Many patients come to us after months or years of being told their labs are “normal” or their symptoms are just a part of aging. Yet they’re struggling with:
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Often, they’ve been offered a pill, dismissed entirely, or put on a hormone protocol that wasn’t tailored to them.
At The Functional MDs, we understand that hormonal symptoms are not vague or imagined — they’re physiologically real, and often rooted in missed patterns and poor clinical follow-up. That’s what we do differently.
We don’t follow templates. We follow the patient.
Every hormone plan starts with a structured discovery process advanced testing, clinical intake, and a deep understanding of how your body functions across systems. From there, we build a phase-based treatment strategy tailored to your hormonal profile, goals, and physiology.
When indicated, we use bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) carefully prescribed, monitored, and adjusted by board-certified physicians. We do not believe in “one-size-fits-all” protocols or aggressive dosing models that ignore individual biochemistry.
Our approach reflects the latest clinical research and expert consensus, including recent insights from the FDA’s hormone therapy roundtable, which reaffirmed the safety and broad health benefits of appropriately timed hormone use — especially in perimenopause, menopause, and andropause.
Personalized bioidentical hormone therapy
Thyroid and adrenal support
Nutritional and nutraceutical strategies
Detox and metabolism support
Coaching to optimize stress, sleep, and lifestyle rhythms
Hormone therapy is one of the most misunderstood tools in medicine often misrepresented due to outdated studies, inconsistent training, and generalized warnings that don’t reflect current
evidence.Here’s what patients need to know:
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Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
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Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
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Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
Pellet therapy is a valuable option — when used correctly.
We offer it selectively for men and women who are appropriate candidates, based on symptoms, lab data, and individual physiology. But unlike many practices, we don’t default to pellets for every patient. And we don’t overcorrect hormones into supraphysiologic ranges just to generate short-term results.
What we’ve seen in the industry is concerning:
A one-size-fits-all approach to pellet dosing. Hormone levels pushed too high for too long. Lack of proper follow-up. These aren’t best practices — and they often lead to downstream dysfunction.
At The Functional MDs, pellet therapy is part of the toolbox — not the protocol. We use it when it’s the right fit, in the right dose, with the right clinical oversight.
This is hormone therapy the way it should be: calibrated, measured, and built for long-term balance — not just symptom spikes.
Hormone therapy, done correctly, doesn’t just manage symptoms it restores systems.At The Functional MDs, our goal is to help you:
Regain steady energy and focus throughout the day
Improve sleep quality, emotional regulation, and mental clarity
Support metabolic health, weight balance, and insulin sensitivity
Feel confident and in control of your body again
Restore libido, cycle regularity, or a smoother menopausal transition
That’s why we monitor, recalibrate, and adapt your plan with you — every step of the way.
Have questions about our services or the functional medicine approach?
What is bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT)?
Are hormones safe?
What’s the difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones?
Do you use pellet therapy?
How do I know if my hormones are out of balance?
Do you treat men and women?
Do you treat thyroid and adrenal issues too?
How long does it take to feel better?
Do you use hormone therapy for prevention or just symptom relief?
Can I use insurance for hormone therapy?
Many patients come to us after being diagnosed with autoimmune conditions but offered little beyond symptom suppression. Others struggle with chronic inflammation, joint pain, fatigue, or skin issues — often without a clear diagnosis.
They’re left managing flares with medications, while the deeper question — why is the immune system overreacting? — is rarely explored.
We focus on evaluating and addressing the underlying contributors to immune dysfunction, using a comprehensive, systems-based approach designed for patients with complex or unresolved symptoms.
Autoimmune activation rarely happens in isolation. Our clinical evaluation looks at the interconnected systems that influence immune balance, inflammation, and symptom flares.
Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions require more than symptom management — they require insight into what’s driving immune imbalance.
Our approach begins with a structured discovery process, including a detailed clinical intake, advanced testing when appropriate, and timeline analysis. We look at how immune, metabolic, gut, and hormonal systems are interacting — and where regulation has broken down.
From there, we build a personalized, physician-directed care plan designed to support immune balance, reduce systemic stress, and restore functional stability. Care may include:
We don’t rely on protocol templates. Every plan is designed around your history, presentation, and progression — and guided by medical insight throughout.
