At Functional Medicine at Columbus OBGYN, we believe wellness is more than just managing symptoms—it’s about understanding your body and supporting its natural balance. That’s why we offer functional medicine, an integrative approach that focuses on identifying underlying causes and creating personalized solutions for your health. Our functional medicine team takes the time to understand your unique needs, empowering you to take charge of your well-being. We also believe that high-quality care should be accessible, which is why we work with your insurance to help make functional medicine a viable option for you. Explore our specialized services and discover how functional medicine can help you feel your best from the inside out.
Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach that embraces the uniqueness of your health journey. Instead of focusing solely on symptoms, we take a deeper look at the root causes of illness, considering how lifestyle, environmental, and genetic factors interact to influence your long-term well-being.
We examine key foundations of health, including:
Understanding how the foods you eat impact your overall health.
The importance of digestion and a healthy gut microbiome.
Encouraging movement that supports your body’s strength and vitality.
Identifying and managing stressors that affect your physical and mental well-being.
Prioritizing restorative rest to allow your body to heal and function at its best.
Unlike conventional medicine, which often manages chronic conditions with medications or surgery, functional medicine works to uncover the drivers of your health concerns and restore balance naturally. Your body is designed to heal and thrive, and through personalized care and thoughtful strategies, we guide you toward lasting wellness.
Meet Our Functional Medicine Provider in Columbus, Ohio
Dr. Houser is a board-certified OB/GYN and practicing partner at Columbus OBGYN. She treats common gynecologic problems using a functional medicine approach, incorporating foundational functional medicine principles while encouraging patients to work with their primary care physicians for general healthcare needs.
After practicing conventional medicine for nearly 15 years, Dr. Houser witnessed many patients struggling with chronic health issues, often managing symptoms without finding long-term solutions. She witnessed patients returning year after year with declining health, increasing medications, and a lack of real answers. Determined to find a better way, she explored integrative medicine and ultimately found her calling with the Institute of Functional Medicine.
Traditional medicine effectively treats acute conditions like infections and injuries. However, for chronic health issues—such as fatigue, hormonal imbalances, and digestive problems—conventional approaches often prioritize symptom management through medications or surgery, which may not address the root causes.
Functional medicine delves deeper by assessing a patient’s full health history, lifestyle, and unique physiology. This allows us to identify underlying imbalances driving symptoms. We develop customized treatment plans that support the body’s natural healing processes, focusing on how lifestyle, environmental factors, and genetics contribute to chronic conditions.
By integrating functional medicine within an insurance-based framework, we offer a welcoming environment for all patients—regardless of their familiarity with alternative approaches.
Our goal is to support patients at every stage of their wellness journey. We provide:
Support that matches your readiness for change.
Help in navigating health challenges effectively.
Whether you choose conventional treatments or functional strategies, we ensure you have the resources and support necessary for your health journey.
Before your appointment, we will ask you to provide any lab results from the past three months and a written list of all medications and supplements you’re taking, along with details of any other healthcare providers you see regularly, such as chiropractors or acupuncturists.
Your visit will focus on uncovering the root causes of your symptoms. We’ll assess:
Estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol levels play a key role in PMS and PMDD.
Blood sugar imbalances and inflammatory foods can worsen symptoms.
The gut microbiome influences hormone metabolism and mood regulation.
Chronic stress can lead to adrenal fatigue and worsen hormonal imbalances.
Sleep patterns, physical activity, and toxin exposure will also be evaluated.
By understanding the full picture of your health, we can create a customized treatment plan to address the underlying imbalances.
With the rise of social media and access to a broader range of health information, more patients are seeking alternatives to conventional treatments. Many women feel frustrated by a lack of answers when it comes to chronic health issues, and functional medicine provides a new perspective—one that prioritizes finding the root cause rather than simply managing symptoms.
At Functional Medicine at Columbus OBGYN, we’re proud to offer functional medicine as part of our commitment to comprehensive women’s healthcare. Whether you’re dealing with hormonal imbalances, digestive concerns, or persistent fatigue, we’re here to help you explore a holistic approach to feeling your best.
Are you ready to take a proactive approach to your health? Schedule a functional medicine consultation with Columbus OBGYN today.
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