
8321 Old Courthouse RD
STE 202
Vienna, VA 22182
T 703-740-4577
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Patient's Choice Direct Specialty Care
Whole-Person Care for Every Stage of Your Life
Welcome to PHW Specialty Clinic, where your long-term health & wellness are our highest priority. We offer a modern, highly personalized, results-driven healthcare experience, combining advanced medical expertise with the attentive, unhurried approach of a top tier concierge medicine practice. As a premier Direct Specialty Care (DSC) clinic, we expertly integrate Functional Medicine's root-cause approach with advanced Internal Medicine to deliver personalized, comprehensive care for adults with a wide range of acute to complex conditions. This unique integration allows us to identify and address the true sources of your health concerns or wellness goals, delivering meaningful, lasting results beyond temporary fixes. Whether you're managing a chronic condition, navigating age-related changes, or seeking to optimize your overall well-being, PHW provides expert, on-demand medical guidance with precision diagnostics and deeply personalized care. Designed to heal at the root, restore balance, and support lifelong vitality, our care empowers you to thrive at every stage of your journey.
Meet Dr. Malik
Humera Malik, MD, DABIM, IFMCP, LLMD
Humera Malik, MD, DABIM, IFMCP, LLMD
Whole Health Expert & Trusted Wellness Partner
At PHW Specialty Clinic, Dr. Malik offers a truly elevated, one-on-one, high touch healthcare experience. She combines advanced diagnostics, compassionate care, & personalized precision to deliver a comprehensive, root-cause approach to your health. With over 20 years of extensive clinical experience, she specializes in helping patients reclaim long-term health & vibrant energy through an innovative model that integrates root cause Functional Medicine with evidence-based, data-driven advanced Internal Medicine.
Triple-Certified, Deeply Experienced, Widely Respected
Dr. Malik brings broad & deep expertise across multiple specialties:
- DABIM Board-Certified in Internal Medicine
- IFMCP-Certified Practitioner in Functional Medicine
- ILADS-Trained Lyme Disease Specialist (LLMD)
- SVC Internal Medicine Residency Program in affiliation with AEMC, LIJ, & NYU
Dr. Malik's specialty lies in turning complex, chronic conditions into clear, actionable treatment plans, backed by data & delivered with compassion. Whether you're navigating chronic, persistent symptoms or seeking preventative anti-aging bio-optimization, Dr. Malik offers a powerful blend of scientific rigor & compassionate, individualized care.
Where Healing Begins with Connection
Dr. Malik goes beyond symptom management to uncover & address the "why" behind your health or wellness challenges. She focuses on treating acute to chronic, often overlooked, conditions with empathy, insight, & precision. Her holistic approach includes:
- Advanced lab testing.
- Integrative therapies.
- Personalized strategies to support full-body healing.
Dr. Malik's care philosophy is simple, but profound: treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis. Patients consistently describe her as:
- Warm, intuitive, & exceptionally attentive.
- Laser-focused on uncovering underlying causes.
- Empowering, thorough, & deeply committed.
Each patient benefits from dedicated one-on-one time, strategic health & wellness goal planning with consistent follow-through, all within the comfort & flexibility of the modern DSC model. Dr. Malik takes the time to listen, educate, & strategize with you, offering not just treatment, but true partnership in your care. She is your trusted partner in your well-being, who is beside you through every step of your health journey. With Dr. Malik, your care is never rushed. It’s crafted, informed, & ongoing through every chapter of your wellness journey. Ready for expert VIP care that transforms your life? Let's see how we can help you. Discover the benefits of our VIP Care membership & schedule your complimentary discovery call with Dr. Malik today.
Services
Direct Specialty Care
What is DSC?
How DSC Differs from Direct Primary Care (DPC)?
How DSC Works?
Benefits of Choosing DSC
Is DSC Right For You?
What We Treat
From acute issues to complex, chronic conditions, many of our patients come to us after years of seeking answers. We specialize in identifying & addressing a wide range of health concerns with care & expertise.
Autoimmune Conditions
Autoimmune diseases, including arthritis, chronic inflammation-related headaches, migraines, & immune hypersensitivity like allergies, require a thoughtful, root-cause approach. We work to identify & address key triggers such as gut imbalances, chronic infections, stress, & environmental toxins, including mold mycotoxins & heavy metals. Our goal is to calm systemic inflammation & restore immune balance. Using personalized nutrition, lifestyle strategies, & targeted therapies, we support long-term immune regulation, without excessive dependence on immunosuppressants.
Cardiometabolic Health
Our root-cause approach to addresses weight, cholesterol, & blood sugar imbalances. Using advanced testing, including comprehensive lipid panels & insulin markers, we detect early signs of cardiometabolic dysfunction that can lead to conditions like diabetes, pre-diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, & high cholesterol. Our personalized plans combine targeted nutrition, movement, sleep optimization, & precise supplementation to restore metabolic balance & often reverse early-stage disease.
