Dr. Julian Whitaker
Pioneer of Alternative Medicine
Renowned integrative medicine physician, author, and speaker passionate about empowering people to take control of their health naturally.
Julian Whitaker
Foundations of a Medical Pioneer
Dr. Whitaker graduated from Dartmouth College and went on to earn his MD from Emory University. He completed his surgical internship at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. In 1974, along with four other doctors and two-time Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling, Dr. Whitaker founded the California Orthomolecular Medical Society.
Dr. Whitaker founded the Whitaker Wellness Institute (1979-2019) where he helped more than 45,000 patients improve their quality of life by providing them with the knowledge and tools that engender health and wellness.
Health Care, Not Disease Care
Dr. Whitaker believes that true health care means achieving wellness, not simply managing disease. His philosophy centers on therapeutic lifestyle changes, targeted nutritional supplements, and innovative natural therapies that work together to activate the body’s innate ability to heal. He believes with the right education, guidance, and support anyone can improve their health no matter how sick they may seem.
This approach took root early in his medical career after a patient encounter led him to explore nutritional supplements and natural therapies largely ignored by medical schools and conventional medicine. Through research and clinical experience, he became convinced these therapies offer greater potential for restoring and maintaining health than prescription drugs or invasive procedures.
Natural Blood Sugar and Anti-Aging Support
Dr. Whitaker is widely known for helping people naturally achieve and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. He helped tens of thousands of people at the Whitaker Wellness Institute—and through his Whitaker Nutrition nutritional supplements—live more comfortable, vibrant lives. He has written top-selling books and given countless lectures on blood sugar health, which is affecting our country in epidemic proportions.
When in practice, Dr. Whitaker routinely helped those with pain, cardiovascular concerns, and a wide range of age-related health problems, live healthier, happier lives.
A Champion of Health Freedom
Dr. Whitaker is a longtime advocate for medical freedom and the right to choose nutritional supplements and natural therapies. He founded the nonprofit Freedom of Health Foundation, which played a leading role in protecting these rights through successful advocacy efforts. His work includes testifying before Congress in support of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA), winning legal battles to allow truthful information on supplement labels, and defending patients and practitioners targeted for their health care choices. In recognition of these efforts, Dr. Whitaker has received multiple awards.
Awards and Recognition
- First Amendment Hall of Fame Award, Emord & Associates, 2014
- Sacred Fire of Liberty Award, Emord & Associates, 2014
- Excellence in Integrative Medicine Award, Emord & Associates, 2014
- Excellence in Nutrition Science Award, Emord & Associates, 2014
- 30th Anniversary Award of Excellence, Burzynski Clinic, 2008
- American Physician Award, Reflexology of America, 2006
- Lifetime Achievement Award, International/American Association of Clinical Nutritionists, 2006
- Defender of Human Rights Award, CCHR, 2005
- Guardian of the Constitution Award, Emord & Associates, 2004
- Protector of Human Rights, CCHR, 2004
- Pearson v. Shalala 1st Amendment Freedom Award, Emord & Associates, 2001
- Presidential Commendation for Exemplary and Inspirational Achievement, American College for Advancement in Medicine, 1995
Books and Other Publications
In addition to Health & Healing and numerous special reports, Dr. Whitaker has authored or co-authored 13 books, including:
- The Mini-Fast Diet
- The Whitaker Wellness Weight Loss Plan
- Reversing Diabetes Cookbook
- Reversing Diabetes
- Reversing Heart Disease
- Quick and Easy Recipes for Vibrant Living
- Reversing Hypertension
- The Memory Solution
- Shed 10 Years in 10 Weeks
- The Pain Relief Breakthrough
- Is Heart Surgery Necessary?
- Dr. Whitaker’s Guide to Natural Healing
- Reversing Health Risks
