Dr. Asia McDonaldMD

Dr. McDonald treats a broad range of primary care conditions. These include hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, pre-diabetes, thyroid disease, asthma, anxiety, depression, autoimmune disorders, obesity, PCOS, insulin resistance, arthritis, acne, rashes, fatigue, headaches, upper respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and sexually transmitted infections. She focuses on root causes and uses lifestyle interventions alongside conventional medicine.

Yes. Dr. McDonald holds triple board certification in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. She earned her ABOM certification in 2013, giving her over a decade of focused experience in medical weight management. This combination of certifications is rare and allows her to address both acute and chronic health concerns through an integrated approach.

Dr. McDonald takes a weight-inclusive, judgment-free approach to medical weight management. She leads the WholeBody program, which blends lifestyle coaching, metabolic testing, and FDA-approved medications including GLP-1s such as Wegovy, Saxenda, and Zepbound. She designs each plan around the individual patient's goals, biology, and lifestyle rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol.

S. in Biology. She earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine. She completed her residency training in Family Medicine at The Brooklyn Hospital Center in New York.

Yes. Dr. McDonald holds board certification in Lifestyle Medicine and uses evidence-based lifestyle interventions as a primary treatment tool. She helps patients address root causes through nutrition guidance, physical activity counseling, stress management, sleep support, and behavior change. This approach aims to prevent, manage, and sometimes reverse chronic conditions.

Yes, when clinically appropriate. Dr. McDonald prescribes FDA-approved weight loss medications as part of the WholeBody program. Options include GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Wegovy, Saxenda, and Zepbound, as well as Contrave, Qsymia, Orlistat, and Phentermine. She uses these medications as one component of a broader, personalized care plan.

Dr. McDonald built Healthy Roots MD with African American and BIPOC communities in mind. She grounds her practice in the philosophies of Ubuntu and Sankofa, centering trust, lived experience, and cultural respect in every clinical interaction. The practice welcomes patients of all backgrounds who want a physician who listens carefully and takes their concerns seriously.

Yes. Dr. McDonald accepts Medicare and Medicare-eligible patients at Healthy Roots MD. Patients pay a monthly membership fee directly to the practice. She encourages prospective Medicare patients to schedule a free Meet and Greet to learn how the model works alongside their existing coverage.

Dr. McDonald leads the Summerville chapter of Walk With A Doc, a free community walking program open to everyone. She participates in local walks alongside community members and answers health questions during these events. She also holds active membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians and the DPC Alliance.