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While every case is different, our care is designed to help patients with autoimmune or chronic inflammatory conditions:
While every case is different, our care is designed to help patients with autoimmune or chronic inflammatory conditions:
Have questions about our services or the functional medicine approach?
What autoimmune conditions do you work with?
Can functional medicine reverse autoimmune disease?
What testing do you use for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions?
Do you treat inflammation even without a formal autoimmune diagnosis?
How is your approach different from conventional rheumatology?
Do you recommend stopping medications like steroids or biologics?
How long does it take to see improvement?
Can this approach be used alongside conventional treatment?
What symptoms might improve with this approach?
Is this covered by insurance?
Most patients who come to us with gut issues have been through the cycle: antacids, probiotics, restrictive diets, and vague “you probably have IBS” diagnoses. Some have been told their symptoms are stress-related. Others have tried food sensitivity panels, SIBO protocols, or gut supplements — and still feel stuck.
They’re dealing with bloating, food reactions, gas, reflux, constipation or loose stools — often paired with fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, skin flare-ups, or hormonal shifts.
Gut dysfunction isn’t always just a digestive issue. It’s often the upstream driver of inflammation, immune dysregulation, and hormone imbalance.
Gut symptoms are rarely isolated. We assess how the gut is influencing immune regulation, hormonal balance, detoxification, and overall systemic stability.
Our care begins with a structured clinical evaluation, advanced testing when appropriate, and identification of key dysfunctions across digestive and inflammatory pathways. From there, we implement a physician-directed protocol aligned with your findings, timeline, and goals.
Antioxidant and mitochondrial support
Gut-healing protocols based on GI testing
Phase-specific detoxification support (methylation, conjugation, bile flow)
Hormone and neurotransmitter cofactor repletion
Immune modulation and inflammatory balancing compounds
Every product is carefully selected for clinical relevance, therapeutic range, and third-party verification. Dosing is matched to tolerance, labs, and biochemistry.
Our goal is to restore gut stability and reduce system-wide stress — so patients can move from reactivity to resilience.Depending on your case, that may include:
Reduced bloating, cramping, and digestive discomfort
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Improved bowel regularity and post-meal response
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Fewer food reactions and less inflammatory sensitivity
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Better nutrient absorption, energy, and immune function
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Greater clarity, mood stability, and daily consistency
That’s why we monitor, recalibrate, and adapt your plan with you — every step of the way.
Have questions about our services or the functional medicine approach?
What types of gut issues do you work with?
Do I need a confirmed diagnosis like IBS or SIBO to work with you?
What’s the difference between food allergies and food sensitivities?
How do you test for gut dysfunction?
Do you treat leaky gut?
What if I’ve already done an elimination diet?
How long does it take to see improvement?
Will I need to avoid certain foods permanently?
Is your approach just about diet?
Is this covered by insurance?
Environmental exposures like mold toxins and heavy metals often go unrecognized in conventional care — yet they’re capable of driving deep system-wide dysfunction.
Many of our patients come to us with a long list of symptoms that seem unrelated: fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, skin issues, sensitivity to smells, joint pain, or unexplained inflammation. They’ve seen multiple providers, ruled out major diseases, and still don’t feel better.
In many of these cases, the missing variable is exposure — and the body’s inability to detox or recover properly.
We specialize in evaluating patients for hidden environmental burdens and building a structured path forward.
Environmental exposure affects more than detox pathways — it influences energy production, immune response, neurological function, and hormonal regulation. We assess for patterns related to:
Have questions about our services or the functional medicine approach?
How do I know if I’ve been exposed to mold or environmental toxins?
What is mycotoxin illness?
Do you test for mold or mycotoxins?
How do you test for gut dysfunction?
Do you treat leaky gut?
What if I’ve already done an elimination diet?
How long does it take to see improvement?
Will I need to avoid certain foods permanently?
Is your approach just about diet?
Is this covered by insurance?
Many of the women we work with have been trying to conceive, normalize their cycles, or rebalance after years of irregular periods, hormonal birth control, or unexplained infertility.
They’ve been told to “wait and see,” offered hormonal contraceptives as a fix, or referred straight to IVF — often without understanding what’s truly happening in their body.
Some are dealing with PCOS, endometriosis, ovulatory issues, or luteal phase dysfunction. Others have normal labs — but still don’t feel hormonally right.
At The Functional MDs, we slow down the process and go deeper.
