Physician, he served for 23 years as a University Professor in Clinical Nutrition, Gastroenterology and Rheumatology while directing a modern outpatient clinic with laboratory facilities. Along with his research and lecture schedule, Dr. Goldberg continues with an active clinical practice today.
Known for the highly individualized approach he takes with each patient and the generous amount of time he devotes to each case, Dr. Goldberg has successfully worked with thousands of patients seeking the reversal of chronic problems, over the past thirty years.
Dr. Goldberg has lectured, written and published extensively on chronic disease reversal, including rheumatoid and other autoimmune conditions, gastrointestinal problems, chronic fatigue related issues, allergies, and other difficult chronic disease states. He has taught Clinical Nutrition and Gastroenterology to thousands of doctors and students and is well known for his high success rate with chronically ill patients who have failed to obtain help elsewhere.
Dr. Goldberg is a founding member of the International Natural Hygiene Society, a science advisor to The Arthritis Trust, holds Diplomate status with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition and the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition and is a certified member of the International Association of Hygienic Physicians.
He also is a frequent lecturer to Physicians regarding gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatoid and other autoimmune disorders and public health related topics.
More information is given in Dr. Goldberg's curriculum vitae to the right.
BEFORE AND AFTER
Dr. Goldberg has long been devoted to helping others reverse chronic illnesses through Hygienic/Biological/Nutritional Measures.
Few understand the misery and discouragement of being unable to find the help and guidance they need in order to recover from chronic illness better than Dr. Goldberg.
Stricken with a form of Rheumatoid Arthritis along with ulcerative colitis in 1975, he searched for help, trying numerous systems and physicians without help. In 1976 he came under the guidance of Natural Hygienist Dr. R.J. Cheatham where he worked and studied for a year and began to rebuild his tattered body, later becoming the institute's health and fasting director.
Dr. Goldberg continued his studies at the University of Texas Medical Center Graduate School of Public Health, where he did his thesis on Biological Approaches to Rheumatoid Diseases.
After working for the government as an epidemiologist and later becoming a Chiropractic
"Stricken with a form of rheumatoid arthritis accompanied by ulcerative colitis, he searched for help for his ailing body - trying numerous systems and doctors without help."
In 1976 Dr. Goldberg suffered from severe rheumatoid arthritis and colitis and was told by physicians that the condition was incurable and that he eventually would become fully crippled (left photo).
But by chance he soon after discovered a little known self-empowering method called Natural Hygiene, and recovered fully. To the right are two photos of Dr. Goldberg today (2004) in excellent health. He is now teaching others how to recover from serious chronic diseases.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Doctor of Chiropractic (1983) Life Chiropractic College.
Master of Public Health (1979) The University of Texas Medical Center, Graduate School of Public Health, Disease Control Module. Concentration in Chronic Disease Control and Epidemiology. Thesis: Biological Approaches To Connective Tissue Diseases.
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition Cum Laude (1987) Life University.
Post Undergraduate Training in Public Health Administration (1976). Fairmount State College.
Bachelor of Arts Cum Laude (1973) Bowling Green State University. Major: Sociology. Minors: Communications/Public Address and Philosophy.
EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND
January 2010 to Present: Professor of Clinical Nutrition and Rheumatology Life University College of Chiropractic
July 2004 to May 2007: Senior Director of Physician Education, Original Medicine Inc.
April 1984 to Present: Director, The Goldberg Clinic of Georgia: Practice of Preventive/Biological Medicine & Clinical Nutrition. Focus: Chronic Disease Control focusing on autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders & reversal of degenerative diseases.
July 2003 to January 2009: Distinguished Adjunct Professor Life University College of Chiropractic.
July 2003 to June 2004: Director of Physician Education, Original Medicine Division of Garden of Life, Inc.
June 2001 to July 2003: Professor of Gastroenterology, Rheumatology and Public Health, Clinical Sciences Division, Life University
June 1992 to May 2001: Professor of Clinical Nutrition, Gastroenterology and Public Health. Clinical Sciences Division, Life University
September 1990 to June 1995: Professor of Nutrition, Bachelor of Science Program in Nutrition, Life University Undergraduate Studies Dept.
