Jennifer Engels, MD

Information for Patients

Description of My Practice

Our approach encompasses a comprehensive array of strategies, ranging from hormone optimization and genetic testing to nutritional counseling, lifestyle adjustments, and cutting-edge regenerative medicine procedures. Our personalized treatments are designed to guide you towards looking and feeling like your best self.

Practitioner Type

• Health Coach
• Medical Doctor

From the practitioner: About My Practice

Transforming your midlife into the most fulfilling chapter of your life is the core focus of my uniquely tailored practice, grounded in a holistic medical approach. I specialize in functional medicine and hormone optimization, specifically catering to the needs of middle-aged individuals. The journey to your best self involves three seamless steps. Firstly, a Free Discovery Call allows me to understand your health concerns and aspirations. Secondly, our Foundational Assessment employs advanced lab testing to unravel the root causes of your health issues. Lastly, the implementation of a Personalized Treatment Plan unfolds, where we collaborate closely to help you achieve your health goals.

From the practitioner: What Patients Can Expect

At WeCare Frisco, the focus is on addressing the challenges of aging and unexpected health issues. Common concerns such as hormone imbalances, fatigue, weight gain, low libido, chronic pain, poor sleep, brain fog, memory issues, low energy, thyroid problems, or osteoporosis are all areas of expertise. The approach to healthcare is proactive and personalized, with an emphasis on precision medicine. The process begins with a thorough subjective analysis to understand each individual's unique health experiences and challenges. This is followed by an objective analysis involving in-depth lab testing to identify potential triggers contributing to health imbalances. Finally, a personalized treatment plan is developed to address specific needs.

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
• Toxins & Detoxification
• Women’s & Men’s Hormonal Health

Medical Specialties

• Alternative Medicine
• Botanical Medicine
• Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
• Functional Medicine
• Gastroenterology
• Health Coaching
• Lifestyle Medicine
• Nutrition

Medical Conditions

• Aging
• Allergies
• Arthritis
• Autoimmune Disease
• Chronic Disease
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Diabetes
• Digestive disorders
• Fatigue
• Female Disorders
• Gluten Sensitivity
• Insomnia and Sleep Disorders
• Male disorders
• Metabolic Syndrome (pre-diabetes, insulin resistance)
• Migraines and Headaches
• Stress-related Conditions
• Thyroid, adrenal and other hormonal disorders
• Weight or Metabolism concerns

Languages Spoken

• English

Graduate School Education

Received a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. Completed an Internal Medicine Internship at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas. Completed a Diagnostic Radiology residency at UT Southwestern in Dallas. Completed a Women's Imaging Fellowship at UTSW. Received Certification from the Institute for Functional Medicine. American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine Fellowship, all modules completed.

Degree

MD, IFMCP

Professional Associations

Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM), American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute (PLMI), American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM)

Board Certification

Diagnostic Radiology

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