My Journey to Functional Medicine - Finding Hope Beyond Conventional Treatment

What if the way we approach chronic disease could be completely different? Dr. Bismah Irfan, MD, a nephrologist, shares her transformative journey from conventional medical practice to discovering functional medicine after a personal health crisis. Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, she felt dissatisfied with conventional treatments and sought alternatives that focused on root causes. In this episode, she explores how she integrated functional medicine principles—such as addressing gut health, diet, and stress—into her nephrology practice and how these methods helped improve both her health and that of her patients. If you're looking for a fresh, holistic approach to chronic disease management, this episode is for you!

Hi, I'm Dr. Bismah Irfan, MD—a nephrologist who turned to functional medicine after facing my own health challenges. I was frustrated with conventional treatments and sought answers that focused on root causes. Now, I work with patients to combine the best of conventional medicine with holistic approaches to help them heal. In this episode, I’ll share how functional medicine can transform kidney health and chronic disease management. Tune in now to start your journey toward a holistic approach to healing!

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