20 + years of
Functional Medicine
Instead of asking, “What drug fits this disease?”, we ask:
“What’s interfering with the body’s ability to heal?”
Dr. West's Functional Medicine Approach
Dr. West specializes in supporting the body’s natural healing processes by addressing underlying imbalances related to chemical, physical, and emotional stress. His approach focuses on identifying root causes to help patients restore balance, improve function, and achieve lasting wellness.
What is Functional Medicine
What Is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine is a personalized, root-cause approach to healthcare that looks beyond symptoms to uncover why the body is out of balance in the first place.
Instead of asking, “What drug fits this disease?”, we ask:
“What’s interfering with the body’s ability to heal?”
In my practice, we see patterns again and again — chronic fatigue, stubborn weight, thyroid dysfunction, blood sugar swings, and inflammation that doesn’t go away. These are not random. They are the result of deeper imbalances that conventional medicine often overlooks.
We look for what I call the “hidden disruptors” — things like:
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Obesogens: chemicals in our food, water, plastics, and personal care products that disrupt metabolism and promote fat storage.
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Environmental toxins: from pesticides to heavy metals to mold, these stress your liver, hormones, and immune system.
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Inflammation & oxidation: ongoing internal fire that damages tissues, ages you faster, and fuels chronic disease.
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Insulin resistance: the gateway to type 2 diabetes, weight gain, energy crashes, and brain fog.
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Catabolic physiology: when your body breaks down faster than it builds up — often due to chronic stress, under-nourishment, or poor recovery.
Conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypothyroidism, and weight loss resistance don’t develop in isolation. They’re connected by the same underlying dysfunctions. That’s why protocols that only manage symptoms rarely lead to long-term success.
Functional medicine seeks to remove the barriers to healing and restore optimal function — one system at a time.
Functional Medicine | Dr. West Wellness Root-Cause Care and Benefits
More Energy and Better Sleep:
Find Lasting Relief from Chronic Symptoms:
Gain Clarity & Control Over Your Health Future:
Functional medicine targets the root causes of fatigue and insomnia, such as hormonal imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, or chronic stress. You can expect to feel more energetic throughout the day and achieve more restful, restorative sleep at night.
Move past frustrating daily discomforts like digestive issues, brain fog, or hormonal imbalances. We work to resolve the underlying dysfunctions, aiming for sustainable relief and reduced reliance on medications.
End the guesswork about your health. Functional Medicine provides a personalized roadmap, empowering you with the knowledge and tools to prevent future complications and proactively build a healthier, more vibrant life.