About
Dr. David Strobel brings more than 30 years of family medicine and geriatric medicine experience to his role as Medical Director and co-founder of HELPcare Clinic. He and co-founder Lee Aase graduated together from Austin High School in 1981 and reconnected decades later through a shared Bible study. That relationship sparked the conversation that led to HELPcare Clinic's founding in 2022.
Dr. Strobel previously practiced at the Pipe Trades Family Health & Wellness Center in Eagan, Minnesota, a membership-based clinic serving union members and their families. He co-authored HELP: The Health, Energy & Longevity Plan with Lee Aase. He is a strong advocate for addressing the root causes of metabolic disease through low-carbohydrate nutrition and time-restricted eating. His "Dr. Dave Explains" video series covers topics including gut health, the microbiome, and leaky gut syndrome.
Education & Training
Family Medicine physician with more than 30 years of experience; previously practiced at Pipe Trades Family Health & Wellness Center
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Strobel right for?
Dr. David Strobel is a strong fit for adults and older patients seeking thorough, unhurried primary care. Patients managing metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, obesity, or cardiovascular disease benefit from his root-cause clinical approach. He works well with patients ready to make lifestyle changes around nutrition and metabolic health. Those who want a long-term relationship with a physician who takes time to truly understand their health history will find Dr. Strobel a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Strobel specializes in family medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine. He focuses on metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. He also treats cardiovascular disease, gut health conditions, autoimmune conditions, and chronic disease, with an emphasis on addressing root causes rather than managing symptoms alone.
Dr. Strobel schedules appointments for a full hour. He designed HELPcare Clinic around this standard because he believes thorough primary care cannot happen in a 15-minute visit. That unhurried time allows him to understand each patient's full health picture.
Yes, Dr. Strobel sees new patients at HELPcare Clinic Austin. Prospective patients can choose from three membership tiers and join on a monthly or annual basis. The membership team is available at 507-418-8465 to walk through options.
Dr. Strobel focuses on addressing the underlying causes of metabolic dysfunction. He supports patients in adopting low-carbohydrate and ketogenic eating patterns, time-restricted eating, and intermittent fasting. He co-authored the HELP: The Health, Energy & Longevity Plan booklet to help patients apply these principles.
Dr. Strobel has practiced family and geriatric medicine for more than 30 years. Before co-founding HELPcare Clinic, he practiced at the Pipe Trades Family Health & Wellness Center in Eagan, Minnesota.
Yes, HELPcare Clinic supports telemedicine through the Spruce platform. Dr. Strobel and the care team use it for secure communications and virtual visits, giving members flexible access to care.
Dr. Strobel produces the "Dr. Dave Explains" video series, covering topics like gut health, the microbiome, and leaky gut syndrome. He also co-authored HELP: The Health, Energy & Longevity Plan, a practical lifestyle guide available to all HELPcare members.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026