Hashimoto's, Thyroid, and Autoimmune Care in Middletown, Delaware
Living with Hashimoto's, another thyroid condition, or an autoimmune diagnosis often means feeling tired, foggy, or just not like yourself, even when you've been told your labs look fine. You deserve time to talk it through and a plan that makes sense to you.
We'll call you within 1 business day. Requests welcome evenings and weekends.
At Functional Medicine of Delaware, we look at how your thyroid and immune system connect to the rest of your health. We work alongside your other doctors, and we don't ask you to stop care you already have.
Concerns we often see
- Gut & digestive issues
- Fatigue & low energy
- Brain fog
- Hormone & menopause symptoms
- Autoimmune concerns
- Fibromyalgia
- Stress that won't lift
Not sure if we're the right fit? request a call and we'll talk it through.
Our approach, starting with the gut
Much of the immune system lives in and around the gut, so we start there. We look at digestion, food sensitivities, nutrient levels, stress, sleep, and inflammation. When it makes sense, we order a fuller set of labs than a standard check, so we can see more of the picture.
Your provider walks you through the results in plain language and builds a personal plan with you. That may include nutrition changes, targeted supplements, lifestyle steps, and medication options when appropriate. We follow up over time and adjust the plan as we learn what helps you.
Who we help
We see adults with Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism, and other autoimmune concerns, as well as people with symptoms who want to understand what's going on.
Where we see patients
We see patients in person at our Middletown office, 35 W Main St, Middletown, DE 19709. Patients from New Jersey and Pennsylvania are welcome to visit us in person. Virtual visits are available for Delaware and Maryland residents.
In-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, Cigna, and Delaware Medicaid. We can bill out of network to all other plans except Medicare.
"I have had more providers than I can count, and she is the first to make me truly feel heard and understood. … I feel for the first time in my life, I had a provider that cared about ALL parts of me."Kayla W. Ā· Patient
A caring team, right here in Middletown
Stephanie Hollinshead
MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Kayla McManus
FNP-BC
Stephanie Ottaviani
MSN, FNP-C
What to expect
Request a call
Share your name, email and phone. That's it.
Our team calls you
We answer questions and find a time that works.
Your first visit
In our Middletown office or virtually (Delaware and Maryland).
Visit us
Functional Medicine of Delaware
35 W Main St, Middletown, DE 19709
(302) 446-4099
Hours
Mondayā€“Friday, 9amā€“5pm
Virtual visits available in DE and MD
Insurance
We accept most major insurance plans. Our team can review your coverage with you when we call.
Common questions
Do you treat Hashimoto's?
Yes. We look at thyroid function, the immune system, digestion, nutrition, and stress, and build a personal plan with you. We're happy to work alongside your current doctors.
What thyroid labs do you look at?
When it makes sense, we may look at a fuller thyroid panel and related markers, beyond a single screening test. Your provider explains what each result means for you.
Why start with the gut for autoimmune concerns?
Much of the immune system sits in and around the gut. Supporting digestion is often a helpful first step in an autoimmune plan.
Can I keep seeing my endocrinologist?
Yes. We work alongside your other providers and can share information with them when you'd like us to.
Do you offer virtual visits?
Virtual visits are available for Delaware and Maryland residents. Patients from New Jersey and Pennsylvania are welcome in person at our Middletown office.
Ready to take the first step?
Call us at 302-446-4099 (Mondayā€“Friday, 9ā€“5) or fill out our request-a-call form, and our front desk will call you to set up your first visit. If you'd like to book with Stephanie Hollinshead directly, you can schedule online here.
Middletown, DE · Virtual visits in DE & MD · Most insurance acceptedThis page is for general education and is not medical advice. Please don't include health details when requesting a call.
