Dr. Darla LynchMD, MS, CAc

Family Medicine

at Evia Medical Center — Smithtown, NY

About

Darla Lynch, MD, MS, CAc, brings a rare combination of nutritional science, family medicine, and acupuncture to her patients on Long Island. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Manhattan College and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition from Columbia University before completing her MD at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Her internship and residency took place at Stony Brook University Hospital.

Dr. Lynch holds board certification in family medicine and New York State certification in acupuncture. She has practiced since 1997, building deep experience in noninvasive pain management including dry needling, trigger-point injections, and sphenopalatine ganglion block for migraines. She forms integrative care plans for patients managing fatigue, insomnia, thyroid disease, perimenopause, and metabolic syndrome. Her approach centers on hormone evaluation and optimization, clinical nutrition, and acupuncture to restore her patients' normal physiology and function across every stage of life.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Bachelor's degree, Manhattan College

Medical School

Doctor of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Residency

Internship and Residency, Stony Brook University Hospital

Additional Training

Master of Science in Human Nutrition, Columbia University

Certifications

Board-certified in family medicine
New York State-certified acupuncturist

Conditions Treated

fatigue
insomnia
thyroid disease
perimenopause
metabolic syndrome
migraines
chronic pain
hormonal imbalances
fibromyalgia

Who is Dr. Lynch right for?

Dr. Lynch is a strong fit for patients seeking integrative care that addresses root causes. Adults managing fatigue, hormonal imbalances, or thyroid disease benefit from her functional approach. Patients dealing with chronic pain often respond well to her noninvasive techniques, including acupuncture and dry needling. She also works well with patients navigating perimenopause or metabolic syndrome who want nutrition-focused support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Lynch treats a broad range of conditions including fatigue, insomnia, thyroid disease, perimenopause, and metabolic syndrome. She also manages chronic pain, migraines, and hormonal imbalances. Her integrative approach combines family medicine, acupuncture, and clinical nutrition to address each patient's full picture.

Yes, Dr. Lynch holds board certification in family medicine. She also holds New York State certification in acupuncture, a credential she has applied in clinical practice since 1997.

Dr. Lynch specializes in noninvasive pain management. Her techniques include dry needling, trigger-point injections, and sphenopalatine ganglion block for migraine relief. She focuses on restoring function without relying solely on medication.

Dr. Lynch completed her medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She trained in internship and residency at Stony Brook University Hospital. She also holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition from Columbia University.

Dr. Lynch builds care plans around hormone evaluation and optimization. She assesses each patient's hormonal status and uses a combination of clinical nutrition, acupuncture, and targeted therapies to restore balance. She applies this approach across all stages of life, including perimenopause.

Yes, nutrition is central to how Dr. Lynch practices medicine. She earned a Master of Science in Human Nutrition from Columbia University before completing her MD. She routinely integrates dietary and nutritional strategies into care plans for conditions like metabolic syndrome and thyroid disease.

Dr. Lynch has practiced medicine since 1997. Over more than two decades, she has developed particular depth in integrative care, noninvasive pain management, and hormone optimization on Long Island.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026