Our goal is to understand what’s driving imbalance — and build a care plan that supports real hormonal recovery and fertility function.
Fertility isn’t isolated to the reproductive organs — it’s the result of whole-body hormonal harmony. We evaluate the systems that influence ovarian function, ovulation, cycle quality, and implantation readiness.Key areas we assess may include
Hormone therapy is one of the most misunderstood tools in medicine often misrepresented due to outdated studies, inconsistent training, and generalized warnings that don’t reflect current
evidence.Here’s what patients need to know:
Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
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There’s a clinical difference between synthetic hormones and bioidentical therapy. We use bioidentical formulations tailored by dose, route, and need — not generic regimens
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Low-dose vaginal estrogen has minimal systemic absorption. The FDA panel called current warnings misleading and unsupported — contributing to unnecessary patient harm.
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Testosterone plays a critical role in women’s brain, mood, muscle, and sexual health. Despite no FDA-approved female dose, it’s clinically relevant and responsibly used in practice.
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Low-dose vaginal estrogen has minimal systemic absorption. The FDA panel called current warnings misleading and unsupported — contributing to unnecessary patient harm.
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Testosterone plays a critical role in women’s brain, mood, muscle, and sexual health. Despite no FDA-approved female dose, it’s clinically relevant and responsibly used in practice.
Our goal is to restore hormonal rhythm and support natural fertility — whether you're trying to conceive now, planning for the future, or simply seeking clarity and balance.
But we don’t just collect data — we translate it into clinical decisions. That’s the difference.
Have questions about our services or the functional medicine approach?
What types of fertility concerns do you work with?
Do I need to be actively trying to conceive to work with you?
How is your approach different from standard fertility care?
Do you work with PCOS and endometriosis?
Do you work with male partners?
What testing is typically done?
Will I be put on medication or birth control?
Can I do this instead of IVF or IUI?
How long does it take to see changes in my cycle or fertility?
Is this covered by insurance?
By the time patients reach us, they’ve often been told everything is “normal” — but they’re still exhausted, in pain, and mentally foggy. They’ve seen specialists, tried medications, and cycled through treatments that never addressed the full picture.
We specialize in working with patients who feel stuck.
Those who know something is wrong — even if the labs don’t explain it. This is where functional medicine, done at the highest level, begins.
Autoimmune activation rarely happens in isolation. Our clinical evaluation looks at the interconnected systems that influence immune balance, inflammation, and symptom flares.
Clearer, steadier daily energy
Restorative sleep and better recovery
Reduced pain and physical discomfort
Improved focus, clarity, and cognitive function
A body you can rely on again — and a care team that doesn’t quit halfway
Book your discovery consultation and begin a care process that’s as thorough and committed as you are.
Have questions about our services or the functional medicine approach?
What are the root causes of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia?
How is your treatment approach for chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia different?
Do I need lab testing to treat chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia?
How long does it take to improve chronic fatigue symptoms?
What kind of therapies do you use for fatigue and fibromyalgia?
Is fibromyalgia a real medical condition?
Can I get help even if I haven’t been formally diagnosed with chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia?
Why haven’t other doctors found the cause of my fatigue or pain?
Will I need to follow a specific fatigue diet or lifestyle plan?
Do you prescribe medication for fibromyalgia or fatigue treatment?
When mitochondria underperform and detox pathways stall, the result is more than fatigue — it’s a body operating below capacity. At The Functional MDs, we evaluate the systems that keep your energy up and your internal load down: mitochondrial function, antioxidant defenses, and phase-based detoxification.
We don’t guess. We test, target, and guide your system back into balance.
This is not just about toxins — it's about capacity. We see patients struggling with:
Many have been told their labs are “normal” — yet still feel depleted, reactive, or inflamed. Our job is to find out why.
Mitochondrial dysfunction and poor detox capacity rarely show up on routine labs. That’s why we assess deeper systems tied to cellular energy production, toxin clearance, and antioxidant defenses.
This is not a generic “detox.” It’s a systematic rebuild of cellular capacity.
We tailor protocols to your clinical needs and tolerance, not internet trends. That means:
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Our approach is clinical, not aggressive—designed to restore internal clarity, not flush the system blindly. Whether you're recovering from mold, infection, burnout, or chronic inflammation, we meet your system where it is—and help it do what it was designed to do.
