Cynthia J. Libert, M.D., Brain Health & Resilience Expert

My passion is helping people transform their health and reach their full potential. I love people and enjoy spending time learning their stories. My goal is to identify the root cause of symptoms, and use the most gentle, natural solutions to bring the body back into balance. I take a holistic, systems biology approach, utilizing the best of modern medical diagnostics/treatments, as well as natural remedies. I am a life-long learner and student of functional medicine, Scripture, neuroscience, medical herbalism, epigenetics and using food as medicine.

My areas of special interest include: optimizing mood and brain function, the gut microbiome, cardiometabolic health, detoxification, thyroid, adrenal and sex hormone balance.

I am incredibly grateful for all the teachers and mentors in my life, past and present including these special people: Dr. Datis Kharrazian, PhD, DHSc, DC, MS, MMSc, FACN, Dr. Daniel Amen, Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, M.D., Dr. Aviva Romm, M.D. and all the faculty at the Institute for Functional Medicine. I had the great fortune to study with world renowned neuroscientist, Dr. Dale Bredesen, M.D., at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging in Novato, California and at the Advanced Clinical Training in Treating Mild Cognitive Impairment and Early Alzheimer’s Disease with the Institute for Functional Medicine.

Here’s a brief outline of my formal education, certifications and advanced trainings:

Education

2002-2005 Mountain Area Health Education Center affiliated with UNC Chapel Hill at Mission Hospitals, Family Practice Residency in Asheville, NC
1998-2002 Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
1994-1998 St. Louis University, B.S. Biology, Summa Cum Laude

Professional Experience

2018-present Founder of Caring for the Body, PLLC
2/2016-2/2019 Staff Physician and Medical Director of the Healthy Brain Rx
Program, Great Smokies Medical Center of Asheville, NC
7/2010-3/31/16 Physician Owner/Founder, Private Practice at Life Wellness Center in Blairsville, GA
9/2007-2/2012 Family Physician, Private Practice at High Mountain Healthcare in Blairsville, GA
8/2005-8/2007 Family Physician, employed by Blue Ridge Community Health
Services a Federally Qualified Health Center in Hendersonville, NC

Licensure and Certifications

2019-present Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner
2009-present American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine
2007-present Fully Licensed to Practice Medicine in State of Georgia
2005-present American Board of Family Medicine
2003-present Licensed by Drug Enforcement Agency
2003-present Fully Licensed to Practice Medicine in State of North Carolina

Advanced Trainings & Certifications

2023 to present – Psychiatry Redefined Fellowship – Currently Enrolled in a 2-Year Integrative & Functional Psychiatry Fellowship
2021 Kharrazian Institute Cognitive Decline & Alzheimer’s Disease Course
2021 Amen Clinics Professional Brain Health Certification Course
2020-2021 ReCODE 2.0 training with Apollo Health and Dale Bredesen, M.D.
2020 Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Conference
2019 Hormone Advanced Practice Module – Re-establishing Hormonal Balance in the Hypothalamic, Pituitary, Adrenal, Thyroid, and Gonadal Axis, Institute for Functional Medicine
2019 Energy Advanced Practice Module – Illuminating the Energy Spectrum: Evidence and Emerging Clinical Solutions for Managing Pain, Fatigue, and Cognitive Dysfunction, Institute for Functional Medicine
2018 Detox Advanced Practice Module – Understanding Biotransformation and Recognizing Toxicity: Evaluation and Treatment in the Functional Medicine Model, Institute for Functional Medicine
2018 GI Advanced Practice Module – Restoring Gastrointestinal Equilibrium: Practical Applications for Understanding, Assessing, and Treating Gut Dysfunction, Institute for Functional Medicine
2018 Immune Advanced Practice Module, Institute for Functional Medicine
2018 Cardiometabolic Advanced Practice Module, Institute for Functional Medicine
2017 Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice, Institute for Functional Medicine
2017 Advanced Clinical Training in Treating Mild Cognitive Impairment and Early Alzheimer’s Disease, Institute for Functional Medicine
2017 Medical Ozone, Joint Insufflations with Ozone & Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation, Society of Progressive Medical Education
2016 Herbal Intensive Course, Tieraona Low Dog, MD
2016 Riordan Clinic Intravenous Vitamin C Academy Certification
2016 Integrative Oncology Certificate in Practical Administration of
Mistletoe Therapy, Dr. med. Christfried Preußler, Head of Medical
Science at Helixor in Germany
2016 The Bredesen Protocol™ Certified Practitioner, Buck Institute for Research on Aging with Dale Bredesen, M.D.
2015-2016 The Essentials of Life Coaching Course, Professional Christian Coaching Institute
2015 Fundamentals and Clinical Applications of IV Nutrient Therapies, International IV Nutritional Therapy
2014 Herbal Immersion Program, Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, Asheville, NC
2010, 2013 FirstLine Therapy® Certification in Lifestyle Medicine for
Healthcare Providers to Address Metabolic Syndrome
2009 Certification with the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine

