Donna is a dedicated functional health practitioner with a focus on promoting optimal health and wellness. With almost 30 years in nursing, she has witnessed the paradigm shift of healthcare as patient driven to healthcare as money driven. After years of working within a broken system that focuses primarily on being reactive instead of proactive; she began her paradigm shift into functional healthcare where focus is back on the patient, addressing the root causes of illness through a holistic approach, using advanced diagnostics and personalized wellness plans that include nutrition, lifestyle changes, and natural therapies.
Donna is dedicated to partnering with you to identify and address the underlying causes that have been shown to lead to chronic conditions such as autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances, and digestive disorders. Known for her patient-centered care, she takes the time to listen to each patient's story, creating a collaborative and healing environment.
With a focus on personalized wellness plans, informed by extensive training and experience, is dedicated to guiding patients towards sustainable health and vitality.
- Donna M.
At Rooting For You, our team of experienced practitioners specialize in functional health, blending traditional medical practices with holistic approaches to address the root causes of health issues. With years of combined experience, our experts are dedicated to providing personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Your health journey is our top priority. We believe in fostering a collaborative relationship between patients and practitioners, where your concerns and goals are heard and respected. Through thorough assessments, thoughtful discussions, and ongoing support, we strive to empower you to take control of your health and make informed decisions.
Unlike conventional medicine, which often focuses solely on symptom management, we take a comprehensive approach to healthcare. By considering the interconnectedness of body systems and addressing lifestyle factors, nutrition, and environmental influences, we empower our patients to achieve optimal health and well-being.
At Rooting For You, we believe in addressing the root cause of health issues, not just the symptoms. Our team of experienced practitioners combines the latest research with holistic approaches to help you achieve optimal wellness.
Identifying and Resolving Issues:
We pinpoint and address your underlying issues by diving deep to find the root cause looking at gut health, hormonal imbalances, metabolic health as well as nutritional deficiencies.Tailored Supplements:
Tailored Supplements:
We provide personalized supplement regimens and protocols for each phase of healing, tailored to your root causes, medical history, and lab results.
Comprehensive Health Guidance:
Receive expert recommendations on mind-body techniques, nutrition, and lifestyle adjustments to continually enhance your well-being.Holistic Assessment and Support:
Holistic Assessment and Support:
Benefit from a holistic assessment, coaching, and ongoing support to obtain the answers and strategic plans necessary for improved health.
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.
Unlike conventional medicine, which often treats symptoms with medications or surgeries, functional medicine seeks to understand and address the underlying factors contributing to health issues. It emphasizes a holistic approach, aiming to promote wellness rather than just managing disease.
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.
During a functional medicine consultation, 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 treatment plan focused on addressing the root causes of your health concerns.
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.
The timeline for seeing results with functional medicine varies depending on the complexity of your health issues, your adherence to the wellness plan, and other factors. While some patients experience improvements in symptoms relatively quickly, achieving long-term wellness often requires ongoing commitment and patience.