Wellness beyond traditional medicine
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Scientifically based approach that focuses on the root cause of disease and prevention
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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
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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