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If you are not feeling good but are being told your blood work is normal, then there is a need for either more in-depth blood markers and/or a functional interpretation. If biomarkers can be managed before they fall within the pathological range, prevention can be practiced, and optimal health achieved.
Conventional medicine tends to dismiss symptoms when blood work comes back within the normal lab ranges. As Functional Medicine practitioners, we understand the importance of patients listening to these symptoms and finding issues before they become diagnosed with the disease.
The Functional Medicine model is an individualized, patient-centered, science-based approach that empowers patients and practitioners to work together to address the underlying causes of disease and promote optimal wellness. It requires a detailed understanding of each patient’s genetic, biochemical, and lifestyle factors to develop personalized treatment plans that lead to health and optimal function. We integrate both Western and Eastern medical approaches as well as nutrition, diet, and exercise. The use of functional lab testing and other diagnostic techniques facilitates finding the root of our patient’s health concerns. We incorporate the use of nutritional supplements, botanicals, herbs, healthy lifestyle recommendations, and individualized nutritional programs.
There are several lab test options that our physicians can order for you. These tests can be critical in determining the best approach for treating your symptoms and bringing you back to vibrant health. Our physicians know the importance of ordering a comprehensive blood panel or hormone panel and evaluating the results with the patient’s symptoms in mind. We interpret our findings based on functional ranges which are used to assess the risk for disease before disease develops.
The references that are provided with most laboratory test results are referred to as the “pathological range” which usually indicates the potential for pathology or disease. The purpose of functional medicine laboratory testing in our office is to evaluate nutritional, biochemical, or physiological imbalances and to determine any need for medical referral. These lab tests in our office are not intended to diagnose disease. Our office utilizes conventional lab tests as well as functional medicine assessments.
Words from our patients:
“Dr. Jarod’s functional medicine cured my IBS, and completely changed my life. I can now go out and eat at restaurants and not be paranoid about where the next restroom is!” -Kathryn M.
“Caliber wellness detected 21 markers that were not in the optimal range. I love my primary care doctor but was shocked they didn’t find any of these issues. As I did the 3-month plan my symptoms gradually reduced as the doctor told me they would. I’m so grateful to be feeling better! I highly recommend these guys; they are the best!” -Chelsea W.
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1575 Pine Ridge Rd #6, Naples, FL 34109
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