May 1990 to August 1991: Consultant for Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratories in the development of nutritional laboratory testing in relationship to musculoskeletal /rheumatic disorders and nutritional/gastrointestinal relationships.
June 1985 to June 1992: Associate Professor, Clinical Sciences Division, Life University: Instructor in Clinical Nutrition and Visceral Diagnosis.
September 1984 to September 1990: Associate Professor, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Program, Life University. Co-developed undergraduate program in nutrition (B.S.), carrying it through full accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Universities. Instructed Basic Nutrition, Popular Nutrition Theories, World Nutrition, Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (Geriatrics), Community Nutrition, Nutrition Seminar, and Advanced Clinical Nutrition.
June 1980 to June 1985: Assistant Professor, Life University. Lecturer in Microbiology, Basic Nutrition and Visceral Diagnosis.
March 1978 to August 1979: Health Systems Administration Planner for Illinois Central Health Systems Agency (State of Illinois/Federal Government).
September 1977 to March 1978: Graduate Assistant, University of Texas Medical Center, Graduate School of Public Health (Disease Control Module). Research Assistant for projects in Cancer Control, Infectious Disease Control, and Diabetes Epidemiology.
October 1976 to September 1977: Health Director, Natural Hygiene Institute of Bonita Springs, Florida; Educator in Hygiene/Preventive Health Care. Supervision of fasting and non-fasting client health care needs.
December 1974 to September 1976: Executive Director for Exploring Division of Boy Scouts of America Central West Virginia Council. Public Relations, fund raising, recruitment and program planning.
DIPLOMATE/ CERTIFICATIONS
Diplomate American Clinical Board of Nutrition (DACBN) (2003)
Diplomate American Chiropractic Association Board of Clinical Nutrition
Professional Certification: International Association of Hygienic Physicians (1999) Completion of internship/residency and oral examination in Hygienic Clinical Practice.
Post Graduate Certification in Physiotherapy (1983) Brenau College. Certification in Physical Therapy. (120 hours).
LICENSURE
Georgia and New Mexico
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS
Clinical Epidemiology, Chronic Disease Control, Biological approaches to gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatoid diseases and other auto- immune/degenerative conditions.
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Animal welfare, conservation, canines and felines, the ocean, swimming.
PUBLICATIONS
Have published primarily in the areas of 1) Rheumatoid and other Autoimmune Disorders 2) Public Health Issues (3) Nutrition and Gastrointestinal Related Disorders
PROFESSIONAL/SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS
The Rheumatoid Disease Foundation/ The Arthritis Trust
The International Association of Hygienic Physicians
The American Clinical Board of Nutrition
The American Chiropractic Association Council On Nutrition
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
The American Humane Society of The United States
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: (770) 974-7470
Email: drpaulgoldberg@yahoo.com
Website: www.goldbergclinic.com
of Hygienic Physicians, is an adjunct professor at Life University and is a Science Advisor to the Arthritis Trust.
Dr. Goldberg has taught Clinical Nutrition, Gastroenterology and Rheumatology to Undergraduate, Graduate and Chiropractic Students for 30 years while maintaining an active practice, which he continues today at the Goldberg Clinic. His clinical focus is on the reversal of chronic disease conditions. He has helped return numerous chronically ill patients to good health.
Q: What initiated your interest in chronic disease reversal?
A: I developed serious rheumatoid disease and inflammatory bowel disease as a young man. My physicians declared I was incurable and would become crippled. I could no longer engage in athletics… even short walks were difficult. I became disenchanted with the medical profession, which offered no answers and was disappointed by the illusive “cures” offered by “alternative” practitioners. I wanted to address the causes of my illness at their roots not cover up symptoms while the disease progressed. I was involved in a joint degree program at the Colleges of Law and Medicine at Ohio State University. It was difficult to focus due to the large amount of pain I was in. I decided to leave my studies temporarily and find answers.
By chance, I saw an ad for a Hygienic Institute in Bonita Springs, Florida where I traveled to and met Dr. R.J. Cheatham who introduced me to the concepts of Natural Hygiene. I lived and worked at the Institute for a year and put Natural Hygiene into practice. This was the beginning of my recovery yet I still had much to learn. I was later hired as the Institute’s Health Director.
