Dr. Jonathan SchaafMD

Dr. Schaaf treats a wide range of conditions, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, hormonal imbalances, and sleep disorders. He also specializes in addiction medicine, providing medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction. His preventive focus means he works with patients on identified health risks before those risks progress to advanced disease.

Yes. Dr. Schaaf holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. These dual certifications reflect his clinical breadth, spanning primary care, preventive medicine, and the treatment of opioid use disorder.

Dr. Schaaf earned his medical degree from The George Washington University. He completed a general surgery internship at VCU Medical Center before finishing his Family Medicine residency at the VCU Chesterfield Family Practice Family Medicine Residency Program.

Dr. Schaaf builds each preventive plan around the individual patient's physiology, history, and goals. He uses advanced diagnostics, including genomic testing, whole-body MRI, VO2 max testing, and detailed bloodwork, to identify risks and track progress. He then combines medical treatment with practical guidance on nutrition, exercise, and sleep to support each patient's long-term health.

Yes. Dr. Schaaf is board certified in Addiction Medicine and has provided medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction in a clinical setting. He brings this expertise into his practice at Continuum Health alongside his family and preventive medicine work.

Dr. Schaaf uses advanced bloodwork, genomic and microbiome testing, whole-body MRI, DEXA scans, VO2 max assessments, and resting metabolic rate testing to build a detailed health picture. He interprets these findings alongside advanced analytical tools and his knowledge of current research. He explains what each result means and how it should shape the patient's care plan.

Dr. Schaaf has served on the Medical Society of Virginia's Board of Directors and holds the position of vice president of the Richmond Academy of Medicine. Through both organizations, he has collaborated with physicians and legislators to shape health policy in Virginia.

Yes. Dr. Schaaf evaluates hormone therapy as part of individualized treatment planning. He discusses the evidence, potential benefits, and risks with each patient before any treatment begins. Hormone therapy is considered alongside other interventions such as nutrition, exercise, and sleep guidance.