I live near Asheville, North Carolina in the Appalachian Mountains with my husband and three precious daughters. Thank you for taking the time to learn about my work. I would love to help you create a personalized blueprint for healing your brain and body. If you are interested in becoming a new patient, I encourage you to learn more about what makes my practice different and how I can help you.

Sincerely,

Cynthia Libert, M.D.

9. August, 2023.

I'm very thankful… I have come through a long period of time where I dealt with daily headaches and generally feeling bad. As a result of the few changes I have already made, I am headache free! Plus generally feeling better over all with more energy. M.M.

3. January, 2023.

I am 75 years old. I am so grateful to have found Dr. Libert when I was so run out of help from all other docs. She first treated me for SIBO. She showed me a way of eating that really helped, and most importantly, I love the food that helps me. I lost all that mid body and belly fat, I now have regular bowel movements, every day. What more could I ask for? She has introduced me to so many other truly helpful products and treatments so that I do not just have be satisfied with "getting old", and I can have a very positive outlook today and everyday for the rest of my life. G.B.

My experience with Dr. Libert has been nothing short of amazing. She listened to me and my health concerns in the most caring way possible. She spent time discussing and reviewing treatment options, which I could tell were well researched. I also admire that she took an evidence based approach, yet considered the most natural means of improving my health versus just recommending medication. I could tell she is passionate about her work and I truly appreciate her care. I also had a wonderful experience with her receptionist, Jan. She was incredibly easy to work with and always had a personal touch. I highly recommend Caring for the Body. Thank you for caring so well for me! C.Q.

I have been a patient of Caring for the Body for about 3 and a half months now, and I have seen a lot of doctors over the past 15 years searching for the root cause of my chronic illness. I have never met a team so organized and attentive to detail! I finally feel like I have someone on my side working with me as a team instead of just going through the motions of their job duties. Due to the complicated nature of chronic illness, a lot can be lost in translation or just the shear amount of information/history that needs to be conveyed. Dr. Libert truly has a gift for communication and worked diligently during discovery to ensure that she understood my individual case by repeating my story, symptoms, and previous treatments periodically to ensure nothing was accidentally omitted or misconstrued. From there you can expect a follow up phone call in a few days from Jan to review the Dr.'s notes so everyone is on the same page going forward and to address any questions that may have arose since the visit. Jan has been an absolute saint as a go between between myself and the Dr. and makes this line of communication feel seamless and natural. From prompt return calls and messages, to above and beyond follow through, impeccable communication, compassion and eagerness to understand my individual case, I cannot speak highly enough this practice! Jan and Dr. Libert are truly on a mission to help people and it shows in so many ways! C.C.

Meet Dr. Libert – Founder of Caring for the Body, PLLC

My areas of special interest include: optimizing mood and brain function, the gut microbiome, cardiometabolic health, detoxification, thyroid, adrenal and sex hormone balance.

Education

Professional Experience

Licensure and Certifications

Advanced Trainings & Certifications

Cynthia Libert, M.D.

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