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Ed Billings
Dear Violet and Megan,
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for giving us our lives back! I had given up hope for feeling normal again after the COVID vaccine and having Long COVID! Being overweight and not being able to lose my post COVID 25 pound weight gain, fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, swelling feet/ankles, low drive and generally not feeling well! After getting treatment from multiple health care providers, neurologist, doctors that included The University of Iowa Long COVID Clinic I started self-medicating with mushroom coffee and multiple energy drinks as well as anything that looked like it would help. It helped me stay somewhat focused and some energy but hardly ever felt normal. Never new from hour to hour and day to day when the fatigue and brain fog would keep me from doing things with family and friends! At its worst I got lost three times going to Menards and thought I was going to have to give up driving! What a hopeless feeling! Then my wife Lorrie found out about Functional Medicine from our daughter in Nashville! Lorrie did a search for local Functional Medicine and found Violet Hunter! Hope was restored! Finally found someone who could treat Long COVID! Now I have days that I feel normal! Lost 25 pounds, joint pain is gone, feet/ankles don’t swell, my throat opened up, almost no brain fog, energy levels are up, she diagnosed me with gluten intolerance, found bacteria in my gut that is causing my heartburn that she can fix, my varicose veins are going away and I feel healthy! I’m still amazed that we have this cutting edge treatment right here! Thank you so much, Ed Billings
Dr Hunter is a genuine, caring doctor. She speaks to you in a personal manner that allows you to understand the why behind the tests, outcomes and treatment. She is prompt to response and scheduling is easy. I will continue to see Dr Hunter for my functional care and recommend her to others.
Dr. Hunter is very kind and always seeks to understand the root cause of problems vs. only treating symptoms. She spends time individualizing plans unique to the patient and is very conscientious. I highly recommend Dr. Hunter.
Dr Hunter has helped me get healthier and lose over 30lb and 19.5 inch’s. While learning about healthy eating. She is very hands on in helping you to get healthy.
Staff was prompt and professional. Everything went great. NP Oneal explained everything and started the IVs with zero issue. Was a great experience, and I don't like needles.
Functional medicine is a personalized, patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness or imbalance in the body. It considers the complex interactions between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors to optimize health and prevent disease.
Unlike conventional medicine, which often treats symptoms with medications or surgeries, functional medicine seeks to understand and address the underlying factors contributing to health issues. It emphasizes a holistic approach, aiming to promote wellness rather than just managing disease.
Functional medicine can address a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions, including digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune diseases, metabolic issues, chronic fatigue, and more. It's particularly effective for conditions with complex underlying causes.
During a functional medicine consultation, you can expect a comprehensive assessment of your health history, symptoms, lifestyle factors, and environmental influences. Your practitioner will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan focused on addressing the root causes of your health concerns.
Functional medicine incorporates a variety of treatment modalities, including nutritional therapy, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, targeted supplementation, detoxification protocols, and mind-body therapies. The approach is highly individualized based on each patient's unique needs.
The timeline for seeing results with functional medicine varies depending on the complexity of your health issues, your adherence to the wellness plan, and other factors. While some patients experience improvements in symptoms relatively quickly, achieving long-term wellness often requires ongoing commitment and patience.
Contact Us:
Cedar Valley Functional Medicine Wellness & Wholeness Center
999 Home Plaza - Suite 301, Waterloo, Iowa 50701
1 (319) 251-5154
Fax: 319 204 3985