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What Is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine is an innovative approach to healthcare focused on addressing the source of health issues. AUSCFM offers a holistic approach to healing rather than treating symptoms in isolation. Recognising the body as an interconnected whole, functional medicine takes a holistic view, considering the larger environment and seemingly unrelated ailments as interrelated.
Unlike traditional medical treatments, which focus on what’s visible at face value, functional medicine delves deeper to assess underlying contributing factors, such as inflammation, oxidative stress, or cellular energy problems. Through this unique perspective on healthcare, doctors and allied health providers can develop personalised treatments tailored to your individual needs.
Practical Example:
If you are struggling with Anxiety, you often feel alone. You’re not. Everyday factors, such as overexposure to technology, sleep deprivation, and deeper medical issues like inflammation, cellular dysfunction, or hormone imbalance, can lead anyone into this challenging space. Instead of simply prescribing a pill without considering the cause of the problem, we help by taking time to understand the source of your anxiety to help you find relief. Our aim is to leave you feeling safe, happy and balanced.
Symptoms
Asthma / Allergies
Fatigue
Poor Sleep
Constipation / Diarrhoea
Anger / Anxiety
Asthma / Allergies
Poor Sleep
Fatigue
Constipation / Diarrhoea
Anger / Anxiety
Nutrient Imbalances
Hormonal Imbalances
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Infections
Gut Dysbiosis
Heavy Metal Toxicity
Genetic Mutations
Nutrient Imbalances
Hormonal Imbalances
Infections
Heavy Metal Toxicity
Small Intestinal
Bacterial Overgrowth
(SIBO)
Gut Dysbiosis
Genetic Mutations
Symptom Sources
The Functional Medicine Approach
Maintaining optimal health is a daily challenge, and finding a doctor who can provide personalised care and understands the intricacies of your body’s unique systems is essential. Functional medicine doctors take an in-depth look at your overall health and provide personalised care to get the best results. This intelligent approach helps ensure optimum results and maximum performance, both now and in the future.
How AUSCFM Helps
The team at AUSCFM are dedicated to an ambitious cause: revolutionising primary care with a functional medicine approach. We use advanced technology and experienced health professionals, including doctors, coaches, and a care team, to provide comprehensive support for healthy lifestyle changes that treat your whole body — not just your symptoms.
A Holistic View of Your Health
It is widely accepted that your mind and body are fundamentally connected, which traditional medicine often fails to recognise. Primary care doctors, endocrinologists, and gastroenterologists might not consider how a traumatic experience or an emotional upheaval can manifest physically, leading to digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune diseases, etc. Similarly, psychiatrists may overlook how mental health problems could have specific physiological origins. Therefore, using a holistic approach, you must consider all aspects of your well-being when seeking medical assistance.
What is Holistic Medicine?
Holistic medicine is based on the understanding that overall well-being is a delicate balance of physical, mental, and spiritual health. Therefore, holistic medicine considers that true health is not simply a matter of physical well-being; it also involves lifestyle habits and emotional balance. Rather than focusing solely on one component or symptom in isolation, holistic medicine aims to provide comprehensive care by addressing underlying causes and external factors.
Holistic medicine strives to reach the source of your illness by understanding how your environment, relationships, and resources impact your overall vitality. By considering every aspect of your life, holistic treatments restore harmony within yourself and your environment.
How Holistic Medicine Benefits You
Holistic medicine is proving to be a practical approach to improving overall health. Rather than relying solely on genetics, research demonstrates that environmental and lifestyle choices account for most of your disease risk—90 percent! Your nutrition, stress levels, sleep habits, and movement can have dramatic effects on staying healthy.
To get the complete picture of your health, a holistic medicine doctor will delve into the details of your life story – right from conception to where you are today. Questions they might ask include recalling events while growing up, examining relationships and significant milestones, exploring family medical history, and understanding lifestyle factors such as work habits or emotional well-being. All these layers are part of actively uncovering clues that could impact any symptoms you may be experiencing today. Your entire past plays an integral role in taking care of yourself holistically!
The Patient Experience
The central principle behind our functional medicine treatment approach is simple: each patient is different, with a unique set of underlying problems that require personalised treatment. When you become a patient of AUSCFM, we listen to you, understand your needs, and treat your problem. Then, we go a few steps further…
Discuss and Analyse Your Symptoms
To help us understand your situation, we listen to your concerns. We create a list of your symptoms to research and identify possible conditions that may be influencing your ailments. These could include nutritional or hormonal imbalances, or other deficiencies, genetic alterations, or gut dysbiosis (where there is an imbalance in your gut microbiome).
Examine Your Lifestyle
Research shows eating habits, exercise, sleep patterns, and lifestyle choices can impact your health and wellbeing. These factors can also interact with your body chemistry and genetics to cause, maintain, or worsen specific conditions. We examine your diet, levels of exercise, and sleep to identify how these factors are affecting the systems in your body.
Undertake Comprehensive Medical Testing
We dive deeper into your condition with comprehensive medical testing that helps us better understand what’s going on in your body and provide clear evidence of where your systems may be failing. We examine samples of your blood, stool, and urine, which helps us identify the chemical and biological signals at the source of your problems.
Start Your Journey to Optimal Health
Once we have gathered all the information we need, we work with you to develop a unique health plan that includes personalised diet, detoxification, and exercise programs, all designed to work with your body’s genetics, chemistry, and microbial makeup. Now you start your journey toward optimal health from the comfort of your own home.
