As a board certified Family Practitioner, Dr. Elliott is convinced that the way medicine is conventionally taught and practiced is simply inadequate.  Too often we focus on treating symptoms rather than searching for root causes.  Too quickly do we reach for the prescription pad in response to the “what” rather than asking the “why.”  Too often we simply accept the notion that the aging process is one of inevitably advancing frailty, fatigue, and debility.

Believing that there has to be a healthier, more holistic approach to optimizing wellness, Dr. Elliott has intentionally pursued advanced training. Now, having completed fellowship training in the cutting-edge specialty of Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine, he embraces the underlying tenets that:

• each and every one of us is unique – physiologically, anatomically, psychologically, and spiritually, and that,
• at its best, medicine must tailor treatment to fit that unique blend of characteristics that makes each one of “us” “us.”

In addition and prior to his training as a physician, Dr. Elliott earned a Masters of Divinity degree from Duke University and served as a pastor to congregations in north-central Indiana for over ten years. His approach to medicine emerges from, and is defined by, his multi-faceted interest in and commitment to health, wellness, and wholeness.

What Dr. Elliott’s Patient’s are Saying:

  • “Once I hit peri-menopause, I was exhausted all the time.  The hot flashes and other signs of menopause were not nearly as incapacitating as the chronic exhaustion.  Getting up in the morning was torture.  I couldn’t make it through the day without taking a nap.  And most of my very busy life became a drudgery to be endured.  I was seeing multiple doctors for the various issues–one for thyroid, one for hormone replacement, etc.  but I found little relief.  I kept pushing because I had to but I wasn’t sure how much longer I was going to make it.  A friend recommended Dr. Elliott at Living with Intention.  Dr. Elliott did a battery of blood, urine, and saliva tests and then we sat down together and made a plan that would treat the whole me–not just one issue at a time.  I left the office after that visit with great hope.   The first sign of real relief came when I woke up one morning and was excited to face the day.  Within two weeks I was feeling significantly better.   Dr. Elliott has continued to monitor and adjust my treatment, and I feel better now than I have in almost ten years.  I feel like I have my life back.” – K.L., Anderson, IN
  • Regarding her 16-year-old son (who has suffered allergy and digestive problems for most of his life and has been to multiple specialists), after just 6 weeks on a new diet and supplement regimen:  “This is the best thing we’ve ever done.” – A.F., Fishers, IN
  • “I came to Living with Intention frustrated, exhausted, and in tears.  The past two years of my life had aged me what felt like ten.  My son’s death, major spinal surgery, and menopause had robbed me of my strength, joy, and sex life.  Was there anything that could restore me to that woman who laughed, enjoyed life, and thrilled at her husband’s touch?  After extensive testing, I was diagnosed with Adrenal Fatiuge and started on the correct doses of hormones and supplements.  The results were AMAZING!  I thank you, my co-workers thank you, and my husband REALLY thanks you!”  – P.S., Summitville, IN
  • “Once again, I find myself searching for the right words to adequately thank you.  Perhaps, I should start by thanking you for your timeless and tireless commitment.  I somtimes wonder where I would be, medically, without your sincere dedication.  I am grateful for not only your medical skills, but also the compassion you have always shown me.  … I consider your role as my physician to be nothing short of a true hero.  You deserve more thanks and gratitude than I could ever give to you.” — J.F., Pendleton, IN

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Education/Training/Certification

• DePauw University, Summa Cum Laude, 1980 — Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Economics
• Duke University Divinity School, Magna Cum Laude, 1983 – Master of Divinity
• Indiana University School of Medicine, 1996 – Doctor of Medicine
• Ball Memorial Family Practice Residency Program, 1999
• American Board of Family Medicine – Initial Board Certification, 1999; Recertification 2006
• American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, Completed Fellowship and Conferred title of “Diplomate”, 2008