About
Lina Sakr, MD brings over 38 years of clinical experience to her work in internal and functional medicine. She earned her medical degree from Damascus University School of Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and a Fellowship in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.
Dr. Sakr spent 20 years in private practice in Troy, Michigan. During that time, she served as an attending physician with staff privileges at William Beaumont Hospital. She also holds teaching privileges as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Oakland University William Beaumont Hospital School of Medicine. Her clinical focus spans metabolic and nutritional medicine, anti-aging medicine, and women's health. She has a particular passion for thyroid health, gastrointestinal wellness, and the functional medicine approach to breast cancer prevention and support.
Education & Training
Medical School
Damascus University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University
Fellowship
Fellowship in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
Additional Training
Clinical Assistant Professor, Oakland University William Beaumont Hospital School of Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Sakr right for?
Dr. Sakr is a strong fit for adults seeking a root-cause approach to chronic health concerns. Women navigating hormonal changes, thyroid conditions, or gastrointestinal issues benefit from her focused expertise. Patients interested in breast cancer prevention and support will find her clinical approach well-suited to their needs. Her background in metabolic and nutritional medicine serves patients working to optimize long-term health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sakr focuses on metabolic and nutritional medicine, thyroid health, gastrointestinal wellness, women's health, and anti-aging medicine. She also applies functional medicine principles to breast cancer prevention and support. Her internal medicine background gives her a broad diagnostic foundation for complex, chronic conditions.
Yes. Dr. Sakr holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also earned a Fellowship in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, reflecting her advanced training in integrative and preventive care.
Dr. Sakr earned her medical degree from Damascus University School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University. She later pursued her Fellowship in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.
Dr. Sakr brings over 38 years of clinical experience to her work. She spent 20 years in private practice in Troy, Michigan, and served as an attending physician at William Beaumont Hospital during that time.
Yes. Dr. Sakr holds teaching privileges as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Oakland University William Beaumont Hospital School of Medicine. This academic role reflects her commitment to advancing medical education alongside clinical practice.
Dr. Sakr takes a root-cause approach, examining genetics, lifestyle, nutrition, and metabolic function to understand each patient's health. She combines internal medicine training with functional and nutritional medicine to build individualized care plans.
Yes. Thyroid health is one of Dr. Sakr's core clinical interests. She uses functional diagnostic testing and a metabolic medicine framework to evaluate and manage thyroid conditions comprehensively.
Yes. Women's health is a significant part of Dr. Sakr's clinical focus. She addresses hormonal imbalances, metabolic changes, and preventive care with particular attention to conditions that affect women at different life stages.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026