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When your mitochondria are working, your detox pathways are open, and your energy systems are supported—you feel it.Depending on your case, outcomes may include:
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Increased energy and physical stamina
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Clearer thinking and reduced brain fog
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Better tolerance to foods, supplements, and environmental triggers
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Improved bowel regularity and toxin clearance
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Reduced inflammatory and histamine-related flares
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More stable mood, sleep, and recovery capacity
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Greater resilience to stress and physiological demand
When your mitochondria are working, your detox pathways are open, and your energy systems are supported—you feel it.Depending on your case, outcomes may include:
If you’re dealing with low energy, brain fog, or unexplained reactivity—your cells may be sending a signal.
We specialize in identifying and correcting bioenergetic dysfunction before it becomes chronic illness.
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What are signs I may have mitochondrial or detox dysfunction?
How is this different from a general detox or supplement plan?
Do you use functional lab testing?
Will I feel worse before I feel better?
Can I do this if I’m already very sensitive or inflamed?
Will this conflict with my current treatment or medications?
Is this part of every patient’s program?
Is this approach safe for long-term conditions like mold, Lyme, or chronic fatigue?
Many of our patients come in after years of vague, fluctuating symptoms that don’t respond to conventional treatment — and don’t seem to fit one diagnosis.
Most have been told "it’s just anxiety," "maybe it’s food," or that they’re reacting to nothing. Others have been given antihistamines or steroids with limited relief — and no clarity.
We evaluate these patterns through a structured clinical lens — not guesswork or elimination diets alone.
Every hormone plan starts with a structured discovery process advanced testing, clinical intake, and a deep understanding of how your body functions across systems. From there, we build a phase-based treatment strategy tailored to your hormonal profile, goals, and physiology.
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We don’t chase triggers — we stabilize systems.
Mast cell activation is often a symptom of deeper immune disorganization. Our goal is to evaluate how and why the system is dysregulated, and to intervene strategically across multiple points of influence.
We approach MCAS not as a diagnosis to manage — but as a system to understand, calm, and re-regulate.
A clear explanation of what each test is evaluating and why it matters
Reduced food, chemical, or supplement sensitivity
More stable energy, mood, and cognitive clarity
Our goal is to reduce system overload, restore immune regulation, and help patients with mast cell activation regain clarity, stability, and tolerance.
Use of blood, stool, urine, saliva, or DNA — depending on the panel and clinical need
Improved digestion, sleep, and overall system resilience
A stepwise return to baseline — without fear of flare at every turn
Hormone Optimization
What is mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS)?
What are common symptoms of MCAS?
How do you evaluate for MCAS?
What makes your approach different?
Do you offer testing for histamine or mast cell markers?
Is this the same as histamine intolerance?
Do you treat patients who are very sensitive?
Do you use antihistamines in your treatment?
How long does it take to improve with MCAS?
Is this covered by insurance?
Many of our patients come to us with metabolic markers trending in the wrong direction — even when their labs are “within range.” Others have been told they’re “pre-diabetic” or have elevated cholesterol, blood pressure, or inflammation — but are unsure how to address it beyond medication.
For example:
A patient may present with “normal” cholesterol, but advanced testing shows elevated LDL particle number, borderline insulin resistance, and rising inflammatory markers — all early signs of cardiometabolic strain that aren’t typically flagged in standard care.
We focus on identifying where that stress is building — and how cardiovascular, insulin, hormone, and inflammatory systems are interacting beneath the surface.
Cardiometabolic dysfunction rarely starts with a diagnosis — it starts with subtle, compounding stress across metabolic, vascular, hormonal, and inflammatory systems. We evaluate where that dysfunction begins and how it's interacting beneath the surface.Our clinical evaluation may explore:
We approach metabolic dysfunction with precision — not just prescription.
Our process starts with a full clinical intake, timeline mapping, and advanced testing when indicated. We evaluate how metabolic, hormonal, and inflammatory systems are interacting — and where early stress patterns are already at play.
Your physician-directed care plan may include:
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Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
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There’s a clinical difference between synthetic hormones and bioidentical therapy. We use bioidentical formulations tailored by dose, route, and need — not generic regimens
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Low-dose vaginal estrogen has minimal systemic absorption. The FDA panel called current warnings misleading and unsupported — contributing to unnecessary patient harm.
