Our commitment to our patients goes beyond providing care; it’s about creating an informed, transparent, and collaborative healing journey. We prioritize educating our patients on every aspect of our care approach, ensuring you understand the processes, treatments, and personalized strategies involved in your care. From your first consultation through ongoing support, we take the time to explain each step, answer your questions, and empower you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your health.

We are dedicated to helping you heal by addressing the root causes of your health concerns, rather than just managing symptoms. Our approach is patient-centered, meaning we listen to your unique needs, tailor our care plans to your individual circumstances, and work closely with you to achieve your wellness goals. We believe that true healing happens when patients are well-informed, supported, and actively involved in their care.

Above all, our mission is to partner with you on your path to optimal health, providing compassionate care and the expertise needed to guide you toward lasting well-being.

Beginning your Functional Wellness Journey starts with these key steps-

Step 1- Initial Consultation:

An Initial Consultation with Dr. Lozier is a comprehensive and personalized visit designed to understand your unique health concerns, lifestyle, and medical history. This appointment aims to uncover the root causes of your symptoms rather than just addressing them on the surface. Here's what you can expect during this important first meeting:

Warm Welcome and Patient Intake: Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by the clinic’s friendly staff, who will guide you through any remaining paperwork. The environment is designed to be welcoming and supportive, setting a positive tone for your consultation.

Comprehensive Health History Review: Dr. Lozier will spend considerable time reviewing your detailed health history, which includes past medical conditions, family history, current symptoms, lifestyle factors, diet, exercise habits, sleep patterns, stress levels, and more. Dr. Lozier may also inquire about environmental exposures, emotional well-being, and any previous treatments or medications.

Discussion of Health Concerns and Goals: You’ll have the opportunity to discuss your primary health concerns, symptoms, and any challenges you’ve faced with previous treatments. Dr. Lozier will actively listen to understand your goals—whether it’s resolving chronic symptoms, optimizing overall wellness, or managing a specific condition.

Functional Assessment: The doctor may perform a brief physical examination to assess your overall health and identify any physical signs that may provide clues about underlying issues. This might include checking your posture, reflexes, skin, eyes, and other relevant aspects based on your symptoms.

Lab and Diagnostic Recommendations: Based on your discussion, Dr. Lozier will recommend specific lab tests or diagnostic tools to gain deeper insights into your body’s functioning. These tests are often more detailed than conventional tests, looking at things like hormone levels, nutrient deficiencies, inflammation markers, gut health, and metabolic function.

Initial Insights and Strategy: While a full plan will often be developed after reviewing lab results, Dr. Lozier will provide initial insights into potential root causes of your symptoms. Dr. Lozier may outline a preliminary strategy that includes dietary adjustments, lifestyle changes, and other immediate steps to start supporting your health.

Customized Care Plan Overview: The doctor will outline what the personalized care process will look like moving forward, including expectations for follow-up visits, the timeline for reviewing lab results, and how the customized plan will evolve based on your body’s response.

Next Steps and Scheduling: You’ll leave the appointment with a clear understanding of the next steps, which might include scheduling lab work, setting a follow-up appointment to review findings, and beginning the initial recommendations discussed during your visit.

Throughout the consultation, the focus is on creating a collaborative partnership between you and the doctor, aiming to build a deeper understanding of your body and a customized approach to achieving optimal health.

Step 2- Foundational Lab Work: 

A Functional Lab Work Visit is an important step in the functional medicine process, providing valuable insights into your body's unique biochemistry and uncovering potential root causes of your health concerns. This visit is typically more in-depth than standard lab work, aiming to evaluate how your body’s systems are functioning on a deeper level.

What to Expect During a Functional Lab Work Visit:

Preparation and Arrival: Before your visit, you may receive specific instructions such as fasting, avoiding certain foods or supplements, or timing the visit at a particular time of day to ensure accurate results. When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by the clinic staff and guided through any final preparations.

