Functional Medicine

Charleston Functional Medicine takes pride in providing functional medicine, a distinctive healthcare approach that not only treats and reverses chronic illnesses but also enhances long-term health and well-being.

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Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach to healthcare that aims to address the root causes of poor health. was founded by Dr. Jeffery Bland in 1990, who recognized the limitations of the conventional medical system in managing chronic disease. Unlike conventional medicine, which focuses on managing symptoms, functional medicine takes a comprehensive, systems-biology approach to promote long-term health. Despite pushback from the conventional medical community, functional medicine is gaining recognition for its ability to improve health in patients.