
Frequently asked questions
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Functional medicine is a personalized, patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness or imbalance in the body. It considers the complex interactions between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors to optimize health and prevent disease.
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Functional medicine can address a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions, including digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune diseases, metabolic issues, chronic fatigue, and more. It's particularly effective for conditions with complex underlying causes.
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During your first functional medicine appointment, you can expect a comprehensive assessment of your health history, symptoms, lifestyle factors, and environmental influences. Your practitioner will work with you to develop a personalized wellness plan focused on addressing the root causes of your health concerns.
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Functional medicine incorporates a variety of treatment modalities, including nutritional therapy, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, targeted supplementation, detoxification protocols, and mind-body therapies. The approach is highly individualized based on each patient's unique needs.
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The timeline for seeing results with functional medicine varies depending on the complexity of your health issues, your adherence to the treatment plan, and other factors. While some patients experience improvements in symptoms relatively quickly, achieving long-term wellness often requires ongoing commitment and patience.
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Our functional wellness packages include a full intake, advanced lab testing, practitioner interpretation, and a personalized plan that combines both clinical and nutrition support.
Nutrition-only packages are great if you’re seeking help with things like blood sugar management, cholesterol, weight loss, or general wellness—without functional testing. -
We use a variety of functional labs including GI-MAP stool testing, hormone testing (DUTCH), blood work, and other specialty labs depending on your needs. All testing is selected based on your symptoms and goals.
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We offer both virtual and in-person visits for clients located in Tennessee. Virtual care allows for flexibility, while in-person appointments are available for those who prefer face-to-face visits.
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We do not accept insurance. At Bloom, we choose to work outside of the insurance system so we can offer truly personalized, root-cause care without limitations. This allows us to spend more time with each client, order the right tests, and build plans based on what you need—not what insurance approves.
You’re welcome to use HSA/FSA funds for services!
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If you’re looking for a personalized, root-cause approach that blends natural healing with clinical insight—we might be exactly what you’ve been searching for. Book a free consultation to learn more and ask any questions before getting started.