Functional medicine also differs from conventional medicine by investing the time to provide personalized medicine based on a more involved health history that explores environment, nutrition, and lifestyle factors. Functional medicine embraces a patient-centered approach, emphasizing the patient’s role in their own care.
The collaborative approach to care is often very appealing to patients seeking more holistic care that offers alternatives to prescriptions when possible. As a functional medicine provider, Dr. Kriplani can discuss treatment options, including supplements, diet plans, lifestyle changes, and stress-reduction techniques.