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Functional Dermatology
Functional dermatology offers a revolutionary approach to skin care by focusing on the root causes of skin issues rather than merely treating symptoms. It recognizes the intricate connections between different body systems and how they impact the skin.
This comprehensive method utilizes advanced diagnostic tools such as gut testing, candida testing, and hormonal assessments to uncover the root causes of various skin conditions. By analyzing factors like gut health, microbial balance, and hormonal levels, functional dermatologists can develop highly personalized treatment plans.
These plans often incorporate natural supplements and herbal formulas that have been scientifically proven to support skin health and overall wellness. For example, probiotics and prebiotics can help restore gut health, while specific herbs can balance hormones and reduce inflammation. This whole-body approach not only aims to clear the skin but also enhances overall health and well-being.
At Mindful Medical Functional Clinic we focus on functional approach to the following conditions:
ECZEMA, PSORIASIS, ATOPIC DERMATITIS, ROSACEA, ACNE, SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS, AND HAIR LOSS
Functional Dermatology approach offers:
- Holistic View: Functional dermatology treats the patient as a whole, considering how various bodily systems interact and influence skin health.
- Personalized Treatment: Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual’s specific triggers and health needs, leading to more effective and sustainable improvements.
- Long-term Results: By addressing underlying causes rather than just symptoms, patients can achieve longer-lasting improvements in their skin conditions and overall well-being.
If you’re feeling unsure about how to begin your functional medicine journey, you’re not alone. Many of our patients have expressed the same concerns. That’s exactly why Dr. Maria Azizian created the Personalized Health Report (PHR)—to simplify the process and give you clear, actionable insights.
The PHR is designed to answer your questions, reduce uncertainty, and give you a customized roadmap for how functional medicine can address your health needs. It is especially helpful for those who may not know what type of testing they require or which areas of their health to focus on first.
The Personalized Health Report is an easy-to-use, online assessment tool designed to match your individual health needs with the resources functional medicine has to offer. It goes beyond a typical “intake form” by delving deep into your medical history, lifestyle, and symptoms to help create a customized plan.
Dr. Azizian developed the PHR because she noticed many patients were confused and overwhelmed when starting their functional medicine journey. This report serves as a first step to highlight your core health concerns and help you navigate what functional medicine can do for you.
How Does It Work?
- Complete a Secure Online Questionnaire:
After clicking the button, you’ll be directed to our HIPAA-compliant Healthie platform, where you’ll fill out a comprehensive questionnaire about your health history and current concerns. The questions are designed to get a full picture of your health—physical, mental, and emotional. - Personalized Review by Dr. Azizian:
Once you’ve completed the questionnaire, Dr. Azizian will carefully review your responses and generate a customized Personalized Health Report within 24 hours. This report will address your specific health issues and offer recommendations for the next steps in your functional medicine journey. - Consultation: Upon filling out the questionnaire, you’ll have the option to schedule a 15-minute phone or video consultation to discuss the findings and next steps in greater detail. This allows you to ask any follow-up questions and gain further clarity on your personalized plan. Scheduling is easy through our online self-scheduling system.
What Can You Expect from the PHR?
The Personalized Health Report (PHR) provides you with a tailored roadmap to guide the start of your functional medicine journey. Based on your questionnaire responses, Dr. Azizian will offer personalized recommendations to address your unique health needs, including:
- Targeted Lab Tests: We will recommend specific functional medicine tests based on your symptoms and health history. These could include hormone panels, gut health assessments, or genetic testing to uncover underlying imbalances.
- Focus Areas: We’ll identify which body systems (digestive, hormonal, immune, etc.) need the most attention and suggest where to start your treatment, ensuring a targeted and efficient approach to your wellness journey.
- Continuation of Care: Should you wish to continue working with Dr. Azizian at Mindful Medical, you’ll have the option to explore treatment plans, such as our comprehensive 3-month package, focused on specific tests or ongoing care.
- Referrals to Specialists: In certain cases, if your health needs fall outside the scope of iLabMD, we may recommend consulting with other healthcare providers, whether in functional medicine or conventional medicine, to ensure a well-rounded and complete care plan.
The PHR is more than just a report—it’s an empowering tool designed to give you confidence and clarity as you take control of your health.
