SAN DIEGO, February 21, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dr. Matthew M. Willis, owner of Advanced Functional Medicine, was selected by Marquis Who's Who for a prominent feature in the San Diego, California, regional edition of GQ.

With over a decade of experience, Dr. Willis is a rising leader in the health care industry and the world of functional medicine. Nationally recognized as a board-certified diplomate internist, he serves as the owner of Advanced Functional Medicine, which he founded in 2014. Primarily based in San Diego, California, with secondary offices in Los Angeles and Orange County, his business is well-regarded for providing specialized medical services to its patients, particularly regarding medical diagnoses and getting to the root cause of medical issues, versus merely using medications to mask symptoms.

Dr. Willis founded his clinic in response to the ever-changing landscape of modern medicine. He acknowledges how patients are more aware of the inner workings of the medical field today, especially as it pertains to the overuse of prescription drugs. Advanced Functional Medicine and Dr. Willis are at the forefront of a much-needed change in the existing health care model, one better suited for today's world as patients demand healthier and more effective alternatives to traditional drug therapy. As such, Dr. Willis and his colleagues utilize the latest trends in diagnostic testing to identify the hidden imbalances, deficiencies and issues responsible for symptoms and conditions. They provide detailed guidance on how to achieve their full health potential. This becomes a highly effective form of healing for most patients who are willing to put in the effort and partnership that functional medicine requires.

Dr. Willis is also well-regarded for his scholarly output. In addition to being an educator and regular public health speaker, in 2018, he published his first book, "The Truth About Type 2 Diabetes." In 2019, he founded Advanced Functional Formulations, a nutraceutical brand of professional-grade supplements created in an FDA-approved facility to help patients overcome various chronic illnesses.

Dr. Willis attributes his success to connecting with his patients on clinical, social, emotional and spiritual levels. He regularly meets with patients to discuss their health goals and celebrate milestones; such conversations often boost morale and optimism in everyday life. In addition, they allow Dr. Willis to provide more personalized care through dietary changes, lifestyle interventions, nutritional counseling and supplementation.

EDUCATION HIGHLIGHTS
Dr. Willis studied at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and earned a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy in 2007 and a Bachelor of Science in pre-med in 2009. He continued his studies at the National University of Health Sciences in Chicago, achieving a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine in 2013. In addition, he became a nationally board-certified internist by the Council on Diagnosis and Internal Disorders in 2015. Furthermore, he is board-certified in diagnostic imaging, clinical laboratory diagnosis and physiological therapeutics. He received his status as a board-certified diplomate internist from the American Board of Chiropractic Internists.

AWARD HIGHLIGHTS
In 2021, Dr. Willis was awarded one of America's Top Doctors for professional integrity, innumerable contributions to society and outstanding achievement in his field. His business was named the Best of Medical Clinics in Southern California. Similarly, it was named the Best Medical Office in San Diego for four consecutive years, from 2018 to 2022. He was also featured in The Wall Street Journal as a Distinguished Leader in his field.

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