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Testosterone plays a critical role in women’s brain, mood, muscle, and sexual health. Despite no FDA-approved female dose, it’s clinically relevant and responsibly used in practice.
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Low-dose vaginal estrogen has minimal systemic absorption. The FDA panel called current warnings misleading and unsupported — contributing to unnecessary patient harm.
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Testosterone plays a critical role in women’s brain, mood, muscle, and sexual health. Despite no FDA-approved female dose, it’s clinically relevant and responsibly used in practice.
Our goal is to help patients move beyond “watch and wait” — and toward measurable cardiometabolic improvement.Depending on your case, outcomes may include:
More stable blood sugar and fewer post-meal crashes
Improved lipid profiles, inflammation markers, and cardiovascular risk metrics
Increased energy, mental clarity, and stamina
Weight regulation and improved body composition
Better recovery, circulation, and metabolic flexibility
A clear path to long-term metabolic resilience — guided by data, not guesswork
Seeing your numbers shift? Been told to “watch it” — but never told what’s actually driving it?
Hormone Optimization
What is cardiometabolic health?
Do you treat high cholesterol or high blood pressure?
What testing do you use for metabolic health?
Can I work with you if I’m already on a statin or blood pressure medication?
I’ve been told my labs are “normal” — but I don’t feel well. Can you help?
What role does insulin resistance play in cardiovascular risk?
Will I have to follow a strict diet?
Do you work with people who don’t have a diagnosis yet?
How long does it take to see changes?
Is this covered by insurance?
Many of our patients aren’t waiting for a diagnosis — they’re watching for early signals that their health is shifting. They’re noticing subtle changes in energy, cognition, recovery, metabolism, or inflammation that weren’t there before.
Some are optimizing for fertility, career performance, or post-menopausal balance. Others are looking ahead — aiming to protect brain health, muscle mass, metabolic flexibility, and cardiovascular function as they age.
They want more than basic labs and vague advice.
They want to measure what matters — and intervene strategically.
Longevity isn’t built by treating aging as a diagnosis — it’s built by identifying early system shifts before they become decline.
We use clinically relevant testing — not just what insurance covers — and focus on functional patterns that impact how you feel and age, not just what fits inside a lab reference range.
Our goal isn’t to reverse aging — it’s to change how you experience it.
We focus on early detection of physiological stress patterns, system wear-down, and metabolic drift that often precede visible decline. Our care model is structured, data-driven, and physician-led — with strategies aligned to extend healthspan, not just lifespan.
Your plan may include:
Modern studies — and the recent FDA roundtable — confirm that when used appropriately, hormone therapy improves longevity, bone density, brain health, and cardiovascular resilience.
There’s a clinical difference between synthetic hormones and bioidentical therapy. We use bioidentical formulations tailored by dose, route, and need — not generic regimens
Low-dose vaginal estrogen has minimal systemic absorption. The FDA panel called current warnings misleading and unsupported — contributing to unnecessary patient harm.
Testosterone plays a critical role in women’s brain, mood, muscle, and sexual health. Despite no FDA-approved female dose, it’s clinically relevant and responsibly used in practice.
Low-dose vaginal estrogen has minimal systemic absorption. The FDA panel called current warnings misleading and unsupported — contributing to unnecessary patient harm.
Testosterone plays a critical role in women’s brain, mood, muscle, and sexual health. Despite no FDA-approved female dose, it’s clinically relevant and responsibly used in practice.
Our goal is to help patients build physiological resilience, extend their health span, and stay fully engaged in the life they want to live — with strategy, structure, and ongoing support.Depending on your case and goals, outcomes may include:
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Increased energy, focus, and cognitive stamina
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Improved muscle preservation, body composition, and recovery
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Better sleep, mood stability, and stress adaptation
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Reduced inflammatory burden and metabolic drift
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Slower biological aging markers and improved functional metrics
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A stronger foundation for healthy fertility, menopause transition, or performance longevity
These outcomes aren’t driven by guesswork — they’re built through personalized care that evolves as your physiology does.
Hormone Optimization
What does “longevity medicine” mean in your practice?
How do you measure biological aging?
Do you use peptide therapy or advanced longevity tools?
Is this just for older patients?
Do you treat perimenopause, andropause, or hormone shifts?
How is this different from “anti-aging” medicine?
Will I need advanced testing?
Can this help with brain fog or cognitive decline?
