Emily Gavel

Information for Patients

Description of My Practice

Direct primary care to promote wellness through a therapeutic relationship between patient and provider. At the heart of our approach is root cause medicine, assessing and exploring the cause of the dis-ease. We employ multiple modalities, including conventional and functional medicine to reestablish the natural order of health.

Type of Care I Provide

• Primary Care / GP

Practitioner Type

• Nurse Practitioner

From the practitioner: About My Practice

At Native Health Primary Care, we embrace the swiftly evolving landscape of Functional Medicine. Our approach is tailored to each individual, recognizing the uniqueness of every person's health journey. By addressing the underlying causes and restoring balance, we empower you to achieve and maintain optimal wellness.

Health Concerns

• Adrenal, Thyroid, & Pituitary Health
• Bone, Skin, & Muscle Health
• Cardiovascular Health
• Dementia & Cognitive Decline
• Food Sensitivities, Intolerances, & Allergies
• Gut & Microbiome Health
• Immune Health & Autoimmunity
• Infections & COVID-19
• Mental Health
• Nutrition, Health, & Wellness
• Toxins & Detoxification

Medical Specialties

• General Practice

Medical Conditions

• Autoimmune Disease
• Cardiovascular disorders
• Chronic Disease
• Diabetes
• Digestive disorders
• Female Disorders
• Gluten Sensitivity
• Hypertension
• Metabolic Syndrome (pre-diabetes, insulin resistance)
• Stress-related Conditions
• Thyroid, adrenal and other hormonal disorders
• Weight or Metabolism concerns

Languages Spoken

• English

Graduate School Education

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Degree

MSN, FNP-C

Professional Associations

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Treasure Coast Nurse Practitioners Network, Institute for Functional Medicine

Board Certification

Family Nurse Practitioner- Certified

IFM Coursework

• Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice
• Bioenergetics (formerly Energy) Advanced Practice Module
• Cardiometabolic Advanced Practice Module
• Environmental Health (formerly Detox) Advanced Practice Module
• GI Advanced Practice Module
• Hormone Advanced Practice Module
• Immune Advanced Practice Module