Functional Medicine

Functional medicine is a patient-centered, root-cause approach to healthcare. Instead of just treating symptoms, it looks at why those symptoms are happening in the first place—and how different systems in the body are connected.

Is Functional Medicine Right For You?

What Functional Medicine Focuses On:

Root causes, not just diagnoses
The whole person: gut, hormones, immune system, metabolism, nervous system
How lifestyle, nutrition, stress, sleep, genetics, and environment affect health
Personalized care—no one-size-fits-all plans

How It Differs From Conventional Medicine:

Conventional medicine often asks: “What drug or treatment fixes this symptom?”
Functional medicine asks: “Why is this symptom happening, and what’s out of balance?”

What a Functional Medicine Visit Usually Includes:

Longer, in-depth appointments
Detailed health history and lifestyle review
Specialized lab testing (when appropriate)
Customized plans using nutrition, supplements, movement, stress support, and targeted therapies

Common Conditions People Seek Functional Medicine For:

Digestive issues
Hormone imbalances
Fatigue or brain fog
Autoimmune conditions
Inflammation and chronic pain
Weight or metabolic concerns

Healthcare that asks why—and treats the whole you.

Think of functional medicine as connecting the dots between symptoms, systems, and lifestyle—then building a plan that supports the body’s ability to heal and function optimally.

Meet the Provider

Dr. Abby Ricketts

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