Dr. Justin GarzoneDO, FACP, FACOI, FHM

Internal Medicine

at Functional Health Center of the Carolinas — Fort Mill, SC

About

Dr. Justin Garzone serves as Medical Director at Functional Health Center of the Carolinas. He earned his biology degree from Catawba College in Salisbury, NC before completing his medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then trained through Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences, completing his internship and residency at St. Michael's Medical Center in Newark, NJ.

Dr. Garzone holds board certification in Internal Medicine and carries fellowship designations from the American College of Physicians, the American College of Osteopathic Internists, and the Society of Hospital Medicine. His clinical background spans general internal medicine, critical care, hospitalist medicine, geriatrics, chronic pain management, opioid addiction treatment, and hospice and palliative care. He has practiced across inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, and post-acute care settings. He has performed hundreds of bone marrow aspirations and joint injections. He also teaches these procedures to other medical providers as a regenerative medicine instructor. Dr. Garzone holds certification in hair restoration and has received a Physician of Excellence Award. He is passionate about geriatric and preventive medicine and has held multiple medical directorship roles throughout his career.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Biology, Catawba College, Salisbury, NC

Medical School

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency

Internship and residency through Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences at St. Michael's Medical Center, Newark, NJ

Additional Training

Certification in hair restoration; Regenerative medicine instructor

Certifications

Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP)
Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Internists (FACOI)
Fellow of the Society of Hospital Medicine (FHM)

Conditions Treated

chronic pain
opioid addiction
geriatric health conditions
general internal medicine conditions
critical illness
hospice and palliative care needs
hormone imbalances
preventive health concerns

Who is Dr. Garzone right for?

Dr. Garzone is a strong fit for adults managing complex or chronic conditions. Patients dealing with chronic pain, hormonal issues, or geriatric health concerns benefit from his broad clinical background. He works well with patients who need a physician experienced across inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. Adults seeking preventive care with a thorough diagnostic approach will find his focus on root-cause medicine a good match.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Garzone treats a wide range of conditions including chronic pain, geriatric health concerns, opioid dependency, and general internal medicine issues. His background also covers critical care and hospice and palliative care. At Functional Health Center of the Carolinas, he applies this expertise to root-cause and preventive care for members.

Yes. Dr. Garzone holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He also carries fellowship designations from the American College of Physicians, the American College of Osteopathic Internists, and the Society of Hospital Medicine.

Dr. Garzone earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at St. Michael's Medical Center in Newark, NJ through Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences.

Dr. Garzone serves as Medical Director at Functional Health Center of the Carolinas. He brings board-certified internal medicine expertise to the clinical team and helps oversee the integrative and functional care model the practice offers.

Yes. Dr. Garzone is passionate about geriatric medicine and has held multiple medical directorship roles throughout his career. He has practiced across long-term care and post-acute settings, giving him deep experience with older adult health needs.

Yes. Dr. Garzone has performed hundreds of bone marrow aspirations and joint injections. He also teaches these procedures to other medical providers as a regenerative medicine instructor. He additionally holds certification in hair restoration.

Dr. Garzone focuses on catching and addressing health issues before they progress. He combines his internal medicine background with a preventive mindset, using the practice's extensive diagnostic tools to identify root causes early and guide proactive treatment plans.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026