I went on to pursue studies at the University of Texas Medical Center where I wrote my thesis on Biological Approaches to Rheumatoid Diseases. Upon graduation I was hired by the State of Illinois as an epidemiologist. This was the beginning of my recovery yet I still had much to learn.
Q: How has your practice differed from standard and alternative practices?
A: Our motto is: “Causes Identified…Causes Addressed…Health Restored”. In living up to this motto we do not treat and suppress symptoms. We work diligently with our patients, most of whom have chronic health issues, to identify why they became ill and create an individualized program of health restoration for them to follow. Our goal for each patient is to both restore their health and empower them with the knowledge they need to remain well and avoid future medical dependency.
Q: How do you treat your patient’s conditions?
A: Key to our success and unique approach is that we do not “treat” diseases. This is a major error made in both medical and “alternative practices”. We address the patient’s health issues through a detailed interview, examination and functional laboratory testing. The initial office visit may take up to two hours. We take into account the unique traits making up each person and develop an individualized program for him or her to follow. We do not follow any cookie cutter plan or technique for all of our patients. We recognize them as individuals and create programs tailored to their needs.
Our patients find that not only are their disease issues addressed but that they experience overall rejuvenation with increased energy, better mood, more youthful appearance, more stamina, normalization of weight and vastly improved resistance against cancer, heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and the other common health problems we are plagued with in the United States.
Q: What specific skill areas do you commonly employ?
A: Clinical epidemiology to help uncover the causes of an individual’s problems along with nutritional biochemistry, biological medicine and functional medicine. My background in Chronic Disease Control, Clinical Nutrition, Chiropractic, Preventive Medicine and Natural Hygiene and my clinical experience over the past 35 years are all integrated into the practice.
Q: Are there other ways in which your practice differs from standard medical and alternative practices?
A: We differ in a number of ways. First, I have a special empathy with chronically ill people due to my own experience. Secondly, I strongly encourage patients to become involved with their care and make the necessary effort to get well. Some patients refer to our office as “Dr.Goldberg’s Boot Camp” as I encourage them to exert the discipline required to bring about good results.
Our office also differs in the large amount of time and attention we give each patient, which limits the number of people we can see.
The Goldberg Clinic is based upon good science, Hippocratic Principles, Clinical Epidemiology, science based Clinical Nutrition and thirty-five years of experience…not the latest fads and gimmicks that many alternative practitioners get hooked into.
We also know that we must keep up to date. With the changing nature of our environment and new stressors, keeping current with new advances in toxicology, clinical ecology, functional gastroenterology and functional endocrinology among other disciplines is important for our patient’s welfare. Part of the reason I continue to teach Clinical Nutrition to Chiropractic Students and lecture to physician groups is because it keeps me on my toes and aware of new developments in the health care field.
Q: What do you find most satisfying about your work?
A: Empowering people with the tools they need to care for themselves. As a University Professor I have lectured to approximately 1,500 students per year for 30 years. Many of them have carried the message of Natural Hygiene and healthy living to the public through their practices. I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to reach many people.
Q: What is the major issue you see as the future of health care in this country?
A: The medical profession and pharmaceutical industry have endeavored to create a nation dependent on drugs and hospitals as a way of life rather than teaching people how to become responsible in caring for themselves. Real health care involves helping people to obtain good health and then empowering them with the tools to maintain it on their own to the greatest degree possible.
Q: What do you think is the most important thing practitioners can do to positively influence their patients?
A: The most important thing we can do is to set a good personal example in all aspects of our lives and to practice what we preach.
Dr. Goldberg practices in Atlanta, Georgia and sees patients with rheumatoid issues, gastrointestinal/digestive problems, autoimmune disorders and other chronic conditions. His practice attracts patients from across the United States and internationally. The Goldberg Clinic can be reached at (770) 974-7470.
Curriculum Vitae
"I know the frustration of being sick and not being able to find help. The agony of running from one doctor to another without finding a doctor with a background who can put all the pieces together naturally. It is my intent through my experience, and education to bring the skills developed over many years to each patient and involve the patient as a partner in the healing process."
Paul Goldberg MPH, DC, DACBN
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