Functional Medicine in San Diego & Surrounding Areas
Functional Medicine
in San Diego
Advanced Functional Medicine is the leading provider of Functional Medicine services in San Diego, CA, and surrounding areas. Our functional medicine doctors have years of experience and training in alleviating patients from many medical conditions, symptoms, and issues, as well as optimizing health with any patient. We take a holistic approach to health and wellness, addressing and caring for the entire body and mind rather than the specific condition. From improving nutritional intake to addressing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, weight issues, fatigue, autoimmune problems, we’ll assess and treat every aspect of your health. We’ll create a customized treatment plan to meet your unique needs and improve your mind, body, and spirit. You will look better, feel better, and function better.
What is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine is an approach to health and wellness that seeks to assess, diagnose, and treat the root cause of symptoms or illnesses. It is highly personalized and focused on the patient, offering unique treatments that identify and address the individual’s causes of symptoms leading to poor health. The primary belief and basis behind functional medicine is that biological dysfunctions and imbalances cause disease and illness. Some of the issues it addresses include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Genetics
Environmental factors
Toxins
Lack of sleep or rest
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma
Functional Medicine vs. Traditional Medicine
The ways that functional medicine and traditional medicine treat patients and approach conditions are significantly different. Traditional medicine emphasizes treating specific symptoms. It provides acute care and management, addressing issues with prescriptive drugs when they occur. Functional medicine’s approach is broader, considering every factor that can contribute to chronic health issues or conditions. Whereas traditional medicine is often limited to treatments like medications and surgeries, functional medicine includes treatments like lifestyle changes, environmental interventions, nutritional, and supplementation. It assesses family and medical history and considers physical, mental, and emotional factors. Your functional medicine doctor will address the root and underlying issues causing or exacerbating your condition, not just the symptoms. Most people immediately feel the difference.
The Primary Principles of Functional Medicine
Functional medicine’s core principles focus on a complete, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Understanding that every person has unique genetic and biochemical needs, this method focuses on treating root causes of health issues rather than just symptoms. When we identify and treat the root causes of diseases, through comprehensive testing, we offer long-lasting solutions for our patients. Our care encompasses the entire mind and body. We base our practices, therapies, and treatments on the following principles:
Patient-First Care
Individual patient needs are prioritized first. We focus on the person and their unique health needs and circumstances.
Science and Biochemical Basis
Each person's genetic and biochemical makeup differs, requiring tailored, personalized care.
Root Causes
We focus on underlying issues and conditions, maintaining long-term medical solutions and benefits rather than addressing short-term symptoms with drugs.
Integrative and Holistic Approaches
Our comprehensive approach includes integrative therapies. We implement lifestyle changes and help support mental, physical, nutritional, digestive, and emotional well-being.
How Does the Functional Medicine Process Work?
We’ll start your treatment by connecting you to a functional medicine practitioner with extensive experience and training in treating issues similar to yours. During your first appointments, we’ll discuss and gather essential information regarding your health history, family history, current medical condition, and any medications or supplements you’re taking. The more detailed the information, the better we can customize your treatment plan. Based on your information, we’ll recommend testing to get to the root causes of your complaints. Based on the results, we can formulate a personalized plan that addresses all the imbalances and dysfunctions uncovered. Your practitioner will partner with you to develop an actionable, proactive health and wellness plan.
What Conditions Does Functional Medicine Treat?
Functional medicine can treat and provide a wide range of health benefits. If you are suffering from a chronic condition, or if you’re just not feeling your best, this branch of medical care may be right for you. The conditions we treat include, but are not limited to, the following:
Autoimmune Disorders
Our services can help minimize issues like Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Hashimoto’s, Systemic Lupus (SLE), diabetes, Crohn’s disease, and complications from autoimmune issues.
Weight loss
addressing root cause vs. stressful dieting for long-lasting, sustainable weight loss.
Hormone issues
menopause, irregular cycles, acne, mood swings, libido issues
Brain Fog / Cognitive issues
memory, concentration, ADD, ADHD, attention, focus
Digestive Disorders
We provide treatments for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel diseases, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and other digestive problems.
Thyroid Issues
From hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, and Graves’ disease, our team has vast experience treating conditions related to hormones.
Anxiety
excessive worrying, heart palpitations, anti-social behavior, sleep issues
Skin issues
Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, Psoriasis, hives, redness, breakouts
Get Customized Treatments for Your Health and Wellness
Traditional medicine can be beneficial, but it isn’t the only form of medical care available to you. If you’ve tried traditional medicine but haven’t gotten the results you want or need, we will be there to provide you with a definitive answers and solutions to your problems. To get started, please schedule a consultation with our skilled, committed doctors and practitioners. They will learn more about your condition, symptoms, and your health goals. After 12 years of serving patients, you can trust us to get to the root of your condition and customize a treatment plan that provides genuine relief and immensely noticeable improvement to your well-being. We are dedicated to improving your quality of life.