About
Dr. Russell Greenfield collaborates with Signature Healthcare to provide integrative medicine, with care available to both members and non-members at an additional fee. He trained at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University, then completed his internship, residency, and fellowship in Emergency Medicine at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center between 1985 and 1988. In the late 1990s, he completed a Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, where he trained directly under Dr. Andrew Weil as one of the first four physicians to do so.
Dr. Greenfield holds board certifications in Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He has practiced integrative medicine ever since that fellowship. He believes his role centers on supporting the healing capacity each patient carries within them. He partners with patients to build personalized programs that combine healthy diet and lifestyle practices, select complementary therapies, and conventional medical care. Outside of medicine, he enjoys time with family, the outdoors, and anything related to The Lord of the Rings.
Education & Training
Medical School
Chicago Medical School / Rosalind Franklin University, Chicago, IL (1984)
Residency
Emergency Medicine, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (completed 1987)
Fellowship
Emergency Medicine, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (completed 1988); Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ (completed 1999)
Additional Training
Internship: Emergency Medicine, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (completed 1985)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Greenfield right for?
Dr. Greenfield is a strong fit for patients seeking an integrative approach to health and wellness. He works well with adults who want to combine conventional medicine with complementary therapies. Patients focused on lifestyle, nutrition, and preventive health benefit from his personalized programs. Both Signature Healthcare members and non-members can access his integrative medicine services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Greenfield specializes in integrative medicine, combining conventional medical care with complementary therapies and lifestyle practices. He builds personalized programs for each patient that may include dietary guidance, lifestyle modifications, and select complementary treatments. He holds board certifications in both Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine.
No, Dr. Greenfield sees both members and non-members. Non-members can access his integrative medicine services for an additional fee. This makes his care available to a broader range of patients in the Charlotte area.
Dr. Greenfield earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University. He completed his internship, residency, and fellowship in Emergency Medicine at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. He later completed a Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine under Dr. Andrew Weil.
Yes, Dr. Greenfield holds board certifications in both Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He has practiced integrative medicine since completing his University of Arizona fellowship in 1999.
Dr. Greenfield centers his practice on supporting the natural healing capacity each patient carries. He partners with patients to develop individualized programs that integrate conventional medicine, healthy lifestyle practices, and select complementary therapies. He was among the first four physicians to train under Dr. Andrew Weil in integrative medicine.
Dr. Greenfield focuses on functional and preventive medicine. He works with patients on lifestyle-related health concerns, chronic condition prevention, and overall wellness. His integrative approach addresses the whole person, combining nutrition, lifestyle, and conventional care strategies.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026