Is this model safe for people already on medication or with chronic conditions?
Is longevity care covered by insurance?
Many of our patients come in feeling mentally foggy, easily overwhelmed, or emotionally flat — despite being told their labs are fine or that it's “just stress.”
They may struggle with anxiety, low motivation, irritability, or focus issues. Others have tried multiple medications without lasting results, or have been told to exercise and manage their stress — with no deeper investigation.
We look beyond surface symptoms.
Mood, cognition, and mental stamina are often reflections of broader imbalances across hormones, neurotransmitters, inflammation, and nervous system regulation.
Mood and cognitive symptoms often reflect a deeper interaction between brain chemistry, hormone signaling, metabolic stress, and immune activity.
We use targeted testing when clinically relevant — always within the context of your full neurologic and systemic picture.
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We look at mood and cognitive symptoms as functional outputs — shaped by hormones, neurotransmitters, inflammation, and cellular health.
Our care begins with a full clinical intake, timeline analysis, and targeted testing when appropriate. We assess how stress physiology, immune activity, hormone signaling, and metabolic cofactors influence brain chemistry and nervous system regulation.
For example
Serotonin, a key neurotransmitter for mood, focus, and emotional steadiness, is synthesized from tryptophan. That pathway depends on adequate levels of B6, magnesium, methylation cofactors like SAMe, and proper gut function — since over 90% of serotonin is made in the gut.
Disruption in any of those steps — due to poor absorption, genetic SNPs (e.g. MTHFR, COMT), inflammation, or stress — can impair production, regardless of what’s happening in the brain.
This level of insight informs how we build care plans.
Nutrient repletion and neurotransmitter
HPA axis and circadian rhythm recalibration
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Hormonal optimization for mood-related shifts (e.g., thyroid, estrogen, testosterone)
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Gut-brain and neuroinflammatory regulation
Methylation and detox support when appropriate
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Real-time plan refinement based on labs and clinical response
Improved focus, memory, and processing speed
Reduced anxiety, irritability, or emotional flatness
Better sleep quality and stress recovery
Our goal is to help patients improve mental clarity, emotional steadiness, and daily resilience — by supporting the systems that regulate mood and cognition.
Fewer mood swings across the hormonal cycle
Less brain fog and cognitive fatigue throughout the day
More consistent energy, engagement, and clarity
Hormone Optimization
What kinds of symptoms do you help with?
Do I need to have a mental health diagnosis to work with you?
How is your approach different from conventional mental health care?
What kind of testing do you use?
Do you use functional or neurotransmitter testing?
Do you work with patients who have depression or anxiety?
Will I need to stop my medications?
Can this approach help with brain fog or low motivation?
What role does gut health play in mood and focus?
Is this covered by insurance?
Many of our CIRS and mold-related illness patients have seen multiple providers, ruled out major diseases, and are still left with symptoms no one can explain.
Some have been partially diagnosed or treated for mold illness — but without progress. Others have no formal diagnosis but present with the full clinical picture of CIRS or MARCoNScolonization.
These cases are complex. They require deep clinical context, pattern recognition, and strategic intervention — not protocol-based detox kits.
CIRS and MARCoNS are multi-system conditions — they don’t follow one pathway or one organ system. That’s why we evaluate each case through a layered, systems-based lens.
Key areas we may assess include:
These conditions require clinical precision, restraint, and long-range thinking. We don’t chase lab markers or follow online detox protocols. We evaluate patterns, identify system collapse points, and create a stepwise strategy based on your capacity, labs, and response.
Our approach begins with a detailed intake, exposure history, and testing when clinically appropriate. From there, we build a structured, physician-guided care plan designed to support immune regulation, inflammation resolution, and neuroendocrine recovery.
Your plan may include:
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We treat CIRS and MARCoNS as real, complex, and physiologically layered conditions.And we guide every step with medical oversight — not guesswork.
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Our goal isn’t a quick detox. It’s long-term stabilization of the systems impacted by chronic inflammatory response.Depending on your case, outcomes may include:
Improved energy, clarity, and cognitive stamina
Fewer flares, crashes, and environmental sensitivities
Reduced sinus congestion, skin issues, or histamine symptoms
Improved sleep, stress tolerance, and daily resilience
Support for hormonal, metabolic, and immune rebalancing
A return to functional baseline — guided by a structured care process
These improvements don’t happen overnight. But with the right systems supported, and the right strategy in place, regulation becomes possible.
