Integrative Medicine

Integrative medicine is an evidence-based holistic approach to health care which thoughtfully combines conventional and complementary medicine to enhance overall health and wellbeing. This approach goes beyond treating symptoms by empowering individuals to understand and address the root causes of illness. At the same time, Integrative medicine places a strong emphasis on educating patients about potential long-term health risks.

A patient-centered approach is fundamental to Integrative medicine, and a strong, supportive relationship between practitioner and patient is key to successful outcomes. This begins with understanding the whole person including sleep patterns, dietary habits, physical activity, community engagement, stress burden and medical history. This thorough assessment then guides personalised diet and lifestyle recommendations, along with tailored treatment strategies designed to achieve optimal health results.

What to expect

The initial step involves gathering any existing information about your medical history including: medical reports, test results, previous treatment plans, medications, and supplements.

The objective of Integrative Medicine is disease prevention, and the evaluation of current blood test results serves as one valuable method in achieving this goal.

Typically, a letter of referral will be provided to the patients preferred GP for blood testing to utilise Medicare rebates. If private testing is required, this can be arranged directly without GP consultation.

Early intervention

"Health is wealth”
Ralph Waldo Emerson 1860

We have all felt the devastating impacts of illness or disease on ourselves or those we love. Good health is simply the most critical aspect to living with freedom and vitality and the majority of us take it for granted. Adopting a proactive and preventative mindset is essential for ensuring our well-being, both for today and in the years to come.

Commonly discussed topics/ testing regarding illness prevention include;

  • Family history (eg. heart diseases, cancers, diabetes)

  • DEXA scans (bone density, body composition & visceral fat)

  • Menopause transition, signs, symptoms & long term impacts

  • Investigating pathology that precedes disease (blood testing, x-rays, MRI’s, bone density)

  • Continuous glucose monitors (blood glucose regulation, pre diabetes)

  • DNA sequencing and comprehensive health reports (predisposition to disease)

  • Sleep studies (sleep apnoea, sleep tracking data)

  • Genetic testing (eg. MTHFR (B12 activation), Hemochromatosis (Iron overload), APOE4 (Alzheimer’s risk)

What does Integrative Medicine treat?

Below is a list of the common complaints that patients may present with.

Digestive issues

  • Abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas

  • Constipation/ Diarrhoea

  • Irritable Bowel syndrome (IBS)

  • Low stomach acid (heart burn and indigestion)

  • Food intolerance & sensitivities

  • Parasite infection & Fungal overgrowth.

  • SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)

  • Disrupted microbiome (Bacterial dysbiosis)

  • Nutrient deficiencies;
    Iron, Vitamin B, Vitamin D

  • Iron Overload (Haemochromatosis)

Autoimmune disease            

  • Inflammatory (autoimmune) arthritis;
    Rheumatoid, Ankylosing spondylitis, Psoriatic

  • Coeliac disease, non-Coeliac gluten sensitivity

  • Thyroid (over and under active)

  • Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis.

Sleep disturbance

  • Restlessness, falling asleep, staying asleep, low sleep quality, fatigue, low energy, anxiety.

Fatigue/ low energy

  • Disrupted sleep, Food sensitivities, Blood sugar regulation, Anaemia, Hypothyroid, Iron overload.

Intestinal Permeability (Leaky gut)

  • Auto-immunity, Bloating, IBS, Brain fog, Poor Sleep, Nutrient deficiencies.

Integrative Lab Testing
Please refer to Clinical Testing page.