Functional Medicine Services in Vienna, VA

Weight, Metabolism & Heart Health

Weight, metabolism, and heart health are closely interconnected, with excess weight often leading to metabolic disorders like insulin resistance and increased risk of heart disease. Forum Health supports your journey to maintain a healthy weight, metabolism, and cardiovascular system, as well as reducing risk factors.

Weight Loss Resistance and Obesity

An excess accumulation of body fat and the inability to lose weight that persists over time, negatively affecting overall health, increasing inflammation, and the risk of other diseases.

Risk Factor Reduction

The process of minimizing or eliminating factors that may increase the likelihood of developing certain diseases or conditions related to weight, obesity, metabolic, and heart health.

Possible Symptoms:
High Cholesterol | High Blood Pressure | Diabetes and Prediabetes | Obesity | Insulin Resistance

Stroke and Heart Attack

A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is disrupted, leading to brain damage and potentially severe neurological consequences. A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart is blocked, often due to a clot or plaque buildup, resulting in damage to the heart muscle and potentially life-threatening complications.

Non-Fatty Liver Disease

A condition where excess fat accumulates in the liver of people who drink little to no alcohol. Inflammation and liver cell damage leading to more severe conditions such as fibrosis, cirrhosis and liver cancer.

Fat Loss Procedures

Encompasses various medical interventions aimed at reducing excess fat in specific areas of the body such as CoolSculpting – a non-invasive procedure that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat cells and tones muscle.

Possible Symptoms:
Stubborn Pockets of Fat in the Abdomen, Thighs, Upper Arms and Chin | Bulges, Roll or Excess Fat

Hormone Health

Hormones serve as messengers in the body, regulating various physiological processes including metabolism, energy, weight, growth, mood, and reproduction. Forum Health will help you identify your hormone imbalances to regain optimal hormone function and health.

Adrenal Imbalances

Also referred to as adrenal fatigue, a condition where an insufficient production of hormones, particularly cortisol, by the adrenal glands affects various bodily functions.

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Erectile Dysfunction

The consistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance, often stemming from a variety of physical, psychological, or lifestyle factors.

Possible Symptoms:
Complete Inability to Get an Erection | Inability to Maintain an Erection | Requiring a Great Deal of Stimulation to Maintain an Erection

Hair Loss

Also known as alopecia, this condition is a partial or complete loss of hair from the scalp or other parts of the body with hormones playing a significant role in disrupting the hair-growth cycle.

Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s Disease, and Thyroiditis

Autoimmune disorders caused by either an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) or the immune system attacking the thyroid gland (Hashimoto’s disease) resulting in decreased production of the thyroid hormone.

Low Libido (Men and Women)

A reduced sexual desire in men and women manifesting as a lack of interest in initiating or engaging in sexual activity, reduced frequency of sexual thoughts or physical arousal, and difficulties in intimate relationships.

Possible Symptoms:
Difficulty Becoming Aroused | Reduced Sexual Desire | Avoidance of Sexual Situations | Lack of Pleasure During Sex | Sexual Dissatisfaction

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Low Testosterone

Also known as Low T, indicates below average levels of testosterone that can impact sexual development and sperm production, ability to build muscle mass, bone density, emotional health, and more.

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Perimenopause and Menopause

Generally occurring between a woman’s late thirties to age 55, characterized by hormonal fluctuations and decline, depletion of estrogen, and the cessation of menstruation signifying the end of a woman’s reproductive years.

PMS

Premenstrual symptom occurs in women of reproductive age manifesting in physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms related to hormone fluctuations of the menstrual cycle.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

A hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age causing infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods and excess male hormone levels, where the ovaries may develop follicles and fail to regularly release eggs.

Urinary Incontinence

Stress incontinence is involuntary urine leakage caused by pressure on the bladder and weakened pelvic floor muscles; and urge incontinence, or overactive bladder, is a sudden and intense urge to urinate triggered by certain food or drinks, medication or underlying causes.

Possible Symptoms:
Frequent Urination | Sudden and Strong Urge to Urinate | Leaking Urine | Involuntary Leaking of Urine when Coughing, Laughing, Sneezing

Gut & Digestive Disorders

Gut and digestive health disorders encompass a range of conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, which can significantly impact overall health. Forum Health will help you get to the underlying cause of your gut issues with advanced testing, medical detox, lifestyle modifications, nutraceuticals and health coaching.

