22| Middle Medicine: Beyond Root Causes

12/08/2025 9 min Episodio 22
22| Middle Medicine: Beyond Root Causes

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Episode Synopsis

We introduce the concept of "Middle Medicine" as an alternative to traditional functional medicine approaches that often focus too narrowly on finding a single root cause or running excessive tests without results.• Frustration with the term "functional medicine" as it's been co-opted by practitioners who run expensive tests and prescribe supplements without understanding systems biology• The problem with obsessively seeking a "root cause" when sometimes fixing the system matters more than identifying the trigger• Introduction of "Middle Medicine" as an approach that combines conventional diagnostics with natural interventions• The importance of practitioner-patient connection in diagnosis and treatment• Working collaboratively with specialists rather than creating an "us vs. them" mentality• Focusing on solving problems rather than adhering to a specific medical philosophyWant to take the next step with functional medicine? Learn more about our new patient process and lab testing at www.thefacilitydenver.com For more insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram @thefacilitydenver Join our email list for monthly updates + offers. Stay curious, stay proactive, and we’ll catch you next time!

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