foothills Church in San Diego and enjoy contributing to their local community.
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