Rob Abbott, M.D. is the integrative physician at Resilient Roots: Functional and Evolutionary Medicine and is a clinician researcher with the Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine. He has authored peer-reviewed publications examining the efficacy of dietary and lifestyle therapies to treat chronic disease and is a preceptor for students who desire clinical experience in functional medicine. In his free time, Dr. Abbott enjoys trail running, poetry, and reflective practices. He currently resides in Charlottesville, Virginia.