Integrative medicine is an approach to healthcare that combines conventional Western medicine with complementary and alternative therapies, focusing on treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit – to promote overall health and wellness. It emphasizes a personalized, patient-centered approach, Resilient Aging is a paradigm driven by evidence-based personalized medicine, leading to optimize longevity, wellness and vitality, grounded by strong research and science, and led by advanced-thinking clinicians. Integrative medicine aims to address not just the symptoms of illness, but also its underlying causes, and to support the body's natural healing processes.
Included Services and Value: This service includes a full in-depth comprehensive lab workup (an $800 value alone), which is not routinely drawn at your medical checkups. It also includes a 45-page genetic test from Max Gen Lab (a $450 value) to analyze your body at a DNA level, enabling us to prescribe key nutrients and understand how your body functions from a 360-degree perspective. Additionally, you will receive personalized supplementation recommendations for health optimization, and one 60-90 minute health visit with your healthcare professional.

Medical weight loss therapy involves the supervised use of medical interventions to assist individuals in achieving weight loss goals. It typically begins with a comprehensive assessment of the individual's medical history, current health status, lifestyle factors, and weight loss objectives. Based on this assessment, a customized treatment plan is developed, which may include a combination of strategies such as dietary modifications, exercise regimens, behavioral therapy, prescription medications.

The medical supervision ensures that the weight loss program is safe and effective for the individual, taking into account any underlying health conditions or medications they may be taking. Regular monitoring and follow-up appointments are usually conducted to track progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide ongoing support and guidance to help individuals achieve and maintain their desired weight loss goals. The goal of medical weight loss therapy is not only to help individuals shed excess weight but also to improve overall health and quality of life.

In integrative medicine, gut health encompasses the balance and optimal functioning of the gastrointestinal system, which includes the stomach, intestines, and associated organs. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of the gut with overall health, considering factors such as digestion, absorption of nutrients, immune function, and the gut microbiome – the diverse community of microorganisms living in the digestive tract.

A medical description of gut health from an integrative medicine perspective would focus on achieving and maintaining a harmonious balance within the gastrointestinal system, promoting the integrity of the gut lining, supporting healthy digestion and absorption processes, fostering a diverse and resilient gut microbiome, and minimizing inflammation and dysfunction. This approach recognizes the influence of various factors such as diet, lifestyle, stress, medications, and environmental exposures on gut health, aiming to address underlying imbalances and promote complete well-being. Integrative medicine often utilizes a combination of dietary and lifestyle interventions, supplementation, mind-body practices, and targeted treatments to optimize gut health and support overall health and vitality.

Bio identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) involves the use of hormones that are structurally identical to the hormones naturally produced in the body. These bioidentical hormones are derived from plant sources and are formulated to be chemically identical to human hormones, such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.

BHRT is often used as an alternative to conventional hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which may involve synthetic hormones that are not identical to those produced by the body. Resilient Aging advocates the use of BHRT because bioidentical hormones are structurally identical to natural hormones, they offer benefits such as better symptom relief and fewer side effects compared to synthetic hormones.

BHRT is commonly prescribed to address symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances, such as those experienced during menopause or andropause (male menopause). These symptoms may include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, decreased libido, fatigue, and cognitive changes.

Treatment with BHRT typically involves an initial evaluation by a healthcare provider to assess hormone levels and determine the appropriate course of treatment. Hormone levels may be measured through blood tests or saliva tests. Based on the individual's hormone levels and symptoms, a customized BHRT regimen may be prescribed, which may include hormones delivered via creams, gels, or patches..

Many look at the price and are taken back, but remember this service includes our in-depth personalized testing. With a full in-depth comprehensive lab workup (both complete integrative/hormonal $1200 value alone), which is not routinely drawn at your medical checkups. Additionally, you will receive personalized supplementation recommendations for health optimization, and one- 60-90 minute health visit with your healthcare professional.

It's important for individuals considering BHRT to consult with a qualified healthcare provider who specializes in hormone therapy as we do at Resilient Aging. Regular monitoring and adjustment of hormone levels may be necessary to ensure optimal effectiveness and safety. As with any medical treatment, there are potential risks and benefits associated with BHRT, and these should be discussed thoroughly with a healthcare provider before starting treatment.

In integrative medicine, toxin exposure refers to the concept that individuals may be exposed to various harmful substances in their environment, diet, and lifestyle that can adversely affect their health. These toxins can come from sources such as air pollution, water contamination (mold), pesticides, food additives, heavy metals, chemicals in personal care products, and toxins produced by microorganisms.

Integrative medicine approaches toxin exposure with the understanding that prolonged or excessive exposure to toxins can contribute to the development of chronic health conditions, including autoimmune disorders, hormonal imbalances, neurological disorders, and cancer. Therefore, addressing toxin exposure is an essential component of promoting overall health and wellness.

Integrative medicine employs several strategies to address toxin exposure:

1. **Prevention:** Educating individuals about potential sources of toxins and ways to minimize exposure through lifestyle modifications, such as choosing organic foods, using natural and non-toxic household cleaning and personal care products, and reducing exposure to environmental pollutants.

2. **Detoxification:** Implementing detoxification protocols to support the body's natural processes of eliminating toxins. This may involve dietary interventions, such as consuming detoxifying foods like cruciferous vegetables and antioxidant-rich fruits, as well as specific supplements and herbs that support liver function and enhance detoxification pathways.

3. **Environmental Medicine:** Assessing and addressing specific environmental factors that may contribute to toxin exposure, such as indoor air quality, mold and mildew, electromagnetic radiation, and heavy metal contamination in the home or workplace.

4. **Supporting Elimination:** Supporting the body's organs of elimination, including the liver, kidneys, digestive system, and skin, through various therapeutic modalities such as nutritional support, hydration, exercise, sauna therapy, and hydrotherapy.

5. **Individualized Approach:** Recognizing that individuals may have different sensitivities to toxins and require personalized strategies for detoxification and minimizing exposure.

By addressing toxin exposure within the context of integrative medicine, practitioners aim to optimize health and well-being by promoting a cleaner and safer environment for individuals to thrive in and supporting the body's natural ability to detoxify and heal.

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A short integrative medical appointment is a 30 min consultation designed to explore and understand your unique health needs and goals. During this session, we’ll take a comprehensive look at your medical history, lifestyle, and current health concerns. The aim is to identify the most effective and personalized strategies within functional medicine that can support your overall well-being. This appointment is a collaborative discussion, allowing us to tailor an approach that best fits your individual needs, whether it involves diet, lifestyle changes, supplements, or other integrative interventions.