Acid Reflux + GERD

Acid reflux is the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus, which can result in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) – a chronic condition where the lower esophageal sphincter becomes weak or relaxes inappropriately.

Adverse Food Reactions

The body’s negative response to certain foods that may include an immune-system response in the form of allergies, or food intolerances resulting in digestive issues.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

A gastrointestinal disorder often caused by gut hypersensitivity, abnormal gut movements, stress, hormone changes, and changes in gut bacteria.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease

A group of chronic inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, including Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease, that may cause damage to the digestive tract.

Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS)

Also known as increased intestinal permeability, the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged and allows toxins, undigested food particles, and bacteria into the blood stream causing an immune response and inflammation in the body.

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)

An excessive amount of bacteria in the small intestine causing imbalance and often associated with underlying conditions that affect gut movement or the structure of the small intestine.

Complex or Undiagnosed Chronic Illness

Living with a complex and undiagnosed chronic illness can leave you feeling frustrated and helpless. At Forum Health, we believe true healing can only happen when we uncover and treat the underlying issues contributing to your chronic condition so you can heal and thrive.

Undiagnosed or Unresolved Symptoms

Refers to persistent health manifestations that have not been accurately diagnosed, effectively treated or where treatment has failed, potentially indicating underlying health issues or complications.

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Autoimmune Disorders

The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues in the body, leading to inflammation, tissue damage, and other symptoms resulting in diseases such as Hashimoto’s, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis, Fibromyalgia, allergies, and abnormal test results without definitive diagnosis.

Chronic Infections & Toxicity

Persistent health conditions resulting from prolonged exposure to harmful substances or infectious agents such as Lyme disease, mold, heavy metals, environmental toxins, Epstein-Barr virus, COVID or Long Haul COVID.

Complementary Cancer Care

A holistic approach to cancer treatment that addresses the underlying causes of cancer and supports the body’s natural ability to heal while working with your oncology team. This includes advanced risk identification and prevention, IV nutrient therapy, and Supportive Oligonucleotide Therapy (SOT).

Brain Health & Mental Wellbeing

Cognitive and emotional health is not all in the mind – it's influenced by lifestyle, nutrition, genetics, infections, and toxicities. Forum Health takes a whole-body approach to mental wellbeing and brain health using innovative research-based treatments to help you live a balanced and happy life.

Reducing Brain Aging

Involves restoring sleep quality, optimizing the impact of stress, improving focus, attention and brain fog; and addressing the signs of cognitive decline, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease to support neuroplasticity and preserve cognitive functioning over time.

Pain and Injury

Brain injuries and pain can encompass a range of conditions resulting from trauma, disease, or neurological dysfunction, often manifesting as physical discomfort, cognitive impairment, and emotional distress due to damage or disruption in brain function.

Maximizing Mental Health

Involves balancing neurotransmitters in the brain and addressing the interconnectedness of your body’s systems, lifestyle, environment, gut health, and hormonal dysfunction to promote mental wellness and resilience.

Longevity, Performance & Aesthetics

Restore vitality, feel and look younger, and enhance your lifespan by addressing the root causes of aging, genetic predispositions, cellular and tissue damage, and inflammation.

Lifespan and Healthspan Optimization

Strategies aimed at extending both the lifespan, length of life, and health span, the period of life spent in good health free from disease. This includes longevity optimization physicals, precision genetics, sleep restoration, stress impact optimization, and muscle gain and weight loss.

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Stem Cell Tissue and Function Regeneration

The process by which stem cells are used to repair, replace or regenerate damaged or dysfunctional tissues. This is especially helpful for those with arthritis, injuries, autoimmune tissue destruction or sexual dysfunction.

Skin Rejuvenation

Restore a youthful, radiant appearance, and achieve smoother skin texture with advanced aesthetic treatments designed to enhance your natural beauty.

Sexual Dysfunction + Low Libido

Sex is an important part of a healthy life, but age, hormone imbalance or other factors, can cause it to become unenjoyable, unattainable, or even painful. Forum Health will work with you to help you regain your confidence, performance, and pleasure.

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