Course

Introduction to Functional Medicine 

Learn new tools for treating common conditions

On-Demand
Up to 1.5 CME/CE
$0.00

Explore the Fundamentals of Functional Medicine

Every patient manifests imbalances and symptoms in a unique way, and figuring out the root cause is a lot like detective work. In the “Introduction to Functional Medicine” course, clinicians can learn more about the tools and strategies involved in the functional medicine approach.
100%
online & on-demand
60
days to complete course
1.5
CME/CE credit max

Explore a personalized patient experience that treats the root causes of disease

Foundational concepts of functional medicine, including a focus on personalized nutrition and modifiable lifestyle factors can be incorporated into any clinical setting.

Learning Objectives

In Introduction to Functional Medicine, you will learn to:

  • Collect and interpret a thorough clinical history using the Functional Medicine Timeline with antecedents, triggers, and mediators. 
  • Differentiate between and select tests for food allergy, food intolerance, and food sensitivity. 
  • Recognize the many potential causes of depression. 
  • Apply a multifactorial analysis of depression symptoms in a particular case. 
  • Synthesize information using the Functional Medicine Matrix to identify root causes and appropriate interventions.
Doctor demonstrating to students a case study similar to the case studies found in the Introduction to Functional Medicine course.

An Effective, Evidence-Based Approach to Care

Case study presentations demonstrate the impact of functional medicine. This interactive course shows you how functional medicine tools and resources can be adapted and applied in real-world scenarios.
Practitioners who utilize functional medicine in their practice through courses like Introduction to Functional Medicine have noticed improvements in the quality of care.
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Functional medicine has expanded my knowledge and confidence in providing quality medical care”

— 2021 AFMCP Attendee

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Lifestyle: The Foundations of Functional Medicine
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Participate in Accredited Functional Medicine Training

Direct accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) ensures IFM’s training meets rigorous standards for educational excellence and is relevant to clinicians’ needs, evidence-based, evaluated for its effectiveness, and independent of commercial influence.
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CME /CE Credit Information

The CME/CE option is intended for clinicians who need to fulfill continuing education requirements. If you do not need CME/CE credits, you may purchase the non-CME option.

The CME/CE Credit Option is non-refundable. This option ensures your certificate of completion will indicate CME/CE hours of participation. Please note:

  • Learners who do not complete within the time frame provided will lose access to all course materials and CME/CE credit. 
  • No partial CME/CE credit will be awarded.

The Institute for Functional Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

  • MD/DO: The Institute for Functional Medicine designates this enduring material activity for 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • Nursing Professional: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accept contact hours approved through ACCME.
  • PA: The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts contact hours approved through ACCME.
  • RD: The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) accepts contact hours approved through ACCME.
  • Other: For information on applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity, please consult your professional licensing board or other credentialing organization regarding the acceptance of contact hours through ACCME-accredited organizations. Please contact IFM with any further questions.
     

*CME/CE credits are subject to change.

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Course Policy

  • Your course will be delivered electronically to your online account directly upon purchase.
  • You will have access to the course for 60 days from the date of purchase.
  • The course video and audio are only available to stream and cannot be downloaded.
  • You will have access to downloadable slides and other resources.
  • For courses that qualify for Continuing Medical Education (“CME”) credits, to receive CME credits, you must complete any required course evaluation(s) and a timecard by the stated deadline within the course. Where applicable, course evaluation and timecard instructions will be emailed to you.

Cancellation Policy

*Given the nature of digital items, refunds or credits on this purchase are not permitted.
Cancellation Request Received Eligible Refund
Anytime after purchase* No refund allowed

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Frequently Asked Questions

More Information About Introduction to Functional Medicine

This interactive course with two patient cases provides the tools to effectively connect with patients, educate them about lifestyle interactions, and apply core functional medicine principles and techniques to restore health.

1.5 hours of highly interactive video and audio available for 60 days from date of purchase.

No, however you will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Learners are provided access to downloadable slides and other resources.

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