Functional Wellness Programs

Conventional medicine excels at acute care, trauma, and crisis intervention, but often falls short with chronic complex conditions. It typically focuses on diagnosing disease based on symptoms and treating with medications that manage those symptoms. Functional medicine asks "why" you have symptoms and seeks to address underlying root causes—nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, gut dysfunction, inflammation, toxin exposure, and lifestyle factors. Rather than replacing conventional medicine, we integrate the best of both approaches: using conventional testing and treatments when appropriate while adding functional assessments and therapies that address causative factors. This creates more comprehensive, lasting solutions for chronic health issues.

We utilize both standard lab testing and specialized functional assessments. Standard tests include comprehensive metabolic panels, complete blood counts, lipid panels, thyroid function (including TSH, Free T3, Free T4, antibodies), vitamin D, inflammatory markers (CRP, homocysteine), and hormone panels. Functional testing may include comprehensive stool analysis (gut microbiome, pathogens, inflammation markers), organic acids testing (metabolic function, nutrient status, neurotransmitter metabolism), food sensitivity panels, SIBO breath testing, heavy metal testing, advanced cardiovascular markers, adrenal stress testing, and comprehensive nutrient assessments. We choose tests strategically based on your specific symptoms and clinical picture to get the most valuable information while being cost-conscious.

Supplement recommendations are always personalized based on your specific deficiencies and therapeutic needs—we never use cookie-cutter protocols. Initially, you may need several targeted supplements to address identified imbalances, but we prioritize the most impactful interventions and phase recommendations to avoid overwhelming you. As your health improves and underlying issues resolve, we typically reduce supplement regimens significantly. Our ultimate goal is to restore your body's natural function so you need minimal ongoing supplementation. We also emphasize that supplements are meant to supplement—not replace—an optimal diet and lifestyle. Food comes first; supplements fill gaps and provide therapeutic doses when needed.

You can order the practitioner-grade supplements we recommend through our online dispensaries (Fullscript, Designs for Health, and WholeScripts), shipped right to your door.

We are a cash-pay, out-of-network practice, so you pay a transparent per-visit price for your care with no recurring dues or membership required, and we do not bill insurance directly. Many patients find this straightforward pricing easier to plan for than traditional insurance-based care with copays and deductibles, especially when dealing with chronic conditions requiring frequent visits. Standard lab testing is often available at deeply discounted cash rates through our partnerships. Specialized functional lab tests are out-of-pocket expenses, though we provide transparent pricing and help you prioritize testing based on budget. Supplements and nutrition products are also out-of-pocket. For insured patients, we provide a superbill you can submit to your insurer for potential HSA/FSA reimbursement or out-of-network reimbursement where applicable.

Timelines vary significantly based on the complexity of your condition, how long you've been experiencing symptoms, your compliance with recommendations, and your body's individual healing capacity. Some patients notice improvements in energy, digestion, or sleep within 2-4 weeks of starting interventions. More significant changes in chronic conditions typically become apparent within 2-3 months as we address root causes and systems begin rebalancing. Complex autoimmune conditions, severe hormonal imbalances, or longstanding gut issues may require 6-12 months for substantial transformation. It's important to understand that functional medicine heals rather than merely suppresses symptoms, which takes time but creates lasting change. We track both objective biomarkers and subjective symptom improvements to monitor progress throughout your journey.