Pediatric Functional Medicine at Forum Health
Root-cause care for children with complex and chronic health concerns
Forum Health’s pediatric functional medicine program provides personalized, evidence-based care for children experiencing chronic or unexplained symptoms. Rather than managing symptoms in isolation, our expert team focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying drivers of illness so your child can heal, grow, and thrive.
Our approach integrates advanced diagnostics, lifestyle and nutritional medicine, and individualized care plans designed specifically for pediatric patients.
A different approach to pediatric care
Many children struggle with ongoing issues that are difficult to resolve through conventional care alone. Recurrent infections, digestive problems, immune dysfunction, and food reactions often share deeper biological or environmental root causes.
Functional medicine looks at the whole child, including genetics, gut health, immune function, environmental exposures, and metabolic balance, to understand why symptoms are happening and how to correct them.
Forum Health providers partner closely with families to deliver thoughtful, comprehensive care that evolves as your child grows.
Pediatric conditions we support
Our pediatric functional medicine services commonly address:
Chronic Infection
Recurrent or persistent infections can signal immune dysregulation or underlying inflammatory triggers. We evaluate immune resilience and contributing factors to support long-term recovery.
Gut Health & Digestive Disorders
Digestive symptoms such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea, reflux, or abdominal pain often stem from microbiome imbalances or food reactions. Restoring gut health is foundational to pediatric wellness.
Mold Toxicity & Environmental Exposure
Environmental toxins, including mold exposure, can contribute to inflammation, fatigue, neurologic symptoms, and immune dysfunction. Advanced testing helps identify and address these contributors.
Autoimmune & Immune Dysregulation
Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions require a careful, individualized approach. Functional medicine focuses on calming immune overactivity while addressing triggers that drive chronic inflammation.
Metabolic Dysfunction
Imbalances in energy production, blood sugar regulation, and nutrient metabolism can affect growth, focus, immunity, and overall development. We assess and support metabolic pathways with targeted care.
What to expect from pediatric care
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Comprehensive Evaluation
We review your child’s medical history, growth patterns, symptoms, nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental exposures to build a complete health picture.
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Advanced Diagnostic Testing
When appropriate, we use targeted lab testing to assess gut function, immune balance, metabolic health, toxin exposure, and food sensitivities.
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Personalized Treatment Plans
Care plans are tailored to your child’s unique needs and may include nutrition guidance, lifestyle strategies, targeted supplementation, and ongoing clinical support.
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Ongoing Care & Monitoring
We track progress, adjust treatment plans, and support your child’s health over time to ensure sustainable improvements.
Meet your pediatric provider
Garrett Seibold, DO leads Forum Health’s pediatric functional medicine care with a focus on root-cause healing, clinical precision, and family-centered care. He works closely with parents to uncover the underlying contributors to chronic pediatric conditions and create personalized treatment strategies that support long-term health and development.
Is pediatric functional medicine right for your child?
Functional medicine may be a strong fit if your child has ongoing symptoms that have not fully resolved with conventional care—or if you are seeking a deeper, more personalized approach to health. Forum Health’s pediatric services are designed to complement traditional pediatric care, not replace it, and we collaborate with your child’s existing care team when appropriate.
Get Started with Forum Health
Taking the first step toward root-cause pediatric care is simple.
Our care team will guide you through scheduling, next steps, and what to
expect from your child’s first visit.
