Functional Medicine

Meet Your Practitioner: Lauren Parker, NP

Appointments are led by Nurse Practitioner Lauren Parker, who brings a unique combination of conventional medical expertise and a deep passion for natural, holistic healing. With years of experience in the traditional healthcare system, Lauren saw firsthand how many patients were left without real solutions — often given medications to manage symptoms without addressing the root cause of their health issues.

Determined to offer something better, Lauren turned to Functional Medicine, where she blends the science of modern diagnostics with a more personalized, patient-centered approach. She believes in minimizing reliance on pharmaceuticals and instead focuses on nutrition, lifestyle, herbal support, and whole-body healing to achieve lasting results.

 
 

What Is Functional Medicine?

Functional medicine is an alternative, systems-based approach to healthcare that seeks to identify and treat the root causes of illness — rather than just masking symptoms with quick fixes or prescriptions.

Because your genetics, environment, diet, stress, sleep, movement, and emotional health all contribute to your well-being, each of these areas is taken into account when developing your personalized plan.

Unlike conventional care, this approach:

  • Looks at how your body systems work together, not in isolation

  • Recognizes that chronic symptoms often stem from imbalances that can be corrected

  • Requires active participation from you as the patient — making you a key partner in your healing journey

What to Expect in Your Appointment

During your initial Functional Medicine consultation with Lauren, you'll work together to uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface. This is not a one-size-fits-all approach — it’s a collaborative process focused on sustainable, achievable changes that work for you.

Here’s what you’ll get:

A deeper interpretation of your labs — not just “within normal range,” but what they actually mean for your health
Nutrition guidance that starts with what’s already in your kitchen
Real-life movement & exercise strategies tailored to your needs
Lifestyle shifts that support hormonal balance, digestion, energy, and mental clarity
A clear, step-by-step plan — not just advice, but real tools and support