Integrative Medicine · Destin, FL
Destin, FL Integrative Medicine
Whole-person, non-surgical, non-opioid care for Destin patients, with medical, chiropractic, rehab, and massage staff working together.
A Local Option for Integrative Medicine in Destin
Many Destin residents work in hospitality, charter fishing, and retail, which means long hours on their feet and busy seasonal schedules. Our office on Beal Parkway in Fort Walton Beach is a straightforward drive across Okaloosa Island on US 98.
When you think about how many internal and external influences affect your health, it becomes clear why an approach that addresses all of them together makes sense. That is the goal of integrative medicine.
What Integrative Medicine Means at Our Clinic
When our team evaluates you, our medical, chiropractic, physical rehab, and massage therapy staff collaborate to determine your non-surgical, non-opioid treatment options. Once your options are explained, our staff guides you through the treatment process.
Treatment combines medical and physical medicine techniques to ease symptoms while working on your long-term goals and the underlying cause of your condition.
Who Integrative Medicine May Help
Integrative care may be a good fit for Destin patients who:
- Want to avoid or delay surgery and opioid pain medication
- Have pain or injuries involving several parts of the body
- Have tried single treatments without lasting results
- Want care that looks at posture, movement, and lifestyle
- Prefer one team instead of several separate offices
Integrative medicine works alongside your primary care provider and specialists, not in place of them. We are glad to coordinate when it helps your care.
You are welcome to bring a family member to your first visit, along with any imaging reports or notes from other providers.
How Integrative Medicine Begins at Our Clinic
We keep the process simple so you can focus on feeling better. Most Destin patients follow these steps:
Call (850) 226-6728 or use our online request form. We collect your health history and insurance information when you arrive.
We review your condition in detail and examine range of motion, strength, and joint function, and we may digitally scan your foot and ankle function.
Our medical, chiropractic, rehab, and massage staff review your exam together to decide which combination of treatments fits your goals.
We explain what we found, answer your questions, and build a personalized plan, then adjust it as you progress.
Many plans follow three general phases. Relief care comes first, often two to three visits a week for four to 12 weeks. Corrective care follows, typically about three times a week for six to ten weeks, and wellness care is usually one to four visits a month.
Getting to Our Clinic From Destin
Destin patients who want more than a quick fix often look for a clinic where several types of care work together. Our Fort Walton Beach office is a short drive west on US 98.
From Destin, head west on US 98 (Miracle Strip Parkway), cross the Marler Bridge and Okaloosa Island, then continue over the Brooks Bridge into Fort Walton Beach and turn onto Beal Parkway. The roughly 8-mile trip usually takes about 16 minutes, though summer traffic can add time.
Patients from Destin's neighbors, including Okaloosa Island and Miramar Beach to the east, use the same US 98 route to reach us.
Why Choose Our Clinic for Integrative Medicine
When Destin residents pick our clinic, they often mention:
- Most insurance plans accepted, including Medicare
- A three-phase approach from relief to long-term wellness
- Non-surgical, non-opioid options come first
- Non-surgical, non-opioid care is the focus
Your care is guided by Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., a licensed chiropractic physician and board certified acupuncturist who earned his Doctor of Chiropractic at the National University of Health Sciences. Around the office he is known as "Doc" for his laid-back manner and sense of humor.
With weekday hours on Monday through Wednesday and Friday, it is easier to plan visits around work, school, and family schedules.
Common Questions From Destin Patients
What treatments are part of integrative medicine here?
Depending on your needs, care may include chiropractic adjustments, physical rehab, massage therapy, acupuncture, bracing and orthotics, injections, regenerative therapies, and nutrition guidance.
How many visits will I need?
Care typically moves through phases. Relief care is often two to three visits a week for four to 12 weeks, corrective care about three times a week for six to ten weeks, and wellness care one to four times a month. Your plan depends on your condition and goals. Destin patients often schedule earlier in the day to avoid the heaviest US 98 traffic, especially in summer.
Where is your clinic, and how do I get there from Destin?
Most Destin patients reach us in about 16 minutes. Take US 98 (Miracle Strip Parkway) west over the Marler and Brooks bridges, then follow Beal Parkway to 24 Beal Pkwy.
Are you a holistic doctor near Destin?
Our clinic takes a holistic, integrative approach. Your care team includes Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., a licensed chiropractic physician and board certified acupuncturist, and Lisa Haik, APRN, FNP-BC, a board certified family nurse practitioner.
Is integrative medicine covered by insurance?
We accept most health insurance plans, including Medicare. If you have no insurance or no chiropractic benefits, flexible payment programs can be arranged, and many patients choose to pay directly for care. Our staff will explain your options before treatment.
What should I wear to my integrative medicine appointment?
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in, such as athletic wear, since your evaluation may include movement tests, a posture check, and a foot and ankle scan. If you are heading over from the beach or a day on the water, bring a dry change of clothes so you are comfortable on the table.
Schedule Your Visit From Destin Today
Have questions first? Call our office at (850) 226-6728. If you are ready, you can request an appointment online in a couple of minutes.
Driving From Destin
Our clinic is at 24 Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. From Destin, plan on about 16 minutes in normal traffic.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
| Monday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 – 2:00 pm |
| Sat & Sun | Closed |