Why Functional Medicine?

• Have you been suffering with any chronic health issues?
• Is your poor health causing depression?
• Are you in need of a more proactive approach to your health concerns?
• Have you been unsuccessful with your Clinician in finding answers or finding a treatment using traditional medicine?
• Do you seek to improve your wellness with preventative, unconventional measures?
• Are you looking for alternatives to pharmaceutical medications?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then Functional Medicine may be the solution you have been searching for.

By shifting from the conventional “disease-centered” focus to a more “patient-centered” approach, the Functional Medicine specialty re-structures how healthcare & medicine are practiced. A Functional Medicine Practitioner journeys with each individual so they achieve optimal, vibrant health. They collaborate with the patient to create a custom plan that is specific to their care. This specialty takes an extensive look at many factors such as genetics, medical history, past and current lifestyle, traumas, stressors, and even the patient’s personal and professional environment in order to uncover the root cause of chronic conditions. It delves deeper into the primary causes of illness, utilizing advanced diagnostic testing (e.g., genetic testing, micronutrient testing) and personalized lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, stress management) in order to restore healthy bodily functions. With a strong focus on nutrition, patients of this care find themselves with a more well-rounded sense of vitality and a higher quality of living. Additionally, Functional Medicine visits allow for more one-on-one time with each patient and are more involved than those appointments of the revolving door in a conventional medicine structure.

Essentially, Functional Medicine is seen as a specialized application of Integrative Medicine, particularly focused on addressing chronic disease. Subsequently, that patient-specific treatment plan is tailored for each individual. This specialized practice is ideal for those who desire a more personalized type of healthcare where lifestyle, in its entirety, is improved, as opposed to only having one’s symptoms managed. Notably, those who struggled to find answers to their health concerns with their regular doctors, have greatly benefitted from the Functional Medicine standard.

A few examples of patient concerns that can benefit from Functional Medicine are as follows:

• Autoimmune Conditions
• Digestive Disorders
• Hormonal Imbalances
• Chronic Fatigue
• Weight Struggles & Much More

What to Expect:

• Comprehensive health evaluations
• Personalized nutrition & lifestyle plans
• Ongoing support & follow-up care

Get to the Root of Your Health Concerns with Functional Medicine!
Let us take our personalized, science-based approach to your chronic health issues by identifying and treating the root cause—not just the symptoms.

Optimal Health and Wellness Center is honored to be able to provide this type of specialized care at both our Goodyear and Glendale locations.

Led by Dr. Cynthia Reed D.O. —a certified Functional Medicine Provider—our Goodyear team focuses on whole-body healing, hormone balance, and long-term wellness. For those whose proximity is nearest to our Glendale location, you will find yourself in the capable hands of our Family Nurse Practitioner, Mitzi Schardt.