Functional Medicine in Dunedin, FL
A comprehensive, root-cause approach to chronic health concerns. Our licensed practitioners offer 45-minute appointments, advanced lab testing, and personalized care plans — in-person in Dunedin or via telehealth across Florida.
What Is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying factors contributing to chronic health concerns, rather than only managing symptoms. It uses comprehensive lab testing to evaluate interconnected systems including inflammation, nutrient status, gut health, hormone balance, and detoxification capacity.
At its core, functional medicine asks a different question than conventional medicine. Instead of "what disease do you have and what medication treats it?", functional medicine asks "why are you experiencing these symptoms, and what factors are contributing?"
This approach is especially valuable for people dealing with chronic conditions, autoimmune issues, hormonal imbalances, gut problems, fatigue, brain fog, and other concerns where standard testing has returned "normal" results but symptoms persist.
The Core Principles of Functional Medicine
- Patient-centered care — Treats you as a whole person, not just a collection of symptoms or a diagnosis
- Root cause focus — Identifies the underlying factors driving your symptoms rather than only suppressing them
- Whole-systems biology — Recognizes that body systems are interconnected (gut affects brain, hormones affect immunity, etc.)
- Comprehensive testing — Uses advanced labs to look at factors conventional testing often misses
- Personalized care plans — No two patients receive the exact same plan; everything is tailored to your situation
- Lifestyle as medicine — Considers diet, sleep, stress, movement, and environment as primary tools
How Is Functional Medicine Different From Conventional Medicine?
Conventional medicine is excellent for acute care, emergencies, surgery, and specific disease management. Functional medicine takes a complementary approach focused on chronic conditions, prevention, and root-cause investigation.
Many of our patients use both approaches together. Functional medicine doesn't replace your primary care doctor or specialists — it provides additional insight into the factors influencing your overall health.
Comparison: Conventional vs. Functional Medicine
| Conventional Medicine | Functional Medicine |
|---|---|
| Brief appointments focused on single issue | 45-minute appointments examining full picture |
| Standard lab panels (TSH, CBC, basic metabolic) | Comprehensive labs (hormones, gut, nutrients, inflammation) |
| Treats symptoms as separate issues | Looks for connections between symptoms |
| Medication-focused interventions | Diet, lifestyle, supplements, and coordinated care |
| Uses standard "normal" lab ranges | Considers optimal functional ranges |
| One-size-fits-all treatment pathways | Personalized plans based on individual factors |
| Insurance-driven appointment lengths | Cash-based with longer time per patient |
Conditions Addressed by Functional Medicine
Functional medicine considers how multiple body systems interact. We work with patients dealing with a wide variety of chronic conditions, particularly those where conventional approaches have not fully resolved symptoms.
🦋 Thyroid Conditions
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
- Hypothyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Thyroid nodules
🛡️ Autoimmune Conditions
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Sjögren's syndrome
- Multiple sclerosis
- Psoriasis
🌀 Gut Health Issues
- IBS and digestive concerns
- Bloating and gas
- Acid reflux / GERD
- Food sensitivities
- Crohn's and colitis
⚖️ Hormonal Imbalances
- PMS and perimenopause
- PCOS
- Adrenal concerns
- Low energy / fatigue
- Mood and sleep issues
😴 Chronic Fatigue
- Persistent fatigue
- Brain fog
- Low energy
- Adrenal dysfunction
- Sleep concerns
🔥 Inflammation
- Chronic joint pain
- Skin conditions
- Allergies and sensitivities
- Inflammatory markers
- Persistent symptoms
📊 Metabolic Concerns
- Pre-diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes support
- Weight challenges
- Blood sugar issues
- Insulin resistance
🧠 Cognitive & Mood
- Brain fog
- Concentration issues
- Anxiety
- Mood concerns
- Memory issues
🔬 Complex Cases
- Multiple overlapping symptoms
- "Normal labs but feel unwell"
- Lyme and chronic infections
- Heavy metal exposure
- Unexplained chronic conditions
Our Functional Medicine Approach
At Root Healing Wellness, our approach to functional medicine combines comprehensive lab testing, extended appointment times, and personalized care plans. Here's what makes our methodology distinct.
Comprehensive Lab Testing
We go far beyond standard panels. Depending on your situation, we may test hormones, thyroid markers, nutrient status, gut health, inflammation, food sensitivities, heavy metals, and more. The right testing reveals the bigger picture.
45-Minute Appointments
Real conversations take time. Our appointments are designed so you can actually discuss your full health picture — symptoms, history, lifestyle, goals — not just one issue in a rushed visit.
Personalized Care Plans
Every plan is built around YOUR situation. We consider diet, lifestyle, targeted supplementation, herbal medicine, and coordinated care with your other healthcare providers when appropriate.
Collaborative Care
We work alongside your existing healthcare team. Functional medicine complements rather than replaces conventional care — and we coordinate with your other providers when appropriate.
Patient Education
You'll understand your own health. We explain your lab results, discuss what they mean, and educate you about your situation so you can make informed decisions.
Whole-Body Perspective
Symptoms in one area often connect to factors elsewhere. We look at gut health, hormones, inflammation, nutrients, stress, and environmental exposures together rather than in isolation.
What Labs Does Functional Medicine Use?
Functional medicine uses comprehensive lab testing to evaluate factors that standard panels often don't cover. The specific labs we recommend depend on your symptoms, history, and goals.
