Wellness beyond traditional medicine
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Scientifically based approach that focuses on the root cause of disease and prevention
WHAT IS FUNCTIONAL
MEDICINE?
Focusing on you, the patient,
not the disease
Functional Medicine is an individualized, evidence-based approach that addresses the underlying cause of disease rather than the symptoms. Through analysis of your genetics, biochemistry and lifestyle, we can establish a direct personalized treatment plan that focuses on improving your outcomes and promoting optimal wellness and vitality.
why functional medicine?
Conventional vs. Functional Medicine Approach
Conventional Medicine
- Acute care model
- Disease centered approach
- Symptom based management
- The body is a collection of part operating independently
- Pharmaceutical based treatment
functional Medicine Approach
- Health oriented
- Patient centered
- Personalized approach
- Attention to underlying root cause of disease
- The body functions as an integrated system
- Evaluation for micronutrient deficiencies + replacement
- Evaluation genetic disposition
- Preventative approach focused on identifying risk of disease for prevention
WHAT YOUR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CONSULTATION WILL LOOK LIKE
Our program provides
- Comprehensive review of your personal and family medical history, symptoms, and goals
- Comprehensive functional diagnostic and laboratory testing as needed
- Food allergy testing
- Cardiac Disease risk testing
- Diabetes risk testing
- Comprehensive stool testing
- Hormone imbalance testing
- Genetic testing for wellness optimization and disease predisposition
- Personalized functional nutrition evaluation and counseling
- Practitioner-grade supplements
- Metabolic detoxification programs
- Stress management programs