About
Edward Levitan MD co-founded Five Journeys in Newton, Massachusetts in 2016. He and Dr. Wendie Trubow first reconnected at a personal development workshop in 2000, when Dr. Levitan was still in medical school. The two physicians launched Visions HealthCare together in 2008, building it into the country's largest functional medicine practice over an eight-year period. Dr. Levitan specializes in functional and preventive medicine. He co-hosts the Feel Freaking Amazing podcast alongside Dr. Trubow. His clinical philosophy centers on identifying the root causes of illness and building individualized plans for long-term vitality.
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Levitan right for?
Dr. Levitan works well with patients who want to understand the root causes behind their health challenges. Adults pursuing long-term vitality and preventive strategies benefit from his individualized approach. He is a strong fit for patients dealing with complex or chronic concerns that standard care has not fully addressed. Those interested in functional medicine and personalized health planning will find his clinical style a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Levitan specializes in functional and preventive medicine. His clinical focus centers on identifying the root causes of illness and building individualized plans for long-term vitality. He brings extensive experience from co-building the country's largest functional medicine practice.
Dr. Levitan has practiced functional medicine for well over a decade. He co-founded Visions HealthCare in 2008 and spent eight years building it before launching Five Journeys in 2016. His career spans the treatment of more than 20,000 patients alongside his co-founder.
Dr. Levitan builds individualized care plans based on root cause analysis. He does not focus on managing symptoms alone. Instead, he works to identify the underlying drivers of a patient's condition and designs a strategy for lasting health.
Dr. Levitan holds an MD and specializes in functional and preventive medicine. He has devoted his career to building functional medicine programs and applying preventive principles to patient care at Five Journeys.
Yes, preventive medicine is one of Dr. Levitan's core specialties. He emphasizes early identification of health risks and proactive planning. Patients interested in comprehensive preventive assessments and long-term wellness strategies are a strong fit for his practice.
Dr. Levitan co-hosts the Feel Freaking Amazing podcast with his Five Journeys co-founder, Dr. Wendie Trubow. The podcast reflects his passion for sharing functional and preventive medicine insights with a broader audience.
Dr. Levitan addresses complex and chronic health concerns through a functional medicine lens. His work includes evaluating root causes of issues such as hormonal imbalance, gut dysfunction, toxic exposures, and chronic disease. He uses specialty lab testing and individualized protocols to guide treatment.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026