Hormone Optimization
What is CIRS?
What are common symptoms of CIRS?
What is MARCoNS, and how is it related to CIRS?
Do you test for mold or mycotoxins?
Can CIRS be treated with supplements or detox kits?
What kind of testing might be involved?
I’ve seen doctors but still don’t feel better. Can this help?
Is this approach safe for sensitive patients?
How long does it take to feel better?
Is this covered by insurance?
Some patients recover quickly after a viral illness. Others don’t.
If you're still facing fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, gut issues, or new sensitivities weeks or months after an infection, it may be a sign of persistent immune dysregulation and mitochondrial dysfunction.
At The Functional MDs, we don’t treat symptoms in isolation. We assess how viral aftermath affects your immune system, inflammation patterns, hormone balance, mitochondrial function, and neurological signaling—and build a plan to restore balance system by system.
Many patients we see in this category come in with:
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We treat CIRS and MARCoNS as real, complex, and physiologically layered conditions.And we guide every step with medical oversight — not guesswork.
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Post-viral illness isn’t caused by one broken system—it’s the result of disrupted communication between multiple systems struggling to recalibrate. That’s why we look beyond symptoms to evaluate the root mechanisms that may be stuck in dysfunction or overload.
No two post-viral cases are the same—which is why individualized testing, timelines, and tolerance-based protocols are essential.
Our process begins by understanding what systems are still in recovery mode—and what may be stuck.
We take a phased, data-informed approach that prioritizes:
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upporting immune modulation without overactivation
We meet your system where it is—whether you’re just emerging from illness or months into lingering symptoms—and guide you forward at a pace your body can tolerate.
Our goal isn’t just to make symptoms fade. It’s to help your body regain its capacity to heal, adapt, and sustain energy—even under stress.
Depending on your individual case, outcomes may include:
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Improved energy and post-activity stamina
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Sharper memory, concentration, and cognitive function
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Reduced food, chemical, or environmental reactivity
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Stabilized mood, nervous system tone, and circadian rhythm
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Better tolerance to stress, exertion, or heat
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Relief from joint pain, nerve discomfort, or brain fog
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Rebalanced immune function and inflammatory markers
Progress is paced and personalized. We track improvements over time and adjust protocols as your system regains resilience.
Let’s map out what your system needs to fully recover—so you can move forward with clarity, energy, and strength.
Hormone Optimization
How do I know if I’m experiencing post-viral symptoms?
Do you treat long COVID?
Will I need lab testing?
How long does recovery take?
Are peptides or hormones used in recovery?
Disclaimer
The conditions listed on this page reflect areas we commonly evaluate and support using a functional and integrative medical approach. All diagnoses and treatment plans are based on a full clinical evaluation and are tailored to the individual.Some therapies referenced may involve compounded or off-label use, and are prescribed only when medically appropriate and legally permissible. We do not guarantee outcomes. All care is delivered under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Many of our patients aren’t just trying to lose weight — they’re trying to rebuild strength, reduce inflammation, and improve their metabolic set point. They’ve tried calorie cutting or intense fitness regimens, but still feel inflamed, under-recovered, or stalled.
Some are recovering from illness or hormone shifts. Others are entering a new phase of life — post-birth control, post-menopause, post-stress — and noticing changes in muscle tone, insulin sensitivity, or energy output that weren’t there before.
They want more than scale-based care. They want structure, medical insight, and a plan to rebuild from the inside out.
Body composition is influenced by more than calories or exercise. We assess the deeper systems that regulate muscle growth, fat storage, inflammation, and recovery.
We don’t guess — we look at how your systems are regulating output, recovery, and resilience.
We take a structured, medically supervised approach to weight loss, muscle support, and metabolic optimization — not crash diets or one-size plans.
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Our goal is to help patients improve body composition in a way that’s medically safe, metabolically sound, and built to last.Depending on your case and goals, outcomes may include:
Reduction in visceral fat and metabolic inflammation
Improved lean muscle mass and physical strength
Better insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control
Enhanced energy, stamina, and recovery
Healthier hormonal balance to support fat-burning and muscle-preserving states
A sustainable plan for long-term weight and muscle maintenance
This isn’t just about looking leaner. It’s about restoring how your body performs — under real clinical guidance.
