About
George A. Christakis, DO, joined Wellness First as part of the practice's expansion of its primary care team. He earned both a BA and an MFA at Florida Atlantic University, where he went on to teach English as a faculty member. Inspired by three generations of physicians in his family, he pursued medicine and earned his medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine at Auburn University. He completed his Family Medicine residency through the HCA Program at St. Lucie Medical Center and holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Christakis pursues additional functional medicine training through both the Institute for Functional Medicine and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. He applies osteopathic manipulative therapy to restore structural balance and address headaches, joint pain, and musculoskeletal disorders. His clinical interests include cardiovascular disease, low testosterone, and hypertension. Outside of medicine, he spends time with his wife and two children and enjoys cooking, exercise, and the outdoors.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Florida Atlantic University, BA and MFA
Medical School
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine at Auburn University
Residency
Family Medicine, HCA Program at St. Lucie Medical Center
Additional Training
Additional training through The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Christakis right for?
Dr. Christakis is a strong fit for patients dealing with musculoskeletal pain, joint issues, or headaches who want both structural and root-cause care. Men managing low testosterone or cardiovascular risk factors benefit from his clinical focus. He suits patients who want thorough executive physicals and detailed workups. His osteopathic background makes him particularly effective for those where physical alignment plays a role in their health picture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Christakis treats hypertension, low testosterone, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders, headaches, and joint pain. He combines osteopathic manipulative therapy with functional medicine principles to address both structural and systemic contributors to these conditions.
Osteopathic manipulative therapy, or OMT, involves hands-on techniques that restore structural balance in the body. Dr. Christakis uses OMT to relieve headaches, joint pain, and musculoskeletal complaints as part of a broader treatment approach.
Dr. Christakis earned his medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine at Auburn University. He completed his Family Medicine residency through the HCA Program at St. Lucie Medical Center. He holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.
Yes, Dr. Christakis actively accepts new patients at Wellness First. Prospective patients can schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet to learn more before committing to membership.
Yes. Dr. Christakis pursues functional medicine training through the Institute for Functional Medicine and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. This training informs how he investigates root causes and builds treatment plans alongside conventional care.
Before attending medical school, Dr. Christakis earned a BA and MFA at Florida Atlantic University and taught English there as a faculty member. Three generations of physicians in his family ultimately inspired him to pursue medicine.
Yes. Dr. Christakis conducts thorough executive physicals at Wellness First. Patients have noted that these assessments surfaced issues their previous physicians had missed, reflecting the depth of the functional and diagnostic workup he provides.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026