Sample Collection: Depending on the tests ordered, samples may include blood, urine, stool, saliva, or hair. For blood draws, we will ensure the process is smooth and as comfortable as possible. Saliva tests might involve providing samples at specific times of the day, while stool and urine samples may be collected at home and returned.

Follow-Up Scheduling: Before leaving, you’ll typically schedule your follow-up visit to review your lab results with the doctor. This appointment is essential for discussing the findings and implementing any recommended changes based on the data collected.

Relaxed and Supportive Environment: The clinic staff will ensure you are comfortable throughout the process, providing a relaxed and supportive environment. The goal is to make the lab work visit as stress-free as possible while gathering essential information that will help guide your health journey.

The functional lab work visit is a critical step that bridges the initial consultation with the development of a customized care plan, providing the doctor with the data needed to understand your body’s unique needs and design the most effective approach to optimize your health.

Step 3- Report of Findings:

A Report of Findings is a crucial appointment where Dr. Lozier reviews your lab results in detail and discusses how they relate to your overall health. During this session, Dr. Lozier will explain what each result means, identify any imbalances or concerns, and provide insights into how these factors may be affecting your well-being.

What to Expect During the Report of Findings:

Review of Lab Results: Dr. Lozier will go through your lab reports, highlighting key areas that need attention. This might include nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, inflammation markers, or other findings that could be impacting your health.

Personalized Analysis: Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Lozier will relate your results to your specific symptoms, health history, and goals. They will explain how these findings align with your current health concerns and provide context on why certain issues might be occurring. 

Customized Wellness Plan: Based on the analysis, Dr. Lozier will create a tailored plan designed to address your unique needs. This plan may include dietary adjustments, lifestyle changes, targeted nutritional supplements, chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, or other therapies offered at the practice. The goal is to support your body’s natural healing process and help you achieve optimal health.

Setting Health Goals: Together, you and Dr. Lozier will set achievable health goals, establishing clear steps and timelines. This collaborative approach ensures that the plan aligns with your personal preferences and lifestyle.

Follow-Up and Support: Dr. Lozier will outline the next steps, including any necessary follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and make adjustments to your plan as needed. This may involve additional lab tests, regular check-ins, or ongoing treatments to ensure you’re on the right track.

Throughout the Report of Findings, the doctor’s focus is on educating and empowering you with a clear understanding of your health and the actionable steps needed to improve it.

Step 4- One Month Check-In:

A One-Month Follow-Up Appointment with Dr. Lozier is a key part of your personalized care plan, designed to assess your progress, address any challenges, and make necessary adjustments to your treatment strategy. This visit is an opportunity to review how your body is responding to the initial recommendations and ensure you are on track toward achieving your health goals.

What to Expect During a One-Month Follow-Up Appointment:

Warm Welcome and Check-In: Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by the clinic’s friendly staff. You may be asked to fill out a brief questionnaire about any new symptoms, changes, or improvements you’ve noticed since your last visit. This helps the doctor gauge your progress even before the appointment begins.

Review of Progress and Symptoms: The doctor will start by reviewing your health progress since your initial consultation and Report of Findings. You’ll discuss any changes in your symptoms, new developments, or unexpected side effects you may have experienced. This conversation is crucial to understanding how well the initial plan is working for you.

Assessment of Lab Results (if applicable): If you recently completed any additional lab work, Dr. Lozier will go over these results in detail. They will explain what the findings mean, how they correlate with your current symptoms, and how they fit into your overall health picture.

Customized Plan Adjustments: Based on your feedback and any new lab data, the doctor will make adjustments to your personalized health plan. This may include changes to your diet, modifications to your supplement regimen, new or altered lifestyle recommendations, or additional therapies such as chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, or other treatments.

Addressing Challenges and Providing Support: The doctor will take time to address any challenges you’ve faced in implementing your plan, such as dietary changes, medication or supplement adherence, or lifestyle modifications. They will offer practical solutions and support to help you overcome these obstacles.

