What do we mean by Integrative and Functional Medicine?

What do we mean by Integrative and Functional Medicine?

By Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD The goal of this post is to describe to the reader what we at Aspen Integrative Medicine mean when we say we practice Integrative and Functional medicine, as well as what to expect from a visit with an Integrative and Functional medicine...
Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements by Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD Nearly 80% of US adults are taking one or more dietary supplements. From single herb supplements to blends to multivitamins, there are so many options that it can feel overwhelming at times. Supplements can be useful to...
Sleep Hygiene

Sleep Hygiene

Sleep Hygiene by Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD  Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Do you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night, unable to fall back to sleep? If so, you are not alone. Insomnia consists of difficulty falling asleep at bedtime...

Fibromyalgia

See PDF Version Here. Diagnosis & Integrative Approach to TreatmentDr. Stephanie Karozos 10/17/19 Fibromyalgia❖ Chronic pain syndrome❖ Widespread muscle aches❖ Fatigue❖ Pain and stiffness❖ Soft tissue tenderness❖ Sleep disturbances❖ Unknown etiology❖ 8:1 female to...

Integrative approach to IBS

See PDF Version Here. By Dr. Stephanie Karozos4/25/2019 IBS Pathophysiology:● Visceral hypersensitivity● Abnormal gut motility● Psychosocial factors○ Brain-gut interaction● Dysbiosis● Leaky gut● Following infection● Latent or potential celiac disease Diagnosing IBS●...

Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture to Japanese Acupuncture

Sushi Versus Stir-Fry: My Move from TCM Acupuncture to Japanese Acupuncture Originally published in North American Journal of Oriental Medicine, July 1995 Jake Paul Fratkin, OMD Why have I turned to Japanese style? I can compare Japanese and Chinese styles by...