Spenser Reed, MD
Family Medicine

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About Spenser Reed, MD
Medicine has been at the center of my life and quickly became a fascination ever since I was a young child navigating a complex chronic disease. It was a natural extension that I was drawn to primary care because of the meaningful relationships I am now honored to build with my patients and the ability to help provide life-changing care across the lifespan. Today’s approach to healthcare too often focuses on quantity over quality which can neglect to appreciate the individualism innate to every patient that contributes to health and disease. It is my belief that the most fundamental role as your physician is to devote as much time as needed to understand your health and wellness goals so we can better reach your optimal health, together. Being an MDVIP-affiliated doctor helps me achieve this, as it allows for close doctor-patient relationships to be built, along with time to help identify and address aspects that contribute to your health (for example, what you eat, how much you exercise, how you cope with stress, understanding your unique metabolism and genetics), and to be present for you if you become ill or need me urgently.
I practice full spectrum primary care with an emphasis on the management (and often possible reversal!) of chronic medical conditions using exercise therapy, clinical nutrition, advanced laboratory diagnostic testing and medications when appropriate. I offer many office-based services, including gynecologic, minor surgical, dermatologic and orthopedic procedures and management of many urgent medical problems. I also provide house calls as necessary.
I have pursued advanced training in integrative medicine, as I recognize that blending allopathic and evidence-based non-allopathic modalities can often help produce improved health outcomes. I am also passionate about nutrition, and with my clinical research background, I regularly serve as an invited Peer Reviewer for several medical nutrition journals. I respect that medicine is indeed a practice and is always evolving, and therefore routinely participate in a wide variety of continuing education beyond what is necessary so that I can offer you the personalized care you deserve.
Tucson, AZ
Integrative Medicine 2022-Present
Fontana, CA
Family Medicine 2020-2022
Academic Chief Resident 2021-2022
Fontana, CA
2019-2020
Tucson, AZ
Doctorate of Medicine 2019
Academic Distinction in Research and Integrative Medicine
Ithaca, NY
Bachelor of Science, Double Major in Nutrition and Biochemistry 2014
Magna Cum Laude
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
Kaiser Permanente Southern California
- Curriculum Committee, Graduate Medical Education 2021-2022
- Patient Safety Leadership Committee 2021-2022
NIH/Cornell University Research Scholar, 2014
Reed et al. Alterations in the intestinal morphology, gut microbiota, and trace mineral status following intra-amniotic administration of teff seed extracts. Nutrients 2020;12(10):3020.
Reed et al. Identification and quantification of clinically relevant microbes in patient samples: Comparison of three k-mer based classifiers for speed, accuracy, and sensitivity. PLoS Computational Biology 2019;15(11):e1006863.
Reed et al. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2018;66(25):6291-6299.
Reed et al. PLoS ONE 2017;12(8):e0182431.
Reed et al. Chronic zinc deficiency alters gut microbiota composition and function. Nutrients 2015;7(12):9768-9784.
Reed et al. Higher iron pearl millet provides more absorbable iron that is limited by increaser polyphenolic content. Nutrition Journal 2015;14(1):1-9.
Reed et al. PLoS ONE 2015;10(9):e0138479.
Reed et al. Royal Society of Chemistry Advances 2015;5(9):6407- 6412.
Reed et al. Dietary zinc deficiency affects blood linoleic acid: dihomo-y-linolenic acid (LA:DGLA) ratio; a sensitive physiological marker of zinc status in vivo. Nutrients 2014;6(3):1164- 1180.
Reed et al. Nutritional Journal 2014;5(9):19.
American Association of Family Physicians
Society of Ultrasound in Medical Education
California Academy of Family Physicians
California
Personal Interests: Family, weightlifting, hiking and exploring the vast Utah wilderness with our dogs, cooking, community service, traveling
Benefits of joining Dr. Reed's practice with MDVIP
The office of Spenser Reed, MD
Mon | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tue | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wed | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thu | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Fri | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Sat | Closed |
Sun | Closed |

Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
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