Dr. Myra ReedMD
Internal Medicine
at Dr. Myra Reed | Functional & Concierge Medicine — Panama City Beach, FL
About
Dr. Myra Reed is a board-certified internal medicine physician with over 30 years of clinical experience. She studied medicine at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed her residency at the University of Texas. She has served the Panama City and Florida panhandle region since 1991, establishing her own practice in 2001.
Two years later, she earned her functional medicine certification, expanding her clinical toolkit to address the root causes behind chronic disease. She holds particular expertise in hormone optimization, metabolic health, gut restoration, cognitive decline prevention, thyroid disorders, and detoxification. Concierge Medicine Today named her to its Top Doctors in Concierge Medicine list for 2016, a distinction fewer than one percent of physicians nationwide receive. She is also the author of a book on health and wellness. Dr. Reed credits a lifelong passion for medicine, one she traces directly to watching her physician parents care for their community, as the force that continues to drive her work.
Education & Training
Medical School
LSU School of Medicine, New Orleans
Residency
University of Texas
Additional Training
Certified in Functional Medicine (2017)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Reed right for?
Dr. Reed is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions with no clear resolution from conventional care. Patients dealing with hormonal imbalances, thyroid disorders, gut dysfunction, metabolic syndrome, or cognitive decline benefit most from her root-cause approach. She also serves patients focused on longevity, cardiovascular risk reduction, and proactive disease prevention. Adults navigating menopause, andropause, or weight management challenges find her structured programs particularly well-suited to their needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Reed specializes in a broad range of chronic and complex conditions. Her clinical focus includes hormonal imbalances, thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular risk reduction, gut health issues including SIBO and leaky gut, cognitive decline and Alzheimer's prevention, mold illness, heavy metal toxicity, and autoimmune conditions. She also treats anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and sleep disorders.
Yes. Dr. Reed holds board certification in internal medicine. She also earned her functional medicine certification in 2017. That dual credential allows her to combine conventional internal medicine with advanced root-cause diagnostics and treatment protocols.
Dr. Reed studied medicine at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. She completed her residency at the University of Texas. She has practiced medicine since 1991, bringing over 30 years of experience to her Panama City Beach practice.
Dr. Reed takes a thorough, personalized approach to hormone optimization. She offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, hormone pellet therapy, and a dedicated 4-month Renew and Rebalance Hormone Optimization program. She treats men and women experiencing menopause, perimenopause, andropause, low testosterone, adrenal fatigue, and thyroid dysfunction.
Dr. Reed prioritizes early intervention for cognitive decline and Alzheimer's prevention. She uses advanced functional health labs to identify metabolic, hormonal, and toxic contributors to brain fog and memory issues. Her Longevity and Vitality program addresses these concerns as part of a broader, proactive health strategy.
Yes. Gut health is a core clinical focus for Dr. Reed. She evaluates and treats conditions including IBS, IBD, SIBO, leaky gut, and food sensitivities. Her 8-month Revive and Thrive Functional Medicine Program includes gut restoration as a primary component alongside hormonal balance and detoxification.
Concierge Medicine Today named Dr. Reed to its Top Doctors in Concierge Medicine list for 2016. Fewer than one percent of physicians across the country receive this distinction. She also authored a book on health and wellness.
Appointments with Dr. Reed average 52 minutes. That extended visit time allows her to review lab results thoroughly, discuss treatment options in depth, and build a genuine understanding of each patient's health history and goals.
Yes. Dr. Reed provides medically supervised weight loss programs, including semaglutide and tirzepatide options. She also employs a dedicated weight loss coach, Gail May LPN, to support patients through their journey. Her approach connects weight management to underlying hormonal and metabolic factors.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026