Winston Cope, MD

Dr. Winston Cope, M.D., is a seasoned internal medicine physician and Medical Director at BioDesign Wellness Center in Tampa, Florida, where he leads a multidisciplinary team in uncovering and treating root causes of chronic health challenges for lasting vitality. A 1972 graduate of the University of Florida College of Medicine with additional training in ophthalmology, Dr. Cope's holistic perspective—treating the body as a unified whole—has spanned over five decades, evolving into functional medicine expertise in hormone optimization, detoxification, and preventive care. As a Shoemaker-certified Proficiency Partner and Diplomate, he specializes in Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) and mold/biotoxin illnesses from water-damaged buildings, guiding patients through the Shoemaker Protocol with environmental assessments, biotoxin binding, and immune-modulating strategies to resolve symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and cognitive impairment for comprehensive recovery. Committed to education and advocacy, Dr. Cope contributes to conferences and resources on the mold epidemic, empowering patients to thrive beyond symptom management.