MICHAEL PONTORIERO, M.D.
Functional Medicine MDs
Addressing root causes of imbalance through natural therapies for optimal wellness.
Credentials & Training
Federally verified- Credential
- MD
- Medical school
- Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
- Graduated
- 1985
- Medicare specialty
- Vascular Surgery
- Also practices
- Thoracic Surgery
- Group practice
- Barnabas Health Medical Group, PC · 255 clinicians
- Medicare assignment
- Accepted — bills the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full
Sourced from the CMS Doctors & Clinicians national file, last checked September 2026.
About
Michael Pontoriero, M.D. is a Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Clifton, New Jersey. The scope of naturopathic medicine involves identifying and treating the root causes of illness and promoting the body's inherent ability to heal itself. Patients typically receive care through an integrative approach that combines natural therapies with conventional medicine.
The field generally addresses chronic complaints such as digestive disorders, fatigue, hormonal imbalances, and inflammatory conditions. Treatment plans often focus on nutritional correction, lifestyle modifications, and botanical medicine to support overall physiological balance.
The practice operates within a functional medicine framework, emphasizing root-cause analysis. Specific details regarding insurance acceptance or payment models are not provided.
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Conditions Treated
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Patients Served
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the focus of naturopathic medicine?
Naturopathic medicine focuses on identifying and treating the root causes of illness while supporting the body's inherent ability to heal itself.
Does this practice treat chronic issues?
The field generally addresses chronic complaints such as digestive disorders, fatigue, hormonal imbalances, and inflammatory conditions.
Is this approach different from conventional medicine?
The approach combines natural therapies with conventional medicine, emphasizing an integrative model of care.
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