What is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine is an approach to healthcare that aims to treat the underlying root causes of chronic health issues, rather than simply addressing symptoms. This approach requires a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s health history, lifestyle factors, and genetic makeup. To provide this level of care, functional medicine doctors undergo specialized training and certification. Dr. Tanner Wilson is one such doctor – a certified IFM functional medicine doctor in Kansas.
Certified Functional Medicine Doctor
Dr. Tanner Wilson, DC, IFMCP received his bachelors degree in human biology as well as his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Cleveland University in Overland Park, KS. Early on in Dr. Wilson’s doctorate program he realized that he gravitated towards holistic based approaches to chronic disease conditions, which lead to him pursuing an advanced post-doctorate certification through the Institute of Functional Medicine.
Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP) in Kansas
The Institute of Functional Medicine is widely accepted as the gold standard in functional medicine education. Founded in 1991, the IFM is a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive training and certification programs for healthcare practitioners who want to incorporate a functional medicine approach into their practice. The IFM’s curriculum is evidence-based, and emphasizes a systems-based approach to patient care that considers the interconnectedness of all body systems.
To become an IFM certified practitioner, healthcare providers must complete a rigorous training program that includes online coursework, in-person training, case-based learning as well as a case exam and written exam. The curriculum covers a range of clinical topics including:
- Gut Health: Bloating, Constipation, Indigestion, Diarrhea, and Food Reactivity.
- Hormone Imbalance: High Cortisol, Hypothyroid, Menopausal Symptoms, Weight Gain, PCOS, PMS, and Low Testosterone.
- Autoimmune Diseases: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Celiacs Disease
- Metabolic Disorders: Weight Gain, High Cholesterol, Type II Diabetes, and High Blood Pressure
- Mood Disorders: Stress, Burnout, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia
By completing this advanced training, Dr. Wilson has demonstrated a commitment to providing the highest level of care to his patients. He has the skills and knowledge needed to identify the underlying causes of chronic health issues, and to develop personalized treatment plans that target these root causes.
Functional Medicine in Kansas City, Overland Park, Lawrence, Wichita, and Topeka
At EvoHealth – Kansas Functional Medicine, we want to help you do more than just live; we want you to live your best life! Certified Functional Medicine Doctor Tanner Wilson offers evidence-informed functional medicine care for people who want to take a more proactive role in addressing the root causes of their chronic disease conditions. Using a telehealth approach, we provide in-depth, effective care to patients throughout Kansas City, Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Wichita, Topeka, and throughout the entire state of Kansas—and you don’t even have to leave your home! Our goal is to make functional medicine accessible to all, regardless of where you live or your financial situation.