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Lisa – Chesapeake

"Dr. Ryder is an exceptional functional medicine doctor.  Not only is she thorough and professional, but I have always found her to be willing to listen and easy to talk with about complicated medical conditions. Additionally, she is confident, but Continue Reading

Anna – Chesapeake

"I just had my annual check-in with Dr. Long at Synergy Integrative Medicine Center in Chesapeake! I look forward to it all year. I love looking at my progress and the awesome coaching I receive. I have been going to Continue Reading

Deborah Q., Chesapeake

"I have been being taken care of by Dr. Ryder at Synergy for over 10 years. She is extremely knowledgeable and diligent in monitoring blood levels to ensure you feel your best. Her office staff is friendly and most importantly, Continue Reading

Debbie B., Chesapeake

"Pricey but sooooo worth it. I sleep now, have my energy back, and feel like a new person. Can't say enough positive things about Doctor Long and her hormone therapy expertise. The staff is so amazing and helpful as well." Continue Reading

Dana P. – Virginia Beach

"For about 5 years I got pain in my joints, especially in the mornings. I went to many different doctors – starting with a rheumatologist, who did many blood tests to tell me no, it is not RA; but may Continue Reading

Shajuan E., Chesapeake

"I have been a patient of Dr. Ryder for over five years. She was recommended to me by my OB/GYN when I was going through menopause and she had exhausted all her efforts to find a solution within her realm. Continue Reading

Name Withheld Upon Patient Request, Chesapeake

SYNERGY NOTE: Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to help with menopausal symptoms and other quality of life issues. Studies have confirmed acupuncture's efficacy for control of hot flashes and quality of life for menopausal women. While no Continue Reading

Jessica Lombardi, Chesapeake

"I found Dr. Ryder and Synergy during the pandemic when I was pretty much forced to research treatments myself. Through watching videos by Functional / Integrative physicians, my eyes were opened to the many possibilities and to what I had Continue Reading

Vickie Turner, Hampton

"I had been having severe menopause symptoms and was miserable. The hot flashes throughout the day and night were the worst. After suffering for two years I knew I had to do something. "I went to my family doctor and Continue Reading

Diane Fellowes, Norfolk

"My intimacy has increased significantly and is as enjoyable as it was 20 years ago! Plus I dropped 10 stubborn pounds. At 53 years old, I feel 30 again. "But that wasn’t the case until I reached out to Synergy. Continue Reading