Functional Medicine
Functional medicine is an approach to healthcare that focuses on treating the root causes of health issues rather than just addressing the symptoms. Similar in nature to Chinese medicine.
In functional medicine, the goal is to understand how these different factors interact and affect a person's health. By doing so, your providers can develop personalized treatment plans that address the underlying imbalances or dysfunctions in the body. This may involve a combination of therapies, including nutrition, exercise, stress reduction techniques, herbs and supplements.
The aim of functional medicine is to restore and optimize the body's natural balance, allowing it to heal itself and promoting long-term health and well-being. It also emphasizes the importance of a strong patient-practioner partnership, where the practitioner acts as a guide, helping individuals take an active role in their own healthcare journey.
Overall, functional medicine takes a holistic and individualized approach to healthcare, focusing on treating the whole person rather than just isolated symptoms. It aims to empower individuals to make positive lifestyle changes and create sustainable habits that support their overall health and vitality.
Dr. Sara Poldmae provides a unique approach to functional medicine. She combines over 20 years of experience in natural medicine, training as Chinese herbalist and acupuncturist, and training in Mind Body medicine at Harvard, to bring profound changes for her patients.