Interested in learning more?
Book a free 15-minute call with the AUSCFM team to learn how Functional Medicine can benefit you and help you get your health back on track.
AUSCFM Membership
With AUSCFM, You Are in Complete Control of Your Healthcare Journey While You Heal From The Comfort of Home.
Online Member Portal
Our online member portal offers unparalleled convenience with a wealth of tools at your fingertips. Stay informed and healthy with virtual consultations, advanced diagnostic testing, and access to your lab results. Keep in touch with your doctor and care team via secure messaging and access various resources, including personalised nutritional and lifestyle plans. You can also refill medications and supplements with cutting-edge compounding pharmacies using superior formulations, nutraceuticals and botanicals.
Take The First Step Toward Achieving Optimal Health
Take The First Step Toward Achieving Optimal Health
The Latest Functional Medicine Research
Discover the latest breakthroughs and innovations in functional medicine with our collection of engaging articles and eBooks. Our research team delve into the latest scientific research, providing insights and knowledge to optimise your health. Whether you’re a patient or simply curious, our informative resources are tailored to help you thrive. Keep checking in for the most current and trusted information on your well-being.
HPA Axis
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Endocrine Hormones
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are my AUSCFM doctor and care team?
Experience top-notch healthcare services with AUSCFM’s renowned medical professionals, including medical doctors, nurse practitioners, and care teams who specialise in primary care specialties such as internal and family medicine. As a member of AUSCFM, you have access to comprehensive healthcare services all in one place, with your AUSCFM medical provider as your virtual primary care provider. Whether you need specialist care or prescription refills, AUSCFM ensures seamless coordination amongst healthcare providers and maintains all your medical records for convenience.
Can I change my doctor and care team within my membership?
As you embark on your journey to better health, it’s important to find a medical team that you trust and feel comfortable with. While we recommend working with the same doctor and health coach for continuity of care, we understand the importance of feeling confident in your healthcare choices. Your wellbeing is our top priority , so if you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at hello@auscfm.com.au.
Can I add extra doctor or health coaching visits on top of my membership?
Of course! As an AUSCFM member you can add on as many additional visits as you’d like to your membership. Each additional visit is $250 for a doctor and $99 for a health coach.
Will my appointments be audio or video calls?
With a simple sign-up process, you can enjoy the convenience of our expert medical team from the comfort of your own home through video and audio consultations with your doctor and health coach. Don’t let distance or busy schedules stand in the way of your well-being – experience the same level of quality care as you would in-person, with a few exciting differences that make AUSCFM the go-to choice for modern health care.
Do I have to complete my online questions and intake forms before my case review appointment?
At AUSCFM, we strive to personalise every visit to ensure the best experience for you. By providing us with your information, together, we can make your visit a tailored success. That’s why we kindly request all questionnaires and intake forms be completed 48 hours ahead of your case review appointment. We value your time, so if you need more time, we are happy to reschedule your appointment to accommodate your schedule.
Where can I find details of my upcoming appointment?
We understand preparing for virtual visits can be tricky, so we’re here to make it easier for you. Before your scheduled appointment, we’ll send you a friendly reminder email 24 hours in advance, complete with a link to your virtual visit. With just a click, you’ll be transported to our virtual lounge and ready to go. Plus, you can always access your appointment details from your AUSCFM portal. We may also ask you to fill out a Symptom Score Index (SSI) or follow-up questionnaire beforehand to make your visit as productive as possible. Keep an eye out for those reminders and let us take care of the rest!
What is the AUSCFM approach to prescription medication?
At AUSCFM, we understand the immense power and importance of prescription drugs in modern medicine. Our team of highly trained medical professionals hold the necessary licenses to prescribe medication in Australia. However, we also recognise that many drugs only manage symptoms and may come with unpleasant side effects. As advocates for root-cause resolution medicine, our ultimate goal is to only prescribe medication when it is necessary to address the underlying cause of a condition. At AUSCFM, we prioritise the well-being of our patients and strive to provide the most effective, personalised care possible.
What is the AUSCFM approach to supplementation?
Supplements are more than just a trendy addition to your health regimen. They are powerful tools that need to be taken seriously when it comes to safety, quality, effectiveness, and relevance. Our team of doctors is dedicated to providing high-quality, safe-tested supplements that are third-party-validated. These supplements are typically only available through licensed medical providers. We prescribe supplements that work effectively for treating microbial imbalances in the gut, addressing nutrient deficiencies, and balancing blood sugar that are indicated to work for the conditions they support. Our selection process is highly selective and cautious, but we have found that supplements can be more effective than conventional drug therapies alone.
How do I purchase supplements from AUSCFM?
Experience the ultimate wellness journey at AUSCFM, where we partner with our full dispensary partner (Sole Formulations) who offer a wide array of health products for purchase. As a valued AUSCFM member, you’ll enjoy an exclusive discount of 10% on your purchases. Our doctors go above and beyond to tailor your experience by recommending the right supplements and vitamins that align with your personalised health plan.
Can my AUSCFM doctor provide medications?
Prescription drugs hold immense power in the world of medicine, and are integral to the healing process. They’re touted as one of the most crucial tools in the medical toolkit, and are regularly prescribed by healthcare professionals. Although some medications require specialist management, our doctors have all undergone extensive training in traditional medical schools and have the necessary licensing to prescribe pharmaceutical medication. We firmly believe prescription drugs represent an essential element of healthcare, and are proud to offer them as a powerful tool in modern medicine.
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