Chronic Fatigue & Low Energy
We uncover & address the underlying causes of fatigue, whether related to thyroid or adrenal imbalances, mitochondrial dysfunction, nutrient deficiencies, or hidden infections. Through a personalized, systems-based approach, we support energy production at the cellular level, helping you restore resilience & regain lasting vitality.
Brain Fog & Cognitive Dysfunction
We evaluate key factors affecting brain health, including nutrient deficiencies, toxin exposure, vascular integrity, & early neurodegenerative changes. Our personalized protocols combine lifestyle strategies, detoxification support, & brain-targeted nutrition to enhance mental clarity, focus, & long-term cognitive function.
Gut Health & Digestive Issues
Optimal gut function is central to your overall health. We use advanced stool analysis, food sensitivity testing, & clinical evaluation to pinpoint the root causes of digestive & gastrointestinal disorders like candida, parasites, dysbiosis, leaky gut, & SIBO. Our approach follows the Functional Medicine 5R framework: Remove, Replace, Reinoculate, Repair, & Rebalance. This structured process helps restore gut health & supports lasting, whole-body wellness.
Men's Whole Health & Andropause
(Male Menopause)
Our comprehensive, root-cause approach to men’s hormone health evaluates thyroid, adrenal, & sex hormones through advanced testing. When imbalances are identified, we create personalized plans that may include lifestyle strategies, targeted supplementation, & hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Our approach supports men through the changes that come with aging, addressing concerns such as low energy, mood changes, sleep disturbances, sexual wellness, weight management, & cognitive health. We also assess kidney, bladder, & urinary tract health, cardiovascular risk, & other key lifestyle and metabolic factors.
Women's Whole Health, PMS, PCOS, Perimenopause, & Menopause
Our comprehensive, personalized approach to women’s hormone health, using advanced testing to assess thyroid, adrenal, & sex hormones. By identifying the root causes of imbalance, we create tailored plans that may include lifestyle modifications, targeted supplementation, & hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We support women through every hormonal phase, from PMS and PCOS to perimenopause & menopause, addressing a wide range of concerns including mood changes, fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight fluctuations, sexual wellness, urinary & bladder health, cardiovascular risk, stress management, adrenal & thyroid support, & functional weight management.
Lyme Disease & Co-infections, Long COVID, EBV, Etc
We provide comprehensive, compassionate care for lingering symptoms following bacterial & viral infections, including Lyme disease, Long COVID, Epstein–Barr virus (EBV), & other post-infectious conditions. Our approach addresses key drivers such as chronic inflammation, immune dysregulation, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, & possible reactivation of latent infections. Our personalized treatment plans aim to support your recovery, strengthen resilience, & promote lasting healing.
Preventive Anti-Aging & Longevity Care
We focus on proactive, personalized care to enhance vitality & extend your healthspan, prioritizing quality of life alongside longevity. Using advanced lab testing, genetic risk analysis, & biological age markers, we create tailored plans to optimize your lifestyle, nutrition, and overall well-being. Our goal is to help you age with strength, clarity, & energy, so you can enjoy a vibrant, fulfilling life at every stage.
Treatment
We Get to the Root
Personalized Root-Cause Care That Transforms
At PHW Specialty Clinic, we don’t just treat symptoms—we uncover the “why.” Our specialty in bio-optimization focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic illness and age-related decline. The goal? To restore balance, build resilience, and help you thrive through highly personalized, long-term care.
What to Expect
- Foundational Health Review: We start with a thorough consultation exploring your health history, current concerns, diet, lifestyle, & goals. This in-depth assessment forms the basis of your personalized precision care plan.
- Advanced Functional Assessment: Using leading-edge diagnostics with a holistic lens, we assess your genetics, environment, and biology. We uncover hidden patterns from inflammation & hormonal imbalances to gut health, detox pathways, and immune function that may be holding you back.
- Your Personalized Health Blueprint: Based on your unique individual profile, we craft a tailored roadmap that may include nutrition guidance, lifestyle upgrades, targeted supplements, & integrative therapies, all selected to restore your body’s natural balance & energy.
- Ongoing Partnership & Support: Health is a continuous and evolving journey. We're with you every step of the way, offering ongoing check-ins & expert guidance when you really need us. We adapt your care plan as your needs & goals shift.
Empowering You to Thrive
At PHW, we're more than a clinic; we're your well-being partner. With the power of advanced Internal Medicine & Functional Medicine, we help reduce dependence on conventional medications & traditional cookie-cutter treatments. Together, we'll precisely uncover what's holding you back & help you truly reclaim lasting health, energy, & vitality.
Ready to Begin?
Whether you’re managing a chronic illness or investing in proactive wellness, PHW delivers the expert attention & partnership you truly deserve. Experience personalized care that helps you feel like yourself again—only better. Book your free discovery call now to learn more. New patients & referrals welcome.
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