About Functional Medicine
Functional medicine focuses on the partnership between provider and patient, aiming to find and address the root cause of illness. This approach involves setting personalized health goals and building sustainable habits in key areas: eating, exercising, sleeping and managing stress. By working together, patients and providers create a plan that supports long-term wellness, empowering individuals to take control of their health.
About Me
Hi! I’m Michael Franklin, a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with a background in emergency medicine and a passion for healing people through functional medicine. I’ve witnessed firsthand the limitations of mainstream medicine through my experiences as a nurse and With families whose children had emotional and behavioral challenges, . This frustration led me to explore alternative approaches, and I discovered the transformative power of functional medicine. Now, my mission is to share this approach with anyone looking for sustainable results. Placing high value on the importance of lifestyle changes such as movement, nutrition, sleep and stress management, I work collaboratively with families to uncover and address the root causes of ilnesses.
FAQ
1. Are your services and labs covered by insurance? Unfortunately we do not accept insurance for the services we offer however we do offer payment plans. While some of the basic labs may be covered by your insurance, more comprehensive testing may not. We can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance provider.
2. Is functional medicine evidence-based? Functional medicine incorporates both conventional medicine and alternative therapies both of which are rooted in scientific evidence.
3. Do we need to maintain a relationship with a primary care provider. Yes, in fact we are open to and encourage collaboration with your primary care provider.
4. Will my child be required to have blood drawn? While it is beneficial to look at basic labs, we can forgo them if it causes excessive stress to your child. There are other lab tests utilizing urine and stool samples.
5. What if my child refuses to change their habits? We encourage tiny improvements over time so they can be easier to adjust and more long lasting. We also recommend the entire family making positive changes along with the child’s as they can benefit everyone’s well being.
Testimonials
At first, I used Mike for a whole body functional medicine approach to have a more active lifestyle and hold me accountable. However, when I got pregnant shortly after a miscarriage my goals changed and he helped me get through my body changes with good supplements that helped nausea and cramping as well as my anxiety. He was always available for any questions I had. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to try a natural functional medicine route. He treats you as a whole person: body, mind and soul! As a dietitian myself I stand behind his whole foods approach.