What Is Functional Medicine?

Functional Medicine is a patient-centered, data-driven approach to health that goes beyond symptom suppression. It works to identify and treat the underlying imbalances that cause fatigue, hormone disruption, digestive issues, inflammation, and other chronic conditions.

Instead of treating systems in isolation, Functional Medicine looks at how everything in the body is connected. We use comprehensive testing, in-depth patient histories, and customized care plans to create lasting change.

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What We Treat Through Functional Medicine

Our Functional Medicine providers support a wide range of conditions that often go undiagnosed or misunderstood in conventional settings. In Tucson, where desert climate, altitude, and seasonal shifts can intensify health issues, we focus on addressing core imbalances that affect both daily comfort and long-term resilience.

Common concerns include:

• Gut health and digestion

• Hormonal shifts (e.g., menopause, low testosterone, thyroid dysfunction)

• Fatigue, burnout, and low energy

• Stress-related symptoms and sleep disruption

• Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions

• Weight changes and metabolic imbalance

• Cognitive fog or memory issues

• Men’s and women’s health across all life stages

→ Persistent Fatigue
→ Hormonal Imbalances

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When You’ve Been Misdiagnosed or Dismissed

If you’ve been told your labs are normal, but you still don’t feel right — you’re not alone. Many patients come to us after years of frustrating visits and unanswered questions.

Functional Medicine changes the approach by:

• Offering extended visits to hear your full story

• Running advanced lab tests (stool, urine, hormone panels)

• Exploring how diet, stress, sleep, and environment affect your health

• Creating a tailored plan based on your biology

This model is especially powerful in Tucson, where dry climate, heat, and environmental exposure can trigger symptoms that conventional care may overlook.

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Why Tucson Residents Are Choosing Functional Medicine

Tucson’s culture blends outdoor activity, sustainability, and integrative wellness. Home to the University of Arizona, multiple health-focused institutions, and a growing tech and research sector, the city is filled with individuals who want more than temporary fixes.

Reasons locals seek Functional Medicine:

• Frustration with quick, one-size-fits-all care

• Interest in non-pharmaceutical or lifestyle-first treatments

• Chronic fatigue or inflammation worsened by environmental stressors

• A desire to support aging, energy, and brain health holistically

Whether you’re managing high-performance work or looking to stay active into retirement, Functional Medicine helps you protect what matters most: your energy, clarity, and well-being.

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What to Expect From Your Visit

Functional Medicine starts with a conversation — not a diagnosis. Our providers take time to map your health history, identify key stressors, and design a plan that fits your goals and lifestyle.

Your first visit includes:

• A 60–90 minute appointment

• Full symptom timeline + lifestyle review

• Lab orders personalized to your needs

• A treatment plan that may include nutrition, supplements, stress support, and more

• Ongoing collaboration to refine your care

→ Meet our Functional Medicine doctors

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The Aligned Modern Health Difference

We also offer virtual Functional Medicine appointments across Arizona, with flexible scheduling and insurance-friendly options.

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How Functional Medicine Works Alongside Conventional Care

We don’t replace your primary care or specialists — we work with them. Functional Medicine complements your existing care by going deeper into chronic symptoms, prevention, and long-term support.

You may benefit if:

• You’ve “tried everything” but still don’t feel well

• You want to optimize performance or aging proactively

• You’re navigating multiple conditions that don’t respond to standard care

Our care is designed to fill in the gaps — not compete.

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Why Choose Aligned Modern Health in Tucson

• Experienced Functional Medicine doctors with deep expertise

• Personalized, non-rushed care that respects your time

• Smarter testing methods (like urine hormone testing)

• Virtual care across Tucson, no commute needed

• Covered by many insurance plans (including BCBS)

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Getting Started With Functional Medicine in Tucson

You don’t have to wait for symptoms to get worse. Functional Medicine helps you take back control — and feel like yourself again.

Here’s how to start:

• Book your first virtual visit

• Complete your advanced lab testing

• Receive a personalized care plan backed by data

We’ll help you navigate the journey with clarity, confidence, and real progress.