Is Functional Medicine Right for You?
Functional medicine is the right fit for:
Those who are willing to make lifestyle changes and are looking for guidance.
Individuals who are serious about getting well and want to understand the root causes behind their health concerns.
Those who want a comprehensive, personalized approach to their wellness care.
Those who want to get on a wellness plan that they can stick with long-term and adjust as needed.
Those who are willing to take responsibility for their own health.
Those who understand the value functional medicine and see it as an investment in their future.
We accept a limited number of clients each year to ensure we can give each of them the time and attention they deserve
Our Commitment to Testing Not Guessing
In working with clients one-on-one, a comprehensive functional laboratory assessment is recommended in order to get a complete picture of the root causes and make personalized recommendations. Our experience has shown clients achieve the best results and have the best understanding with this approach.
Initial Consult Types
Functional medicine (60min) - Your initial consult with Dr. Peter will be a time to discuss your health concerns, health history, and lifestyle in order to gain insight into the root cause and understand how your main concern(s) may be related to other symptoms you're experiencing. New client intake forms and information gathered during your session will be used to make personalized lifestyle, testing recommendations that will best help you reach your health goals.
Functional Medicine + Skincare (75min) - Ideal appointment type someone who has skin concerns (i.e. acne, eczema, rosacea, melasma, or anti-aging) and wants enough time during the initial visit to discuss skin care in addition to their health concerns. Includes the components of an initial functional medicine consult plus:
Input on your current skincare regimen
Skincare product recommendations
Scheduling
Because an extended time slot is being reserved, payment in full is required to hold all initial appointments.
Please note: Initial consult fees are NON-REFUNDABLE
Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to our team and other clients, please allow 48 hour notice for canceling and rescheduling appointments.
Fees
Initial Consult Fees: (60 min) $295, (75 min) $395
Lab Interpretation: $150-$250 per lab for testing ordered outside of our clinic.
Insurance
We are out-of-network with insurance plans, making it possible to offer extended visits, tele-health, and provide individualized recommendations. We can provide an itemized receipt upon request that can be submitted to insurance for potential reimbursement. Please contact your insurance plan with any questions regarding reimbursement prior to your initial visit. Our team cannot assist with insurance claims.
Payment Methods
Major Credit cards
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Payment plans
Preparing for Your First Visit
You will receive an email "Next Steps Before Your Appointment," directing you to complete new client forms in our secure portal. Please complete them no later than 48 hours prior to your visit. This will help to maximize your visit time with the doctor.
Clients Outside Illinois
Tele-health education consults are available to residents outside of Illinois who are having difficulty finding an expert in their area.
Supplements
Recommendations are individualized to each client. The manufactures selected are not regulated by the FDA but meet FDA quality standards. We recommend purchasing supplements through our clinic to ensure you are taking the highest quality formulas and to minimize variables in your wellness plan. Clients can access recommended supplements and place orders online thru Fullscript and from our clinic directly.
Lab Testing
A comprehensive laboratory assessment is recommended in order to get a complete picture of the underlying root causes and make personalized recommendations.