Hormone Optimization
What is body recomposition?
Do you offer GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or tirzepatide?
Can I work on muscle gain without focusing on weight loss?
Do you use peptides to support muscle and metabolic health?
Will I be given a nutrition plan?
Do you assess hormones before recommending treatment?
Can I still follow your program if I have a thyroid condition or PCOS?
Will I need to exercise to see results?
How long before I notice changes in body composition?
Is this covered by insurance?
Disclaimer
The conditions listed on this page reflect areas we commonly evaluate and support using a functional and integrative medical approach. All diagnoses and treatment plans are based on a full clinical evaluation and are tailored to the individual.Some therapies referenced may involve compounded or off-label use, and are prescribed only when medically appropriate and legally permissible. We do not guarantee outcomes. All care is delivered under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Many of our patients have a history of tick exposure — or symptoms consistent with persistent infection — but haven’t gotten clear answers or sustained improvement.
Some were treated for Lyme disease with short courses of antibiotics, yet symptoms returned or evolved. Others have unexplained fatigue, joint pain, neurological symptoms, or immune dysfunction — and suspect an underlying tick-borne illness that hasn’t been fully investigated.
They may have been told "there’s nothing left to treat," or “your labs are negative.”
We approach these cases differently — by evaluating the full timeline, immune terrain, and possible co-infections with the depth they deserve.
Tick-borne illnesses don’t always follow a clear path. In some patients, symptoms may persist or evolve after initial treatment — often due to ongoing immune dysregulation, inflammatory signaling, or previously unrecognized co-infections.
We also assess overlapping factors such as environmental load, toxin burden, and chronic physiologic stress — which may amplify immune reactivity.
Many patients we see in this category come in with:
We treat CIRS and MARCoNS as real, complex, and physiologically layered conditions.And we guide every step with medical oversight — not guesswork.
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Hormone Optimization
What is Lyme disease, and how is it transmitted?
What are co-infections, and why do they matter?
I was treated for Lyme, but I still don’t feel right — why?
What testing do you offer for Lyme or tick-borne illness?
Do you treat “chronic Lyme disease”?
Can I still work with you if I’ve already done multiple treatments?
Do you prescribe antibiotics?
Do you offer a “Lyme protocol”?
How long does it take to improve when working on post-infectious or tick-borne symptoms?
Is this covered by insurance?
Disclaimer
The conditions listed on this page reflect areas we commonly evaluate and support using a functional and integrative medical approach. All diagnoses and treatment plans are based on a full clinical evaluation and are tailored to the individual.Some therapies referenced may involve compounded or off-label use, and are prescribed only when medically appropriate and legally permissible. We do not guarantee outcomes. All care is delivered under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that occur naturally in the body and help regulate essential biological functions. Certain peptides—when used responsibly under clinical supervision—may support pathways related to tissue repair, immune modulation,cognitive clarity, fat metabolism, and cellular signaling.
At The Functional MDs, we offer medically directed peptide protocols as part of a broader functional and regenerative care model. Our approach emphasizes safety, patient tolerance, and scientific nuance—not trends or hype.
Peptides are not a one-size-fits-all solution. We consider them for patients who have already optimized foundational health—but still face slow recovery, poor resilience, or limited response to traditional care.
Peptides are considered only when clinically appropriate, and always in the context of full-body care—not in isolation.
Peptides are not used to replace foundational care—they are considered when a patient’s system is ready for deeper support. When integrated appropriately,
Outcomes vary depending on your baseline health, the peptide used, and how it's integrated into your overall protocol. We never chase quick fixes—only sustainable, measurable change.
We’re here to evaluate, guide, and personalize your care at every step.
Hormone Optimization
How do peptides fit into your functional medicine model?
Are peptides safe to use long-term?
Can peptide therapy support energy, body composition, or performance?
Do you offer popular peptides like BPC-157, Semaglutide, or CJC-1295?
How do you decide if peptides are right for someone?
Will I feel the effects right away?
Is this covered by insurance?
Disclaimer
The conditions listed on this page reflect areas we commonly evaluate and support using a functional and integrative medical approach. All diagnoses and treatment plans are based on a full clinical evaluation and are tailored to the individual.Some therapies referenced may involve compounded or off-label use, and are prescribed only when medically appropriate and legally permissible. We do not guarantee outcomes. All care is delivered under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
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