Why Choose the PHR?
If you’re asking, “Where should I start? What tests do I need?” the PHR offers a quick, effective, and affordable way to get started. Functional medicine can be complex, but with the PHR, you’ll receive a clear, personalized action plan that helps you take the first step towards better health.
By investing in this report, you’ll save time and avoid unnecessary testing, ensuring that the steps you take are aligned with your unique health needs.
The Personalized Health Report (PHR) is available for $50, which includes an online assessment and a 15-minute telephone or video consultation with Dr. Azizian. During this consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss the findings of your report, ask any follow-up questions, and receive guidance on the next steps in your functional medicine journey.
PHR Disclaimer
The Personalized Health Report is an excellent tool to help you get started, but it is not a substitute for a comprehensive treatment plan. A full treatment plan requires an ongoing relationship with your provider who can assess your progress and make adjustments over time. The PHR is intended to orient you within the world of functional medicine and provide actionable insights into your health, so you can begin your journey with confidence.
Ready to Get Started?
If you are ready to start your functional medicine journey for a long-standing skin issue, please go ahead and schedule 1-hour initial consultation.
For example, what are causes for Eczema based on the Functional Medicine approach?
From the functional medicine approach, eczema is understood to be a multifactorial condition with various underlying causes. Here are some key factors that functional medicine practitioners consider when addressing eczema:
- Dysbiosis: An imbalance in the gut microbiome can lead to inflammation and immune system dysfunction, which can manifest as eczema.
- Leaky Gut Syndrome: Increased intestinal permeability can allow toxins and undigested food particles to enter the bloodstream, triggering immune responses that contribute to eczema.
- Common Triggers: Foods such as dairy, gluten, soy, eggs, nuts, and certain fruits can trigger or exacerbate eczema in some individuals.
- Elimination Diet: Identifying and removing specific food triggers through an elimination diet can often lead to significant improvements.
- Essential Nutrients: Deficiencies in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and probiotics can impair skin health and immune function.
- Dietary Support: Ensuring adequate intake of these nutrients through diet or supplementation can help manage eczema symptoms.
- Allergens and Irritants: Exposure to environmental allergens (such as pollen, dust mites, pet dander) and irritants (such as harsh soaps, chemicals) can trigger eczema flare-ups.
- Toxin Exposure: Heavy metals, pesticides, and other environmental toxins can contribute to immune dysregulation and skin inflammation.
- Autoimmunity: Eczema can be linked to autoimmune processes where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells.
- Chronic Inflammation: Persistent inflammation due to various internal and external factors can lead to chronic skin issues like eczema.
- Stress Hormones: Elevated cortisol levels due to chronic stress can weaken the immune system and exacerbate eczema.
- Thyroid Dysfunction: Thyroid imbalances can affect skin health and contribute to eczema symptoms.
- Family History: A genetic predisposition to eczema and other atopic conditions (such as asthma and allergies) can increase susceptibility.
- Gene-Environment Interaction: The expression of genetic predispositions can be influenced by environmental and lifestyle factors.
- Mind-Body Connection: Psychological stress can trigger or worsen eczema through its effects on the immune system and inflammation.
- Stress Management: Techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and other stress-reducing practices can help manage eczema.
- Impaired Barrier Function: A compromised skin barrier can allow irritants, allergens, and pathogens to penetrate the skin, leading to inflammation and eczema.
- Moisturization and Repair: Using natural emollients and barrier repair creams can help restore the skin barrier function.
In conclusion, the functional medicine approach to eczema involves a comprehensive evaluation of these various factors to identify and address the root causes of the condition. By considering gut health, food sensitivities, nutritional status, environmental exposures, immune system function, hormonal balance, genetic predispositions, psychological stress, and skin barrier health, functional medicine aims to provide a holistic and personalized treatment plan for individuals suffering from eczema.
We recommend starting with the PHR.
The Personalized Health Report (PHR) is available for $50, which includes an online assessment and a 15-minute telephone or video consultation with Dr. Azizian. During this consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss the findings of your report, ask any follow-up questions, and receive guidance on the next steps in your functional medicine journey.
Ready to Get Started?
If you are ready to start your functional medicine journey for a long-standing skin issue, please go ahead and schedule 1-hour initial consultation.
