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Kristi Hughes, ND, IFMCP, FMCHC
Educator Profile

Kristi Hughes, ND, IFMCP, FMCHC

Affiliated with IFM since
2011
Practicing since
1997
Affiliation(s)
Functional Medicine Naturopathic Practitioner, DocereVita, Inc
Industry Consultant for KBMO Laboratory, NutriDyn, NutriDyn UK, Calroy, Ananda Professional, and The Nutrition Collective
Educator for IFM Courses: AFMCP

Kristi Hughes, ND, IFMCP, FMCHC, has dedicated her professional path to the study and practice of natural medicine since 1997. Dr Kristi’s educational and clinical offerings embrace a root-cause care approach to post-pandemic viral fatigue syndromes, autoimmune challenges, personalized nutrigenomics, and lifestyle coaching, and she provides patient advocacy for those dealing with chronic diseases striving to get the most out of their healthcare.

For more than 25 years, her consulting business and participation in medical education events have taken her around the world, where she is recognized for her skills in teaching the art and science of medicine. Dr. Kristi is an industry consultant and medical educator, and she serves on the science board for KBMO Diagnostics, Ananda Professional, Calroy Nutraceuticals, NutriDyn, and NutriDyn Europe.

Dr. Kristi can be seen on the stage in various international educational events, is active on podcasts, and sits on the steering committee for The Nutrition Collective based in London. Dr. Kristi is IFM core faculty for AFMCP and advanced clinical facilitations, served as a director of medical education at IFM, and was engaged in the development of medical education and nutrition-oriented resources along with practice implementation and clinical tools for patient education.

As an original advisory board member, faculty, and 2021 FMCA graduate, she remains engaged in the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy to this day. She participates in educational events, conferences, and summits around the world that support the growth of natural medicine, health coaching, and lifestyle care. 

Education
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, 1997
National College of Naturopathic Medicine | Portland, OR
Licenses and Certification
Functional Medicine Coaching Academy | 2021
IFMCP | Institute for Functional Medicine | 2016
Naturopathic Practitioner – Minnesota | 1997