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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.
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IFM sets the gold standard for Functional Medicine education and training, synthesizing the latest medical research with a personalized, effective model of care.
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The Most Comprehensive Functional Medicine Training & Education Available
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice, October 2018 (AFMCP) – $500 Discount
Washington, DC
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice, October 2018 (AFMCP) – $500 Discount
Washington, DC
GI Advanced Practice Module 2018 (APM)
Nashville, TN
Detox Advanced Practice Module 2018 (APM)
Nashville, TN
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice, March 2019 (AFMCP)
Chicago, IL
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice, October 2018 (AFMCP) – $500 Discount
Washington, DC
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Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice, October 2018 (AFMCP) – $500 Discount
Washington, DC
GI Advanced Practice Module 2018 (APM)
Nashville, TN
Detox Advanced Practice Module 2018 (APM)
Nashville, TN
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Functional Medicine News, Clinical Pearls, & Research at Your Fingertips
Functional Medicine Tools Improve Patient Compliance
If you are frequently frustrated by patients who don't stick with prescribed treatments, you’re not alone. Two important strategies for managing chronic disease are adherence to treatment and sustained, health-related lifestyle changes; however, research suggests that approximately 50% of patients with chronic conditions do not adhere to treatment. Read More
Alternatives to Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain
“For millions of people across the globe, excruciating pain is an inescapable reality of life,” writes Allyn L. Taylor, in an article published in The Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics. Does it have to be this way? Read More
The Importance of Digestion in Chronic Disease
Close to 100 million Americans suffer from some form of digestive problem. How can practitioners incorporate new research on barrier integrity, digestion, absorption, gut flora, and nutritional insufficiencies in the diagnosis and management of patients with digestive dysfunction and chronic diseases? Read More
A Path to Achieving Financial Freedom
“I’ve worked with several financial planning firms in the last two decades, and a solid financial planner can help you develop a detailed plan. I’ll review the basics so you can see what areas you may need to focus on.” – Dan Kalish, My Practice Plan Read More