Dr. David DonohueMD, MS, FACP, DipABLM, FACLM
Internal Medicine
at Progressive Health Project — Wilmington, DE
About
Dr. David Donohue serves as Chief Medical Officer of Progressive Health of Delaware and Medical Director of the Progressive Health Institute. He holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and he also holds a Master of Science degree.
Dr. Donohue created the Cure Diabetes Program, a group-based clinical program to reverse type 2 diabetes that has run since at least 2017. He leads the Successful Aging Program, a monthly group medical visit conducted via Zoom. He is a passionate advocate for whole foods plant-based nutrition and the connection between diet, planetary health, and human longevity. He speaks at Delaware VegFest and leads community health events throughout the year. Institute patients can reach him directly at his cell phone around the clock.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Master of Science (MS)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Donohue right for?
Dr. Donohue is a strong fit for adults who want to actively reverse or prevent chronic disease. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or metabolic conditions benefit from his evidence-based, nutrition-forward approach. He works well with older adults through his Successful Aging Program. Patients who want direct physician access and a deeply engaged care relationship will find his model especially suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Donohue developed the Cure Diabetes Program as a group-based clinical approach to reversing type 2 diabetes. The program uses science-backed methods and has run continuously since at least 2017. It combines medical oversight with lifestyle interventions, including whole foods plant-based nutrition, to help patients achieve meaningful metabolic change.
Dr. Donohue specializes in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. He has particular clinical focus on type 2 diabetes reversal, chronic disease management, and healthy aging. His work integrates lifestyle medicine principles across all of these areas.
Yes. Dr. Donohue holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and he holds a Master of Science degree.
The Successful Aging Program is a monthly group medical visit that Dr. Donohue conducts via Zoom. It focuses on the health needs of older adults and incorporates lifestyle medicine strategies for maintaining function and vitality. The program gives participants ongoing clinical support in a group setting.
Yes. Dr. Donohue gives his patients direct access to his personal cell phone around the clock. This level of access is a core part of how the practice delivers concierge-style care.
Dr. Donohue is a strong advocate for whole foods plant-based nutrition. He incorporates dietary guidance into his treatment of chronic conditions including diabetes and heart disease. He also speaks publicly on the connection between plant-based diets, human longevity, and planetary health at events like Delaware VegFest.
Yes. Dr. Donohue treats patients with heart disease as part of his chronic disease management work. The practice also offers an Ornish-based Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation program for patients who qualify.
Dr. Donohue sees adult patients across a wide age range, with a particular specialty in Geriatric Medicine. He leads the Successful Aging Program specifically designed for older adults. His clinical training in Internal Medicine also covers a broad spectrum of adult health concerns.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026