How We  Address the Root Cause of Your Symptoms and Restore Your Health

We Offer Three Different Wellness Programs to Help You Attain Your Goals

We believe restoring your health and vitality are central to living a long and happy life. How you choose to live each day is extremely important.  If you are tired of feeling ill and want to commit to your best life, give us a call today. Let’s transform your health with an individualized wellness program that will put you in control of your healing.

# 1 – “I’ve already done that…”

We frequently hear this from our patients during our discovery calls. What patients don’t realize is that Functional Medicine practitioners are trained to find the root cause of an illness. They do this by spending time with their patients and taking a very careful history. This history is not limited to their previous health. It also includes their genetics, environment, social network, belief systems, and many other crucial but often overlooked factors. One of these factors frequently plays a role in chronic illness. Functional Medicine practitioners also use the latest, proven Functional Medicine lab testing which is not found in the conventional medicine world. It is quite possible there are still many aspects of your health that have not been fully explored.

# 2 – “My doctor diagnosed me with…”

The practice of conventional medicine versus functional medicine are completely different. Conventional medicine focuses on symptoms that make up a disease. It advocates the same treatment for all who have been diagnosed with a given disease. Functional Medicine is focused on the root cause of your personal health issues and provides a specialized plan of treatment for each patient. The functional medicine approach will also be more focused on your long-term health. 

# 3 – “Maybe next month when things slow down a bit…”

If you are healthy, you will have more freedom to do the things you enjoy most. And, if you want to feel better, investing your time is the most important thing you can do for your health. Our goal is to make your course of treatment go as smoothly as possible. If your schedule is tight we will accommodate you by offering the option of doing telephone or video consultations. We feel that by offering you the support and guidance you need, we will save you hours spent waiting in doctor’s offices or pouring through medical literature looking for the right treatment. 

# 4 – “Functional Medicine doctors are so expensive…”

This may not be as true as you think it is when considering the current crisis our health care industry is in. People are becoming more and more ill, requiring more and more office visits, with prescriptions for more and more medication. Functional Medicine is the most affordable healthcare available because it seeks to optimize your body’s natural functions so that it can heal itself and work at its best ability. In the long run this demonstrates significant cost savings to both the patient and the healthcare system. Even if you have met your deductible for the year, how many times will you have to be seen and how many more years will you have to meet your deductible before you finally feel better? Functional Medicine teaches you independent life skills which make your health care cheaper over a lifetime. If your illness is concealed with medication you will eventually require more tests and medications as you become more symptomatic.

# 5 – “I can figure this out on my own…”

There is no limit to the medical information you can find if you look for it.  But the medical information you find will be nonspecific. It won’t tell you anything about what is unique about you. And what is unique about you may be what is keeping you from healing. Functional Medicine providers specialize in the ability to find the root cause of your health problem. They will order functional lab testing that will yield more information than you or your conventional doctor will ever know. As well, they teach you life skills while providing you support that will allow your body to begin to heal.

Can we work together remotely?

Yes! With the exception of a blood draw, all lab test kits can be mailed to you and performed in the privacy of your own home. You will mail back your sample(s) to the lab in the packages they provide. Once we receive your results from the lab, we will email you a brief video interpretation of your results followed by a one hour appointment to go over them in greater detail. Appointments with a Functional Medicine Center of Montana provider can be done from the comfort of your own home or office via phone or Zoom from virtually anywhere in the world.

Is lab testing necessary for the program?

Yes! Labs are an essential process to uncover subtle metabolic flaws and micronutrient deficiencies so we can get to the root cause of your health issues. Labs provide valuable information about the intricate workings of your body. They give answers to your questions of why you are ill.

How much do lab fees cost?

The information you provide at our initial meeting will help determine what lab work is necessary. Although we do not process medical insurance, many of the lab companies we use will. You also have our promise of direct-lab wholesale pricing on all lab tests ordered. On average, you can expect to spend between $500-$1500 for initial testing. Frequently it is also wise to run follow-up testing so we we can monitor your progress.

Do you offer financing?

Yes we do! Functional Medicine Center of Montana is enrolled with AccessOne Medcard. 

Do you offer a family discount?

Yes! We offer a 10% discount for each immediate family member (spouse and children under 18.)

How long does it take to heal?

There are many factors involved in determining how long it will take an individual to heal.  Your ability to heal depends on your level of participation and commitment, your individual health issues and your current state of vitality. It is important to remember that just as it takes most people years to become ill, it will take time to heal.  Each individual is unique in their history, how they acquired their illness and how they will heal. We would like to allow your recovery to unfold naturally as your body permits.  No matter how long it takes, we are here to support you throughout your healing journey.

Can we continue working together when the program is over?

Yes! Although we want to provide you with everything you need to continue your healing once you are finished with your medical program, many patients realize a healthy mind, body, and spirit is priceless, and find comfort and value in continuing with ongoing support from our team. We will make it easy and affordable for you should you decide to continue. Our goal is to provide you with the support you need to facilitate your goals.

Regardless of what you choose, you will have lifetime access to our interactive online Functional Medicine Center of Montana community so you can collaborate with other heart-centered health-seekers. You will also have access to our online workshops, webinars and self-care courses.

After practicing in a conventional medicine setting for over 20 years, I felt there had to be a better approach to take in treating my patients. I wanted to utilize a patient treatment model that acknowledges each person as an individual where their genetics, environment, personal interactions and nutrition all affect well-being. I designed the Functional Medicine Center of Montana with the belief that this model of healthcare is the most patient-centered, science-based, comprehensive and complete healthcare available. I am committed to listening to your unique story as you begin your journey to optimal wellness.

Set up a time to speak with a Functional Medicine Center of Montana provider and let’s figure out if working with us is the right next step for you.