Validating the credentials and experience of a functional medicine doctor can help you proceed with confidence. Functional medicine doctors should be real doctors that practice a more holistic approach. While quality of education and experience can vary, the functional medicine doctor of choice should be a real doctor, meaning they have undergone a medical school program to earn a degree in MD.

The best functional medicine doctor in Florida, is the one you choose worthy of your business. Dr. Davis, owner and practicing functional medicine doctor of the Reveal Vitality is a triple board certified doctor in Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and Internal Medicine. Combined with decades of experience, Dr. Davis strives to be the best at everything he does, including how he shows up for his patients. After medical school, Dr. Davis was honored as Chief Medical Resident at Johns Hopkins/Sinai University during his residency and has continued to earn incredible accolades throughout his career.

As you explore options, be mindful that some functional medicine practitioners are “real” doctors, as many have solely learned and practiced functional medicine. However, they may be lacking the credentials.

It is no secret that through the practice of traditional modern medicine, life expectancies have increased. That said, there is a growing recognition for the power of functional medicine in conjunction with traditional medicine, when needed, for a multifaceted approach to healthcare.

The most comprehensive care is achieved when patients are open to both a preventative and personalized treatment plan via functional medicine in conjunction with traditional medicine practices when necessary, such as emergency procedures or necessary medications. There are pros and cons to both traditional and holistic corners of the medical field.

Pros of functional medicine:

• Functional medicine doctors take the time to get to know you and develop personalized care and treatment plans.
• Patients receive comprehensive testing to unveil the root of an ailment or condition.
• There is a prioritization of prevention vs. relying on “band aid medicine.”

Cons of functional medicine:

• Healing is not always a linear journey, true healing sourced at the root of a problem may take some time, there may not be a quick fix.
• Functional medicine takes accountability. Often, lifestyle changes must be made in order to heal.

For Florida residents who truly wish to heal, guidance is available with the best functional medicine doctor in Florida. At Reveal Vitality we proudly serve several communities in Florida as the best functional medicine doctor. Communities include Tampa, Sarasota, Miami, and Brandenton, with services extending beyond with the option for virtual care.

Functional medicine doctors, like Dr. Davis, who has undergone medical training and received a degree, is qualified to make diagnoses. Functional medicine doctors can also prescribe medication when absolutely necessary. (1) Functional medicine doctors typically place a priority on lifestyle changes and natural healing powers before resorting to medication that may simply cover up symptoms of an ailment. Once the root cause of symptoms or ailments has been detected through comprehensive testing and in-depth input from the patient, functional medicine doctors design a blueprint that includes any combination of lifestyle changes, nutritional counseling, hormonal optimization, vitamin therapy, detoxification, and/or other natural therapies to begin the healing journey.

While it has been around for centuries, in more recent years, functional medicine has become more aligned with health trends and beliefs. It's become more widely recognized as a phenomenal resource for a healthier life.

Even so, functional medicine does have an air of controversy surrounding the practice. This may be due, in part, to a lack of insurance coverage for functional medicine. Some folks assume that because functional medicine is seldom covered by mainstream insurance plans or providers that it must not be a viable medical field.

This is untrue. In fact, many insurance providers may not cover functional medicine as its popularity might ultimately result in a loss of funds for insurance companies if it were to become more accessible. More fuel for the controversy surrounding functional medicine may be the lack of consistency in training throughout the field. As mentioned above, make sure to do your research regarding qualifications and experience of any functional medicine practitioner you plan to see. Learn more about Dr. Davis and our team at Reveal Vitality.

A functional medicine diet is one that aligns with the saying “food is fuel.” By paying attention to what you put into your body and prioritizing clean foods with plenty of proteins, healthy fat, fiber, and phytonutrients, you are eating your way to a healthier you. While our bodies may be alike, our needs can vary, as can our genetic makeup. To learn more about a personalized functional medicine diet built just for you, contact Reveal Vitality today.

According to the Institute for Functional Medicine, Dr. Jeffrey Bland created the concept of functional medicine circa 1990. Since then, there have been few pioneers in the field of functional medicine, including the best Functional Medicine Doctor in Miami, Sarasota, Tampa, and Bradenton . .Dr. Davis.