Fatima Vilich, MD

Information for Patients

Description of My Practice

I am MD ,practicing for 41 years, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and I find root causes of chronic diseases (hormonal imbalances, infections, nutrient deficiencies , toxins) I treat them in natural nontoxic ways ( nutrition ,bio identical hormones, supplements) . I treat kids and adults and help them achieve long vibrant life

Type of Care I Provide

• Nutrition Professional
• Other
• Primary Care / GP

Practitioner Type

• General Practitioner
• Medical Doctor
• Nutrition Professional

From the practitioner: About My Practice

I am passionate about finding a root cause of chronic disease ( autoimmune , chronic pain, lacking energy, unable to digest food, not sleeping well ,feeling depressed or anxious, gaining weight and loosing memory and zest for life).I treat adults and a kids (ADHD/Autism Spectrum ).My goal is to heal the gut,replenish bio identical hormones and prevent aging ,treat infections (Lyme , viral , bacterial, fungal),remove toxins and food allergens. I strive to identify a person's genetics ( APOE, MTHFR etc)I test for cognitive decline and apply dr Bredesen's protocol for prevention and treatment of early Alzheimer disease. I use natural therapies to strengthen innate immune system to be able to fight COVID 19 and long COVID and other infections.

From the practitioner: What Patients Can Expect

I educate and empower individuals to become active participants in their own healing. They will learn how nutrition,activity and supplements can help them stay young and healthy.I take comprehensive health history, analyze patients genetics , nutrient deficiencies, hormone levels,food sensitivities,digestive function , infections, toxins ( molds, heavy metals,glyphosite etc) I recommend natural modalities that will complement their genetics and nutrient deficiencies and luck of hormones,and botanicals for infections. I recommend what foods are beneficial for particular patient ,foods that will nourish them, decrease inflammation and improve hormone production and add to their memory , energy and improve their looks and slow their aging.

Health Concerns

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

Medical Specialties

• Anesthesiology
• Functional Medicine

Medical Conditions

• Aging
• Allergies
• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Autoimmune Disease
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular disorders
• Chronic Disease
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Chronic Pain
• Depression, Anxiety or Bipolar Disorder
• Diabetes
• Digestive disorders
• Eating Disorders
• Fatigue
• Female Disorders
• Fibromyalgia
• Gluten Sensitivity
• Hypertension
• Infections (acute and chronic low-grade such as Lyme, Candidiasis etc.)
• Insomnia and Sleep Disorders
• Male disorders
• Mercury and Heavy Metal Toxicity
• Metabolic Syndrome (pre-diabetes, insulin resistance)
• Migraines and Headaches
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Neurodegenerative disorders
• Skin Disorders
• Stress-related Conditions
• Thyroid, adrenal and other hormonal disorders
• Weight or Metabolism concerns

Languages Spoken

• Bosnian
• English

Graduate School Education

Medical School Sarajevo Bosnia and Hercegovina, Northwestern University Chicago/Residence in Anesthesiology, Children Memorial Hospital/fellowship in pediatric anesthesiology . IFM /Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner

Degree

MD, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner

Professional Associations

Institute For Functional Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, International Hormone Society,American Academy of Anti Aging Medicine

Board Certification

Functional Medicine, Anesthesiology, Pediatric Anesthesiology

IFM Coursework

• Advanced Clinical Training: Reversing Cognitive Decline
• 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