FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE AT ASCENT FUNCTIONAL WELLNESS
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Rebalancing the Body. Restoring Function. Supporting Healing.
Functional medicine looks deeper than symptoms to understand why your body is struggling — and how to restore balance so healing can occur naturally. At Ascent Functional Wellness, functional medicine is about addressing underlying dysfunction, not chasing diagnoses or masking symptoms.
WHAT IS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE?
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Functional medicine focuses on the root causes of chronic health challenges by evaluating how the body’s systems work together.
Rather than asking “What diagnosis fits?”, we ask:
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What systems are out of balance?
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What stressors are interfering with function?
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What does this individual need to heal?
When these underlying imbalances are addressed, the body’s innate healing capacity can re-emerge — often reducing the need for long-term medications or invasive interventions.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO CHRONIC ILLNESS
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Chronic conditions don’t happen overnight — and they rarely stem from a single cause. Functional medicine offers a new way to understand the terrain of chronic illness, addressing:
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Nutrient deficiencies
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Hormonal and metabolic imbalance
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Gut and immune dysfunction
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Inflammation and stress overload
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Lifestyle patterns that impact healing
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Chronic infection that has not been resolved
This approach is especially helpful for people who feel like:
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They’ve “tried everything”
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Labs are “normal,” but they don’t feel well
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They want a proactive, natural approach to health
OUR PHILOSOPHY AT ASCENT
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We do not treat diseases — we support individuals.
Dr. Lucas recognized that people were getting sicker despite more medications and more procedures. There had to be a better way.
At Ascent Functional Wellness, we focus on:
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Understanding how your body is functioning as a whole
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Identifying the why behind symptoms
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Creating realistic, sustainable paths back to health
Dr. Lucas commonly works with busy parents, professionals, and families who are ready to regain energy, clarity, and resilience.​
WHAT WE DO (AND DON’T DO)
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What we do:
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Use comprehensive bloodwork and functional diagnostic testing to assess system function
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Interpret labs through a functional lens
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Create customized wellness protocols
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Support the body using nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted nutraceuticals
What we don’t do:
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Prescribe medications
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Alter existing prescriptions
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Offer one-size-fits-all protocols
Our role is to support and optimize function, working alongside your existing healthcare team when needed.
WHAT TO EXPECT: THE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE PROCESS
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STEP 1 | FREE Discovery Call (Optional) | ~15-20 Minutes
Your journey begins with a complimentary discovery call with Dr. Lucas. This call helps determine:
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If functional medicine is appropriate for your needs
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Whether we’re the right fit for your goals
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What next steps would look like
No pressure — just clarity.
STEP 3 | Review Results & Build Your Plan | ~30-45 Minutes
Once testing is complete, we:
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Review results in clear, understandable language
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Identify key system imbalances
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Discuss priorities and realistic timelines
Dr. Lucas then develops a customized protocol, which may include:
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Targeted nutraceuticals
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Nutrition and dietary support
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Lifestyle recommendations
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Peptides (when appropriate)
Because body systems are interconnected, care is often delivered in phases, allowing your body to adapt and respond safely.
STEP 4 | Follow Ups, Retesting, and More | Varies based on Patient, Compliance, Protocol, etc
Once you have gone through your protocol, Dr. Lucas will reconnect to determine your next steps. This will depend on your health goals, how you have responded to the initial plan, and other variables.​
STEP 2 | Comprehensive Consultation | ~45-60 Minutes
If we move forward, you’ll schedule a comprehensive functional medicine consultation. During this visit:
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We review your health history, symptoms, and goals
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Dr. Lucas determines which functional labs or blood work will provide the most meaningful insight
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Testing is personalized — never excessive or generic
WHO FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE IS FOR
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Functional medicine is often a good fit if you:
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Feel stuck in your health journey
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Are managing chronic or recurring symptoms
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Want to understand why symptoms keep returning
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Prefer a natural, personalized approach
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Are willing to participate actively in your care
This is a partnership — not a quick fix.
READY TO EXPLORE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE?
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You don’t need to have all the answers — that’s what we’re here for. Schedule Your Free Discovery Call here!
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Let’s uncover what your body needs to heal — and build a path forward together.