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Functional Medicine determines how and why illness occurs and restores health by addressing the root causes of disease for each individual.
IFM's Certification Program
Our educators bring in-depth knowledge and clinical experience honed by years of practice and scholarship in core, science-based concepts, tools, and applications.
IFM's Foundational Course
IFM sets the gold standard for Functional Medicine education and training. Learn to Apply Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice at AFMCP this September in Seattle or Online.
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Functional Medicine News, Clinical Pearls, and Research
Exclusive Q&A with Dr. Joel Evans on His Experience With Functional Medicine
Q&A with Dr. Joel Evans about his path to practicing Functional Medicine and about the dedicated, whole-person care he provides to his patients.
Read MoreNutrition for Improved Liver Function | The Detox Food Plan
Many foods can upregulate the body’s natural processes of eliminating chemicals, toxins, and drugs. How can IFM’s Detox Food Plan benefit patients?
Read MoreThe Gut-Brain Axis & Systems Biology
The gut-brain axis is the bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain, which occurs through multiple pathways that include hormonal, neural, and immune mediators. Interestingly, the signals along this axis can originate in the gut, the brain, or both, with the objective of maintaining normal gut function and appropriate behavior.
Read MoreExclusive Q&A with Dr. Joel Evans on His Experience With Functional Medicine
Q&A with Dr. Joel Evans about his path to practicing Functional Medicine and about the dedicated, whole-person care he provides to his patients.
Read MoreNutrition for Improved Liver Function | The Detox Food Plan
Many foods can upregulate the body’s natural processes of eliminating chemicals, toxins, and drugs. How can IFM’s Detox Food Plan benefit patients?
Read MoreThe Gut-Brain Axis & Systems Biology
The gut-brain axis is the bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain, which occurs through multiple pathways that include hormonal, neural, and immune mediators. Interestingly, the signals along this axis can originate in the gut, the brain, or both, with the objective of maintaining normal gut function and appropriate behavior.
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The Most Comprehensive Functional Medicine Training & Education Available
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice®, September 2019 (AFMCP)
Seattle, WA
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice®, September 2019 (AFMCP) Online
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice®, September 2019 (AFMCP)
Seattle, WA
Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules®(APM) GI 2019
Scottsdale, AZ
Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules®(APM) Biotransformation (formerly Detox*) 2019
Scottsdale, AZ
Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules®(APM) Cardiometabolic 2020
Rancho Mirage, CA
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice®, September 2019 (AFMCP)
Seattle, WA
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Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice®, September 2019 (AFMCP)
Seattle, WA
Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules®(APM) GI 2019
Scottsdale, AZ
Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules®(APM) Biotransformation (formerly Detox*) 2019
Scottsdale, AZ
Functional Medicine Practitioners
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Our educational program has been developed by the premier thought leaders in the industry. LEARN MORE