FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE MATRIX


Retelling the Patient’s Story Antecedents


Mental Structural Integrity Triggering Events Communication Transport Mediators/Perpetuators Emotional Energy


Physiology and Function: Organizing the Patient’s Clinical Imbalances Assimilation Defense & Repair


Spiritual Biotransformation & Elimination


Sleep & Relaxation


Exercise & Movement Nutrition


Modifiable Personal Lifestyle Factors Stress


Relationships


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CC: Fig 1: IFM Matrix, used with permission from The Institute of Functional Medicine. https://www.functionalmedicine.org/


© 2014 Institute for Functional Medicine


Numerous clinical studies show Functional Medicine simply works. It is an effective model of healthcare that can save our dysfunc- tional system. We spend by far the most per person in the world on our health. But we rank dead last in the top 11 developed nations (Commonwealth Fund, 2014). As Dr. Mark Hyman puts it, we have a Diabesity Epidemic that is not only killing us, but bankrupting us. Functional Medicine is designed to help people get healthy again, meaning they don’t need all those expensive drugs and surger- ies. And perhaps our leaders are listening: the Cleveland Clinic (a mainstream medical center) just opened a Center for Functional Medicine, the fi rst large institution to do so.


In fi nding Functional Medicine, I enjoy a career that brings


meaning to my life. I have avoided the burnout that so many physi- cians face. I hope more of my colleagues embrace a healthier approach to healthcare, and perhaps they too can Be Happy and Make the World a Little Better.


For more information, or to fi nd a Functional Medicine practi- tioner near you, visit www.functionalmedicine.org


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Sean McCloy, MD, MPH, MA is dual board-certifi ed in Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine. He is the medical director of the Integrative Health Center of Maine. When away from his busy family practice, he enjoys running a woodworking business, doing anything outdoors, as well as exploring Maine with his family. Visit www.maineintegrative.com. See ad on inside front cover & page 25.


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