Common Functional Medicine Labs
- Comprehensive Thyroid Panel — TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, TPO and TgAb antibodies (not just TSH)
- Sex Hormone Testing — Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and metabolites
- Adrenal / Cortisol Testing — Salivary cortisol patterns throughout the day
- Gut Microbiome Analysis — Comprehensive stool testing for bacteria, parasites, yeast, inflammation markers, and digestion
- Food Sensitivity Testing — IgG-based testing for delayed reactions to foods
- Nutrient Status — Vitamin D, B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, iron, omega-3s, and more
- Inflammation Markers — hs-CRP, homocysteine, and other markers of chronic inflammation
- Heavy Metals Testing — Mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, and other environmental toxins
- Genetic / MTHFR Testing — Methylation and detoxification genetic markers
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel — Blood sugar, insulin, A1c, lipids with deeper interpretation
Not every patient needs every test. We recommend specific labs based on your symptoms, history, and goals. A discovery call helps us understand what testing might be most useful for your situation.
Our Functional Medicine Team
Our team includes licensed Doctors of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Physicians with extensive experience in functional medicine, integrative care, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Dr. Gene Healy
20+ years of experience in functional medicine, thyroid and autoimmune care, and integrative health approaches.
Dr. Beverly Sorrells
Functional medicine, detoxification protocols, metabolic health, and patient education.
Dr. Shyler Neveaux
Women's health, hormonal balance, autoimmune conditions, and pain management approaches.
Functional Medicine Telehealth Across Florida
You don't need to live near Dunedin to work with our team. We offer comprehensive functional medicine consultations via secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth to patients across the state of Florida.
What's Available via Telehealth
- Discovery calls — 30-minute initial conversations
- Comprehensive consultations — Full intake and history review
- Lab review and care plan discussions — Detailed walk-through of your results
- Follow-up visits — Ongoing care and adjustments
- Herbal and supplement consultations
How Functional Medicine Telehealth Works
- Schedule your visit — Book online or by phone
- Connect securely — Click a HIPAA-compliant video link at appointment time
- Have your appointment — Same quality conversation as in-person
- Labs ordered locally — We send orders to LabCorp or Quest near you
- Supplements shipped — Delivered directly to your door
Our functional medicine telehealth services are available to residents of all 67 Florida counties, including Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Orange, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Lee, Duval, and beyond.
Our Dunedin, FL Office
Convenient Tampa Bay Location
Our functional medicine practice is located in the heart of Dunedin, Florida — just minutes from Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Largo, Tarpon Springs, and Safety Harbor.
- Address:
595 Main Street, Suite 201
Dunedin, FL 34698 - Phone: (727) 437-8582
- Email: roothealingfl@gmail.com
- Hours:
Monday – Friday, by appointment
Areas We Serve
We serve patients from Dunedin, Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Largo, Tarpon Springs, Safety Harbor, Oldsmar, Tampa, St. Petersburg, and surrounding Tampa Bay communities. Telehealth available statewide across Florida.
Why Choose Root Healing Wellness
- Licensed practitioners with decades of combined experience
- 4.9-star Google rating from 107+ reviews
- 45-minute appointments for real conversations
- Comprehensive lab testing beyond standard panels
- Personalized care plans tailored to your situation
- Telehealth available across Florida
- HSA and FSA accepted for payment
- Free parking at our Dunedin office
Functional Medicine FAQs
Here are the most common questions we receive about functional medicine. If you have a specific question, feel free to call us at (727) 437-8582 or browse our full FAQ page.
What is the $47 discovery call?
Our $47 discovery call is a 30-minute telehealth conversation. It's an opportunity to share your symptoms and health history, learn about our functional medicine approach, and discuss whether we might be a good fit for your situation. There is no commitment to ongoing care.
Do you take insurance for functional medicine?
We are a cash-based practice for functional medicine consultations, which allows us to spend more time with each patient. Many patients use HSA or FSA funds for our services. We can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Is functional medicine evidence-based?
Functional medicine draws from peer-reviewed research in areas like nutrition, microbiology, endocrinology, and integrative medicine. Many functional medicine interventions — such as dietary modifications, stress management, and targeted supplementation — have research support. However, functional medicine takes a more individualized approach than standardized care protocols. We always coordinate with your other healthcare providers when appropriate.
How long does it take to see results?
Timelines vary significantly based on each patient's situation. Some patients notice changes within several weeks, while others find that meaningful improvements take several months. Individual results vary based on the complexity of the condition, how long symptoms have been present, and consistency with the personalized plan.
Can functional medicine work alongside my regular doctor?
Yes, absolutely. Functional medicine is designed to complement rather than replace conventional medicine. We work alongside your primary care physician and any specialists. Many patients benefit from using both approaches together — and we coordinate care when appropriate.
Do you offer telehealth for functional medicine?
Yes. We offer comprehensive functional medicine consultations via secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth to patients across all 67 Florida counties. Labs can be ordered at a LabCorp or Quest location near you, and supplements can be shipped directly to your door.
What labs does functional medicine use?
Functional medicine uses comprehensive lab testing including thyroid panels, hormone testing, gut microbiome analysis, food sensitivity testing, nutrient status, inflammation markers, heavy metals testing, and genetic markers. The specific labs recommended depend on your symptoms, history, and goals. Not every patient needs every test.
What conditions does functional medicine treat?
Functional medicine works with a wide range of chronic conditions including thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, gut health concerns, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and metabolic concerns. It's especially useful for complex cases where conventional approaches haven't fully resolved symptoms.
Where are you located?
Root Healing Wellness is located at 595 Main Street, Suite 201, Dunedin, FL 34698. We serve patients in-person from Dunedin, Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Largo, Tarpon Springs, Safety Harbor, and surrounding Tampa Bay areas. Telehealth services available across Florida.
Book Your $47 Discovery Call
A 30-minute telehealth conversation with our team. Share your symptoms, discuss your health history, and learn whether functional medicine could be a good fit for your situation. No commitment to ongoing care.
Prefer to talk? Call us at (727) 437-8582 · Monday – Friday