Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine is a holistic approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of various health issues by incorporating personalised lifestyle changes. From nutrition and exercise to stress management and sleep optimisation, functional medicine emphasises proactive, evidence-based strategies to prevent, manage, and even reverse chronic conditions. Our dedicated team of practitioners help in guiding individuals towards healthier choices, promoting sustainable habits that contribute to overall wellness.

We help you find practitioners who can provide personalised advice and support tailored to your unique needs. Explore the possibilities of functional medicine with us, where evidence-based practices are designed to elevate your health, prevent chronic conditions, and foster resilience and vitality.

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Rohan Smith
Functional Medicine Practitioner
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TE
42.65111
13.97756
Eastwood
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South Australia
-34.9429
138.6217
Rohan is a functional medicine practitioner with over 13 years of clinical experience, focused on uncovering and treating the root causes of chronic and complex health issues rather than simply managing symptoms. He has a particular interest in gut health, using detailed clinical assessment alongside advanced functional testing, including stool and microbiome analysis, to better understand issues such as bloating, digestive irregularities, food sensitivities, and gut-related fatigue. Rohan works closely with patients who have often tried multiple approaches without success, taking time to interpret results in clear, practical language and developing personalised, realistic treatment plans that support lasting improvement rather than generic protocols.
anxiety, autoimmune-conditions, chronic-fatigue, depression, autism, brain-fog-cognitive-function, cardiometabolic-health, crohns, weight-management, fibromyalgia, functional-medicine, gut-issues, hashimotos, high-cholesterol, hypothyroidism, ibs, inflammation, insomnia, integrative-medicine, long-covid, mens-health, mental-health, metabolic-health, neurologist-near-me, obesity, ocd, stress, thyroid-and-adrenal-conditions
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Dr Ailina Ismail
Functional GP
Hoppers Crossing
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VIC
-37.86631
144.6951
Dr Ailina Ismail helps people with fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, hormonal changes, thyroid concerns, and suspected autoimmune dysfunction understand what their body may be trying to communicate, especially when standard tests have been called “normal”. With more than 30 years of clinical experience and a strong background in conventional medicine, Dr Ailina Ismail is a Functional Medicine Doctor dedicated to helping people uncover the root causes behind persistent symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, hormonal changes, digestive issues, thyroid concerns, inflammation, and suspected autoimmune dysfunction. Her approach combines medical rigour with a comprehensive, whole-body perspective, exploring how factors including gut health, hormones, immunity, metabolism, nutrition, environment, and the nervous system may be influencing overall wellbeing. Through her signature 5R Program, Dr Ailina provides a structured and personalised framework that includes detailed history taking, functional bloodwork interpretation, lifestyle and nutrition guidance, and practical education to help clients gain clarity, feel heard, and make informed decisions about their health. She is particularly passionate about supporting health-conscious women who have struggled to find answers and are seeking a more thorough, clinically grounded approach to long-term wellness.
functional-medicine, hashimotos, autoimmune-conditions, chronic-fatigue, weight-management, gut-issues, hormone-issues, hypothyroidism, menopause, obesity, peri-menopause, preventative-health, thyroid-and-adrenal-conditions, womens-health-hub, neurologist-near-me, osteoporosis
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Dr Chris Chappel
Functional GP
North Shore Sydney
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NSW
-31.3985
152.9012
Pymble
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NSW
-33.74568
151.14319
Dr Chris Chappel is a very experienced and specialised Functional Medicine GP with special interests in reversing diabetes, weight loss, mental health and gut issues.
leaky-gut-syndrome, anti-aging, anxiety, autoimmune-conditions, depression, diabetes, weight-management, functional-medicine, gut-issues, ibs, mental-health
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Jarrod Cooper
Naturopath
Perth
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WA
-31.95126
115.85805
chronic-fatigue, leaky-gut-syndrome, thyroid-and-adrenal-conditions, anxiety, autoimmune-conditions, chronic-disease, depression, functional-medicine, gut-issues, ibs, mental-health
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Dr Peter Holsman
Integrative Medicine GP
Melbourne CBD
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VIC
-37.8142
144.96333
East Melbourne
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VIC
-37.81292
144.98572
Hawthorn
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VIC
-37.82501
145.03143
With over 30 years of experience, Peter's area of expertise is the use of integrative and functional medicine to help treat patients experiencing fatigue-related illnesses
chronic-fatigue, thyroid-and-adrenal-conditions, anxiety, chronic-disease, depression, functional-medicine, gut-issues, hormone-issues, ibs, integrative-medicine
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Steven Mouratidis
Naturopath
Melbourne CBD
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VIC
-37.8142
144.96333
East Melbourne
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VIC
-37.81292
144.98572
Kew
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VIC
-37.80289
145.03473
Steven is a Naturopath - Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. His special interest areas are Functional Medicine- Bredesen Protocol, Gut health and issues, IBS, Children's Health, Chronic disease, Autoimmune conditions, Menopause. Chronic fatigue, Mental health issues and Ageing Well.
chronic-fatigue, autoimmune-conditions, childrens-health, chronic-disease, functional-medicine, gut-issues, ibs, menopause, mental-health, naturopath-near-me
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Dr Sharon Chant
Functional GP
Forest Glen
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QLD
-26.68705
153.00623
Noosa
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QLD
-27.47372
152.99576
autism, thyroid-and-adrenal-conditions, anxiety, depression, fertility-and-pregnancy, functional-medicine, hormone-issues, menopause, mental-health, peri-menopause, womens-health-hub
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Dr Michael Corbett
General Practitioner
Glen Forrest
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WA
-31.91047
116.10097
Perth
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WA
-31.95126
115.85805
autoimmune-conditions, fertility-and-pregnancy, functional-medicine, hormone-issues, mens-health, menopause, peri-menopause, womens-health-hub
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As parents, it’s natural to focus on what we can see: meltdowns, poor concentration, anxiety, tummy aches, fussy eating or difficulty sleeping. These behaviours can be challenging, and while they may appear unrelated, they’re sometimes clues that something deeper is happening within a child’s developing body and brain. Looking beyond the behaviour to understand what may be contributing to it is an important part of supporting a child's overall wellbeing.

Functional Testing and Biometric Tracking – The New Frontier in Personalised Healthcare

The future of health is not just about treating disease—it’s about detecting dysfunction early, tracking progress, and tailoring care to the individual. In Australia and globally, functional testing and biometric tracking are transforming how practitioners assess, monitor, and empower patients. Patients want more data, more answers, and more personalised care.

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FAQs

What should I expect during a functional medicine consultation?

During a functional medicine consultation, the practitioner will take a detailed medical history, including information about your lifestyle, diet, stress levels, genetics, and environmental exposures. They may also order specialized lab tests to gain a deeper understanding of your body’s function. The goal is to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses the root causes of your health concerns.

What types of conditions can functional medicine treat?

Functional medicine can be used to treat a wide range of chronic conditions, including autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders (such as irritable bowel syndrome or Crohn’s disease), hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.

How is functional medicine different from conventional medicine?

Unlike conventional medicine, which often focuses on diagnosing and treating specific diseases or symptoms, functional medicine seeks to understand the underlying causes of illness by considering the complex interactions between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors. Functional medicine practitioners use a systems-oriented approach, aiming to treat the whole person rather than just the disease.