Dr. Colin Zhu, DO
Family Physician
NJ
At a glance
5.00 stars (11 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at TheChefDoc Lifestyle Medicine
6 office locations
Speaks English and Chinese (Cantonese)
Offers telehealth visits
Video appointments available via Telehealth
5.00
11 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Dr. Colin Zhu was wonderful. He is such an amazing professional. He was very helpful, compassionate, and actually listened to my concerns. He offered great advice and information. I was so glad he was my doctor. It was just a relief to have a doctor actually take time to explain, educate, and evaluate my situation. I was so very pleased with the appointment.
More than 1 year agoTO
I have to say I had an amazing experience with Dr. Colin Zhu! He was very thoughtful and thorough. He listened to every single symptom I described and asked very pertinent questions in order to help me out.
I have suffered from migraines for decades so it is not often that a professional actually brings me new information about food that can be good or bad for migraines, but Dr. Zhou had many amazing information to share with me that I was glad to find out! He also talked about nutrients and took the time to answer my many questions.
There was no wait time and I honestly felt as if I was seeing him in his office, and not on an online appointment.
Besides being a great professional, he seemed to genuinely be interested in helping people. Very highly recommended!
More than 1 year agoRG
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Popular visit reasons
Food Intolerance
High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
Low Blood Pressure / Hypotension
Migraine
Sleep Problems
Thyroid Evaluation
Tiredness / Fatigue
Type 2 Diabetes
Food Intolerance
High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
Low Blood Pressure / Hypotension
Migraine
More about Dr. Colin Zhu, DO
*Book your Lifestyle Medicine Appointment with me!
*Primary Care Services are NOT offered at this time.
Board-Certified in Lifestyle Medicine
Currently Out-of-Network and does not take insurance, SELF-PAY
Dr. Colin Zhu is Board-Certified in Family Practice and Lifestyle Medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zhu trained as a chef and a health coach at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health & Culinary Arts and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition following completion of his medical degree. To share his unique blend of medical knowledge with a wider audience, Dr. Zhu launched TheChefDoc website, an online wellness and lifestyle education platform which has been featured in several publications. Dr. Zhu is an international speaker, the author of "Thrive Medicine: How To Cultivate Your Desires and Elevate Your Life,“ and is the podcast host of Thrive Bites in which he interviews the latest health and wellness experts about incorporating a plant-powered lifestyle, enhancing emotional wellness, and creating a thriving mindset! His latest venture is his signature event for 2021 is a self-educational masterclass series experience called The THR5 Formula where he combines inspiration, education, and practical tools on how to THRIVE!
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Residency in Family Practice
Centrastate Medical Center, Residency in Family Practice
Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Certificate in Health Coach
Natural Gourmet Institute, Diploma in Health-Supportive Culinary Arts
Practice
TheChefDoc Lifestyle Medicine
Professional memberships
Dr. Colin Zhu is Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine
Awards and publications
Author of “Thrive Medicine: How To Cultivate Your Desires and Elevate Your Life"
Podcast Host for the Thrive Bites Podcast
Director/Faculty Chair of the THR5 Formula™ Masterclass Series
Background
Languages spoken
English
Chinese (Cantonese)
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1639424732
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.82
Bedside manner
5.00
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11 reviews
Most relevant
Dr. Zhu was very professional. He carefully listened to me and I never felt rushed. Very pleasant experience!
More than 1 year agoKL
Dr.Zhu was amazing. Glad to see he's a runner and very attentive.
More than 1 year agoRF
Dr. Colin Zhu was wonderful. He is such an amazing professional. He was very helpful, compassionate, and actually listened to my concerns. He offered great advice and information. I was so glad he was my doctor. It was just a relief to have a doctor actually take time to explain, educate, and evaluate my situation. I was so very pleased with the appointment.
More than 1 year agoTO
Friendly, professional, and caring!
God Bless!
More than 1 year agoLP
I have to say I had an amazing experience with Dr. Colin Zhu! He was very thoughtful and thorough. He listened to every single symptom I described and asked very pertinent questions in order to help me out.
I have suffered from migraines for decades so it is not often that a professional actually brings me new information about food that can be good or bad for migraines, but Dr. Zhou had many amazing information to share with me that I was glad to find out! He also talked about nutrients and took the time to answer my many questions.
There was no wait time and I honestly felt as if I was seeing him in his office, and not on an online appointment.
Besides being a great professional, he seemed to genuinely be interested in helping people. Very highly recommended!
More than 1 year agoRG
This was a virtual appointment and it was so nice to receive the same level of care I would at the doctor's office without having to leave my home. The doctor was super helpful and friendly and was able to provide excellent care. I barely had to wait to be seen, it was minimally disruptive to my work day. I felt comfortable asking questions and that he asked ample questions to determine a diagnosis. I would highly recommend Dr. Zhu and virtual appointments with him.
More than 1 year agoKP
We are so thankful to Dr. Colin Zhu for his kindness and attention to detail during our telehealth session. He asked lots of thorough questions and made sure to get a clear medical history and full picture of symptoms. We are so thankful for his help!
More than 1 year agoDM
My visit went very well. I was encouraged to seek out a specialist, which I had not previously considered as an option, or even necessity. I very much appreciate the time that Dr. Zhu gave me and my situation, as well as the referral for the specialist so that I can get a better idea of what may be going on with me and my situation.
More than 1 year agoCJ
I am so glad I finally decided to jump on board to a WFPB diet! With Dr. Zhu's guidance, I expect to be 100% compliant within the next 3 months or so. In addition, I expect to reach my goal weight by year's end.
More than 1 year agoSM
Dr. Zhu spent a lot of time getting to know me well, which I found helpful for his treatment plan. But the best part is that he didn't stop with the appointment. He kept in touch through messaging to see how I was doing and how the treatments were working, as well as offering lifestyle advice and recommendations. Great doc!
More than 1 year agoKS
the visit was very productive and focused with specific recommendations and review of pertinent data
the time was well spent informative and motivational
More than 1 year agoLA
What practice does Dr. Colin Zhu work with?
Dr. Colin Zhu works with TheChefDoc Lifestyle Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Colin Zhu?
Dr. Colin Zhu frequently sees patients for High Blood Pressure / Hypertension, Migraine, Sleep Problems, Thyroid Evaluation, and Type 2 Diabetes. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Colin Zhu on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Colin Zhu speak?
Dr. Colin Zhu speaks English and Chinese (Cantonese).
How do patients rate Dr. Colin Zhu in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Dr. Colin Zhu. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.82/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.