What is Functional Medicine?

Function Medicine is a holistic approach to health that looks at addressing the root causes of diseases and uses evidence-based natural interventions when appropriate.

This holistic approach addresses all nodes of health simultaneously:

• Gut health
• Inflammation
• Genetics
• Hormone balance
• Toxin exposure and detoxification
• Mitochondrial function and energy
• Cardiometabolic function
• Stress management
• Lifestyle optimization (sleep, food, exercise)

​In addition to this, attention is paid to the mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of each patient. 
The Functional Medicine approach brings into consideration that health and wellness are not simply the absence of disease.There is a great emphasis on establishing joy, resiliency, purpose, and peace in patient’s lives despite their personal health struggles.

Consider Functional Medicine for: ​

• Anxiety 
• Depression 
• Chronic fatigue 
• Chronic pain
• Irritable bowel disease (IBD) 
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBS) 
• Inflammatory arthritis  
• Autoimmune diseases 
• Allergies 
• ​Thyroid disease 
• Cardiovascular disease 
• Metabolic disease, including diabetes
• Hormone imbalances  
• Celiac disease 
• Cancer prevention 
• Genetic Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) evaluation

​Functional Medicine isn't just for disease!

• It can also help you with: 
  • Peak performance 
  • Longevity/Aging 
  •  Preventative health 

How to Access Care 

*Dr Botros is only seeing patients virtually at this time*

There are two streams to access her care:

1) Individualized Private Care 

• Begin your journey with an initial intake.  If you're unsure, a complimentary min meet & greet is available. From there, it will be determined which stream is most appropriate for you based on your health goals and anticipated level of intervention required to accomplish them. Programs are highly individualized and designed to support patients medical needs, as well as address preventative health.  They include working alongside a Health Coach and Nutritionist. This team-based approach is paramount to the success of patients on their healing journey through the establishment of support, accountability, and community. See below for full description 

2) Public Group Medical Visits ("Classes") See Calendar  ​​

• ​​No referral necessary but participants must have a medically indicated reason for attending the class and be located within British Columbia to have it covered by BC health care (free) 
• For those who don't qualify (preventative health or out of BC) you can still attend, but a donation is requested
• Anyone seeing Dr Botros privately can attend all classes at no extra cost 
• Group MSP classes are led by Dr Botros and her team of multidisciplinary practitioners.
• Classes are focused on:
  • Diet & Nutrition
  • Movement (Somatic Therapy)
  • Stress reduction (Meditation, Breath-work, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy)

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Functional Medicine Intake - $550 

• Initial 2 hour consultation with Dr Botros. This appointment is geared towards organizing your entire medical history on a timeline to reveal the root causes, triggers, and mediators of the issues you are experiencing. From here a treatment plan is created.
• This will often include suggestions for:
  • Diet
  • Lifestyle
  • Nutraceuticals (vitamins or herbs) +/- pharmaceutical prescriptions
  • Tests (private* or MSP covered where appropriate) 
    • *Private tests, IV's, supplements, or any other additional services are an additional cost
• From here it will be determined which program is most suitable for you (see patient flow diagram above) 

Private Programs- 3 and 1 month 

• intensive treatment program with Dr Botros and her team, which includes a Nutritionist and Health Coach.
• This includes, but is not limited to: 
  • Regular 30 and 1 hour appointments with Dr Botros
  • Continual Health Coach support. The Health Coach is like your personal health concierge, and the way in which she interacts with each patient is versatile and individualized. Each individual has unique needs. Some will need more nutrition support for example, while others will need more mental health, sleep,  accountability, logistical, or medical liaison support.  The Health Coach is your #1 advocate. She will get Dr Botros involved as needed to make adjustments to the plan to ensure your continued improvement on your healing journey. Dr Botros may also delegate specific tasks for the Health Coach and patient to complete together along the way. 
  • Diet implementation and evaluation 
    • Virtual consultation with Nutritionist for implementation and explanation of the Institute of Functional Medicine food plan Dr Botros has chosen to address your specific health concerns. Throughout collaboration with the team this diet will be personalized for your needs.
    • Diet evaluation (macro and micronutrients) ​
      • 3 day food journal using our professional subscription to the "Cronometer" app.
      • This allows us to make specific recommendations to ensure you are reaching your nutrition goals. 
  • Biofeedback tools if deemed necessary *MUSE headband rental at no additional cost 
  • BC Health care (MSP) covered blood work when medically indicated, and review once available. 
  • MSP covered appointments, as medically indicated, bookable within the month.
  • MSP consultations with specialists as needed 
  • Medical literature reviews as needed. Dr Botros doesn't claim to know everything, BUT she does claim to never stop looking for solutions for you! 
  • Each individual's needs are different. The program is designed to identify barriers to success along the way, and rectify them as soon as possible as they come up . This is done with regular check-ins with the health coach,  regular team meetings about patients, and implementation of novel solutions or augmentations of the plan as needed.   
    • Dr Botros spends an averages 1-4 hours/month/patient behind the scenes to ensure this happens.

**Private tests, IV's, supplements, or any other additional services are an additional cost. ​

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​“If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious you are living
in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present”
– Lao Tzu