Joe Mather, MD, MPH&TM, is a board-certified Family Practice physician who practices Functional Medicine in New Orleans, LA. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and Tulane University School of Public Health in 2011 and completed his residency in 2014. In his medical practice, he focuses on delivering cost-effective and practical medical care with a focus on GI health. He spends a lot of time working with patients suffering from complex diseases and helping patients to optimize their longevity. When he is not working with patients, you will find him chasing his three small children, exercising, or meditating.
Education
- Tulane University, MD
- Tulane University, MPH
- University of Notre Dame, BS (Pre-med)
Certifications
- Medical Doctor (LA and TX)
- Board Certified in Family Medicine
Affiliations
Publications
- Ruscio, M., Guard, G., & Mather, J. (2022). Symptoms originally attributed to thyroid dysfunction were instead caused by suboptimal gastrointestinal health: A case series and literature review. Integrative Medicine (Encinitas), 21(3), 22–29.
Areas of special interest: Gut health, SIBO, parasitic infection, complex illness, mold and heavy metal toxicity
