Frequently Asked Questions

Functional medicine takes a comprehensive approach to prevention, health, and well-being. It treats root causes of disease and restores healthy function through a personalized patient experience — all while being a vital partner to conventional medicine.

When you work with a functional medicine practitioner, you can expect to feel seen and heard. A large part of functional medicine involves understanding who you are as an individual, your detailed personal and family history, the circumstances around your first symptoms, and the experiences you may have had with other healthcare providers.

A comprehensive approach to health and well-being

• From chronic illness to disease prevention, functional medicine systematically addresses the unique physical, mental, and emotional needs of all patients.
• Physicians bring together a wide complement of modern scientific tools, including a deep understanding of biology, physiology, genetics, social and environmental determinants of health, and the vital connection between mental and physical well-being.
• By understanding each patient’s genetic, environmental, and lifestyle influences, functional medicine delivers transformative care to promote optimal health and well-being.

A collaborative Physician-Patient relationship

• Functional medicine fosters a collaborative relationship that empowers patients to take control of their health.
• Practitioners are trained to ask thorough questions and listen to their patients to better
  understand the full context of their lives and uncover the root causes of their symptoms.
• Patients and practitioners work together to develop a personalized approach to care, prioritizing lifestyle changes and individualized interventions.

A personalized treatment plan focused on root causes

• As a patient-centered practice, functional medicine provides the framework to identify and treat the root causes of disease, not just the symptoms.
• Functional medicine asks how and why illness occurs and strives to restore optimal health by addressing the specific underlying dysfunctions.
• It is this combination of focusing on individual patients and applying a comprehensive treatment path that delivers transformational results.

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

•  Aging
• Allergies
• Arthritis
• Autoimmune Disease
• Cardiovascular disorders
• Chronic Disease
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Chronic Pain
• Depression, Anxiety or Bipolar Disorder
• Diabetes
• Digestive 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
• Neurodegenerative disorders
• Skin Disorders
• Stress-related Conditions
• Thyroid, adrenal and other hormonal disorders
• Weight or Metabolism concerns

Dr. Bentley understands that health is an invaluable investment. By partnering with her, you embark on a journey toward sustainable well-being. Her personalized approach goes beyond merely treating immediate concerns, with a focus on root cause medicine, preventive measures and lifestyle adjustments that contribute to a vibrant and fulfilling life.  Consultations and appointments are conveniently done online.  Additionally, most diagnostic testing such as blood draws can be done in the comfort of your own home.

It all starts with an initial consultation. Dr. Bentley will discuss your health history and formulate a tentative assessment and plan.  If the fit is right for both parties, you will work together over the course of one year to restore and/or optimize your health.

Please note:  Elite clients are referral only.  

Online Healthcare Portal for established patients:

https://drbentley.mybodysite.com

https://www.ifm.org/practitioners/elizabeth-bentley/

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