Education and Empowerment: A key component of the follow-up appointment is educating you on how your body is responding to the treatment. The doctor may share insights into how certain changes are positively affecting your health, reinforcing the importance of sticking with the plan and empowering you to take charge of your wellness journey.

Next Steps and Follow-Up Scheduling: Before concluding the appointment, the doctor will outline the next steps in your plan and discuss when to schedule your next follow-up visit. This might be another one-month check-in or a longer interval depending on your progress and the nature of your treatment plan.

Open Q&A: The appointment will end with an opportunity for you to ask any remaining questions. The doctor’s goal is to ensure you leave feeling confident, supported, and fully informed about your next steps.

Throughout the one-month follow-up, the focus remains on continuous improvement, fine-tuning your care, and providing the support you need to successfully achieve your health goals. The visit is a chance to celebrate progress, troubleshoot challenges, and keep momentum on your journey toward better health.

Step 5 and Beyond-

Ongoing Care is a continuous, personalized approach designed to maintain and optimize your health over the long term. Unlike traditional models that often focus on symptom management, we emphasize preventive care, root-cause analysis, and dynamic adjustments to your treatment plan based on your evolving needs and progress.

What to Expect from Ongoing Care:

Regular Follow-Up Appointments: Ongoing care involves regular check-ins with Dr. Lozier to assess your progress, monitor changes, and adjust your care plan as needed. These appointments may be scheduled monthly, quarterly, or at other intervals depending on your specific needs and health goals. Each visit is an opportunity to refine your plan, celebrate successes, and address any new concerns.

Continued Personalized Adjustments: Your care plan will evolve based on how your body responds to treatment, changes in your health status, and life events such as stress, illness, or lifestyle changes. The doctor will continually adjust your dietary recommendations, supplement regimens, lifestyle interventions, and other therapies to ensure they remain effective and aligned with your current health status.

Ongoing Monitoring and Testing: Dr. Lozier emphasizes the importance of data-driven care. Periodic testing—whether it’s blood work, hormone panels, gut health assessments, or other diagnostics—helps track your progress and catch any potential issues early. Monitoring these markers allows Dr. Lozier to make informed adjustments that keep your health on track.

Support for Long-Term Wellness Goals: Ongoing care includes a focus on long-term health goals, such as maintaining a healthy weight, optimizing energy levels, improving sleep, managing chronic conditions, and preventing disease. Dr. Lozier will work with you to set and revise these goals, ensuring they are realistic, achievable, and tailored to your personal aspirations.

Education and Empowerment: A critical aspect of ongoing care is education. Dr. Lozier and his team will continue to provide you with information, tools, and resources to help you better understand your body and the impact of your lifestyle choices. Empowering you with knowledge allows you to take an active role in your health management.

Preventive Strategies: A significant focus of ongoing care is prevention. The goal is not only to address current symptoms but also to prevent future health issues. Dr. Lozier will guide you on preventive measures tailored to your unique risk factors, including dietary adjustments, detoxification protocols, immune support, and lifestyle modifications.

Tracking Progress and Adjusting Expectations: Ongoing care involves tracking your progress over time with a focus on both short-term improvements and long-term outcomes.  will help you set realistic expectations, recognizing that healing and health optimization are ongoing processes that may require patience, persistence, and periodic plan adjustments.

Patient-Centered Focus: Throughout ongoing care, the approach remains deeply personalized. Your care team prioritizes your values, preferences, and individual needs, ensuring that your plan feels manageable and supportive rather than overwhelming. This patient-centered focus helps build a sustainable path to lasting health improvements.

Ongoing care is about building a long-term partnership focused on your whole-person wellness, allowing you to achieve and maintain optimal health through a continuously evolving, evidence-based approach.

We would be delighted to schedule your initial consultation and help you start your journey to better health. Please call us to book an appointment. 402-502-6726

Thank you, and we look forward to meeting you soon!