What Is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine is a science-based, patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness. Instead of viewing symptoms in isolation, practitioners consider the complex interplay of genetics, lifestyle, environment, and physiology. This is particularly effective for those experiencing chronic, unresolved, or unexplained symptoms.
At Aligned Modern Health, our Functional Medicine doctors take time to understand your full health story, offering personalized plans based on advanced diagnostics and deep collaboration.
What We Treat Through Functional Medicine
Functional Medicine goes far beyond general wellness. It provides specialized care for complex conditions, often missed or dismissed in conventional settings.
We address:
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Gut Health & Food Intolerance
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Hormone & Metabolic Health
→ Perimenopause, Menopause, Andropause
→ Hormonal Weight Gain, Metabolic Dysfunction
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Reproductive Health
→ Fertility, Pregnancy, Postpartum
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Immune & Autoimmune Conditions
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Pain, Movement & Recovery
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Family & Lifespan Wellness
→ Pediatric, Adolescent, Women’s, and Men’s Health
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Whole-Body Wellness & Prevention
→ Stress, Burnout, Longevity
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Chronic & Unresolved Symptoms
→ Incomplete Diagnoses, Overlooked Conditions
Many of our patients come to us after years of searching for answers — often having seen multiple specialists with no clear resolution.
When You’ve Been Misdiagnosed or Dismissed
Millions of Americans are misdiagnosed each year, especially those with overlapping or complex conditions. At Aligned Modern Health, we often treat patients who have been told “everything looks normal” — yet still feel unwell.
Functional Medicine changes that experience:
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Longer intake appointments
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Full lifestyle and medical history review
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Customized lab testing beyond standard blood work
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A treatment plan built around your unique biology
We help uncover the missing pieces and give you a clear path forward.
Why Boulder Residents Seek Functional Medicine
Boulder’s identity is deeply rooted in health and sustainability. Ranked as one of the healthiest cities in the U.S. and home to the University of Colorado, Boulder boasts a highly educated, wellness-oriented population. Locals value prevention, clean living, and community-driven solutions — all of which align with Functional Medicine.
The city’s largest employer, The University of Colorado Boulder, offers its employees several health insurance plans administered by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Kaiser Permanente — including the CU Health Plan – Exclusive, Extended, High Deductible/HSA Compatible, and Kaiser options. Aligned Modern Health accepts most Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield plans for Functional Medicine, making our care model both accessible and aligned with CU Boulder employee benefits.
Top reasons Boulder residents turn to this approach:
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A desire for personalized, whole-body care
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Focus on hormonal health, gut health, and mental clarity
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Frustration with short, surface-level appointments
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Interest in prevention, performance, and long-term wellness
Whether you’re biking along Boulder Creek or managing stress in a fast-paced academic or tech career, Functional Medicine provides tailored support for the way you live.
What to Expect From Your Visit
At Aligned Modern Health, your first appointment is more than a consultation — it’s a comprehensive health evaluation.
You can expect:
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60–90 minute intake visit with a Functional Medicine doctor
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In-depth health timeline and symptom analysis
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Advanced diagnostic testing (e.g., stool, urine, hormone panels)
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Personalized nutrition, supplement, and lifestyle plan
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Ongoing collaboration with your provider
We treat you as a whole person — not a set of disconnected symptoms. Learn more about our Functional Medicine doctors.
The Aligned Modern Health Difference
| Clinical Care Team |
Comprehensive Testing |
Personalized Treatment |
Whole-Body Wellness |
| Our expert team of doctors, clinicians, and care coordinators collaborate with you to deliver impactful results. |
We go deeper than standard labs—analyzing gut health, inflammation, nutrient markers, and metabolic function to identify the root cause. |
Your care plan is tailored to your symptoms, history, lifestyle, and goals—designed to support your body’s unique biology. |
Holistic support for nutrition, stress, sleep, and movement to enhance your long-term health and vitality. |
We also offer virtual care seven days a week, accept most major insurance plans, and never rush you through a visit.
How Functional Medicine Complements Conventional Care
Functional Medicine doesn’t replace conventional care — it enhances it. We work best when patients have access to both acute care and long-term strategies that support healing at the root.
You might benefit if you’ve:
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Been told your labs are “normal” but still feel unwell
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Struggled with chronic symptoms or mystery diagnoses
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Wanted a more proactive approach to health
We collaborate with — not against — your existing care. Many of our patients continue seeing specialists, while we help connect the dots.
Why Choose Aligned Modern Health in Boulder
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Doctors trained in clinical nutrition and lifestyle medicine
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Root-cause testing that goes beyond the basics
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Insurance-friendly model
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Available for virtual and in-person visits
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Dedicated to evidence-based, holistic care
We’re proud to serve Boulder’s vibrant, wellness-minded community with a model that’s as thoughtful and forward-looking as the city itself.
Getting Started With Functional Medicine in Boulder
It’s easy to begin your journey.
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Book online or call us today
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Prepare your full health history and list of symptoms
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Be ready to take an active role in your care
Your next chapter starts here.