Regenerative medicine is a revolutionary field at the forefront of biomedical research, aiming to harness the body's own regenerative capabilities to restore or replace damaged tissues and organs. It encompasses a diverse range of approaches, from stem cell therapy and tissue engineering to gene editing techniques. The ultimate goal is to develop innovative treatments for conditions that currently have limited options, such as heart disease, spinal cord injuries, and degenerative disorders like Parkinson's disease. By unlocking the potential of cells and biological processes, regenerative medicine offers promising prospects for improving quality of life and addressing medical challenges that have long seemed insurmountable.
Includes the development and use of materials and substances that interact with biological systems to support tissue regeneration or enhance healing processes.
Uses the body's immune system to target and destroy diseased or abnormal cells, such as cancer cells. This approach may involve modifying immune cells or using antibodies to enhance immune responses.
Involves modifying a patient's genes to treat or prevent disease. It can include replacing mutated genes with healthy ones, turning off genes that cause disease, or introducing new genes to enhance the body's ability to fight disease.
Involves creating artificial tissues and organs in the laboratory using a combination of cells, biomaterial scaffolds, and biochemical factors. These engineered tissues can be used to replace damaged tissues or organs.
Involves isolating and concentrating platelets from the patient's own blood, which are then injected into injured areas to accelerate healing and tissue repair.
Utilizes stem cells, which have the potential to differentiate into various cell types, to promote tissue regeneration. Stem cells can be derived from various sources, such as bone marrow, adipose tissue (fat), or umbilical cord blood.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) joint injections represent an innovative approach within regenerative medicine aimed at treating joint injuries and osteoarthritis. PRP is derived from the patient's own blood and contains a concentrated mix of platelets, growth factors, and proteins that promote healing and tissue regeneration. When injected into damaged joints such as knees, shoulders, or hips, PRP works by stimulating the body's natural repair processes, reducing inflammation, and potentially slowing down the progression of arthritis. This minimally invasive treatment option has gained popularity due to its potential to alleviate pain, improve joint function, and enhance overall mobility without the risks associated with surgery or long-term medication use.
Functional medicine delves into the HOW and WHY of disease development, striving to reinstate well-being by tackling the UNDERLYING CAUSES unique to each individual.
I begin by examining your medical history and symptoms from a distinct perspective compared to traditional doctors. Employing the Functional Matrix, I organize your health narrative, enabling me to pinpoint crucial areas of dysfunction and imbalance that can be rectified. While conventional medicine tends to classify and label symptoms for diagnosis, aiming to match them with prescriptions or rehabilitative treatments, functional medicine takes a proactive approach by investigating upstream causes and alleviating inflammatory influences in the body. My objective is straightforward: enhance your quality of life, alleviate the burden of prescriptions, and impart knowledge on how to sustain optimal health.
Ready to embark on this journey? Fantastic! Success in any treatment plan hinges on motivation. Yet, the true enchantment lies in our collaboration. While my teaching and medical approach might not suit everyone, our partnership is key.
Functional medicine views a patient's health through the prism of inflammation. Together, we target and eliminate factors that ignite inflammation while restoring your physiological biochemistry for optimal functioning
While a functional holistic approach can benefit most diagnoses or conditions, I commonly address:
With a background in both family practice and functional medicine, I can provide comprehensive explanations of the labs you've obtained from your primary care doctor.
Should your goals require specialized functional testing, I've partnered with amazing companies like: ZRT labs, Vibrant America, Great Plains, 3x4 Genetics, and Access Medical (to name a few). These partnerships facilitate Organic Amino Acid testing, Comprehensive Stool Evaluation, and salivary measurements of cortisol and hormones, among other tests. All these assessments are easily conducted at home, offering the convenience of FedEx and UPS shipping labels and containers.
I help to determine the precise vitamins or supplements necessary for your needs, eliminating unnecessary ones. While tailored guidance on food and lifestyle adjustments forms the core of treatment, some individuals may require temporary or long-term supplementation due to unique genetic limitations, digestion issues, or micronutrient deficiencies. In such cases, I grant access to prescription-grade supplements through my FullScript dispensary, having rigorously vetted companies with the highest purity and third-party quality certification.
Ordering through my recommended prescription service ensures discounted pricing from the MRSP. However, it's advisable to allocate approximately $200-300 for supplement costs during the initial months of recovery.
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Your healthcare is a team effort, and Functional Medicine plays a different position on this “team.” My mission is to educate you on your body’s signals and help you reach your goals as an ongoing consultant. Typical results are achieved from 3-6 months of dedicated collaboration.
I require that all patients retain a primary care provider to handle ordering of important screening tests (like mammograms, colonoscopies, etc). As a consultant, I do not provide urgent/same-day care that might require immediate assistance or hospitalization. If permitted, I’ll happily communicate our findings to your PCP to provide a seamless approach to your overall healthcare.
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