About
Dr. JD Shugrue is a board-certified Family Medicine physician born and raised in Alabama. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Alabama, then completed medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He finished his Family Medicine residency in Tuscaloosa before spending a decade in traditional insurance-based healthcare.
Dr. Shugrue founded Journey DPC to practice medicine the way he believes it should work. He treats chronic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. He also performs minor procedures in-office and offers StemWave Therapy and regenerative peptide consulting. His clinical philosophy centers on mind, body, and energy as interconnected parts of a patient's health. Outside the office, he is a proud "girl dad" who enjoys movies, traveling, swimming, and visiting local farmers markets with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of South Alabama
Medical School
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Residency
Family Medicine, Tuscaloosa (program not specified)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shugrue right for?
Dr. Shugrue works well with adults and families seeking a primary care doctor who manages the full picture of their health. Patients dealing with chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, or high cholesterol benefit from his hands-on approach. He also serves patients navigating anxiety, depression, or ADHD, including professionals and students who need flexible scheduling. Those looking for in-office procedures, StemWave pain therapy, or regenerative peptide consulting will find those options available as well.
Similar Doctors Nearby
Dr. Katie MooreM.D.
Dr. Farah SultanMD
Dr. Elaine ColbyMD
perimenopause, chronic disease management, urinary incontinence +5 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shugrue treats a broad range of conditions including diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, high cholesterol, anxiety, depression, asthma, COPD, acid reflux, ADHD, plantar fasciitis, rotator cuff injuries, knee pain, carpal tunnel, and tennis elbow. He also handles acute care, preventive screenings, and minor procedures in-office.
Yes. Dr. Shugrue holds board certification in Family Medicine. He completed his medical degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his residency training in Tuscaloosa.
Yes. Dr. Shugrue treats anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns as part of his whole-person care approach. He also leads a specialized Executive ADHD Program for professionals and students who need flexible, structured ADHD management.
Dr. Shugrue uses FDA-cleared QBCheck diagnostic testing to objectively measure attention, impulsivity, and activity levels. His Executive ADHD Program includes one in-person visit per year, three virtual visits, night and weekend scheduling, and direct text access. The program has a 50-patient limit. Patients over 30 with no prior ADHD diagnosis require a second opinion from a psychiatrist before enrollment.
Dr. Shugrue does not practice pain management and does not prescribe Schedule 2 controlled medications such as Norco or Percocet under the regular membership. Patients who need ADHD medication management should inquire about the Executive ADHD Program, which handles that separately.
Yes, Dr. Shugrue offers StemWave Therapy at Journey DPC. StemWave uses FDA-listed acoustic wave technology to stimulate the body's natural healing processes for musculoskeletal pain. He uses it to treat knee pain, shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, and other conditions. 3% of patients report significant pain relief. A $59 consultation starts the process, with sessions priced at $100 each.
Dr. Shugrue completed his undergraduate education at the University of South Alabama and attended medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He then completed his Family Medicine residency in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Yes. Dr. Shugrue conducts virtual visits for members as part of the standard membership. The Executive ADHD Program also includes three virtual visits per year with night and weekend availability.
Dr. Shugrue spent ten years practicing in traditional insurance-based healthcare systems before founding Journey DPC. He launched Journey DPC to return to relationship-driven, personalized primary care.
Yes. In addition to StemWave Therapy, Dr. Shugrue offers regenerative peptide consulting as part of his clinical focus on regenerative medicine and whole-person health.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026