Authors & Contributors
Our Clinical Team:
Yousef Elyaman, MD, IFMCP
- Medical Director at Absolute Health, overseeing a team of doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and lifestyle educators
- Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Integrative Medicine
- One of the first graduates certified by The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)
- Faculty member at IFM, lecturing on the Cardiometabolic Advanced Practice Module, as well as speaking at various organizations
- Integrative & Functional Medicine Director of The Guest House, a trauma and substance abuse center in Ocala, Florida
Carey Kunz, ND, IFMCP
- Director of Education at FMP Essentials, overseeing the development of advanced functional medicine educational programs
- Naturopathic physician with a doctorate from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM)
- One of FMP Essentials' blog and newsletter writers, sharing insights and updates on functional medicine
- Combines her passion for functional medicine with her professional dedication, running a functional medicine practice, 206 Functional Medicine, in Seattle, WA
Guest Speakers & Writers:
Sanjay Bhojraj, MD
- Board-certified in both Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology
- Spent 20 years performing invasive cardiac procedures such as coronary stents and transcatheter valve replacements
- Certified Practitioner of the Institute for Functional Medicine, incorporating functional medicine into his cardiology practice
- Founder of "well12.health," a 10-week program rooted in functional medicine, focusing on diet, sleep optimization, and stress management to reduce cardiometabolic risk
Ellie Campbell, DOÂ
- Board-certified in Family and Integrative Medicine, and Fellow of the American Academy of Oral & Systemic Health.
- Founder of Campbell Family Medicine and Revolution Practice, offering patient-centered integrative care.
- Expert in cardiovascular risk reduction, bioidentical hormone therapy, and the oral-systemic connection.
- Best-selling author of Blood Pressure Blueprint, promoting heart health through integrative medicine strategies.
Jodi Franklin, CHC, AFMC
- AFMC-certified functional medicine practitioner and certified health coach with 35 years of experience.
- Specializes in treating autoimmune skin disorders, metabolic diseases, gastrointestinal issues, and chronic pain.
- Founder of Vanishing Vitiligo, Saving Face, and professional groups for health coaches and medical practitioners.
- Teaching consultant at The School of Applied Functional Medicine, advising practitioners on complex cases.
Jill Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, ABOIM, IFMCPÂ
- Functional Medicine Expert®, dually board-certified in Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine.
- Founder of Flatiron Functional Medicine, specializing in chronic illness and precision care.
- International speaker and co-author of Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine.
- Educates clinicians on uncovering root causes and delivering personalized, science-backed care.
Rajka Milanovic Galbraith, MD, IFMCP, ABFM, ABIHMÂ
- Functional Medicine MD, dually board-certified in Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine.
- Founder of Simply Health Institute, specializing in longevity, antiaging, and nutrigenetics.
- Award-winning international speaker and bestselling author.
- Mentors practitioners and coaches high-performing professionals on energy and performance optimization.
- Known as the "Go-To Doctor" for other doctors.
Tom Sult, MD, IFMCP
- Functional Medicine MD with over 30 years of clinical experience.
- Certified Practitioner of Functional Medicine and IFM faculty.
- Founder of Just Be Well, a Functional Medicine practice in New London, MN.
- Specializes in root-cause medicine, integrating lifestyle, genetics, and environment.
- Passionate educator and speaker in Functional Medicine.
Elizabeth W Boham, MD, MS, RD
- Functional Medicine MD and nutritionist at The UltraWellness Center in Lenox, MA.
- Certified Practitioner of Functional Medicine and IFM faculty member.
- Board-certified in Family Medicine with expertise in nutrition and integrative care.
- Holds degrees in Nutritional Biochemistry (Cornell) and Dietetics (Columbia).
- Published author, speaker, and media contributor in Functional Medicine.
Disclaimer:
"The views and opinions expressed by our authors and contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of FMP Essentials. The content provided is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. We strongly recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare professional before making any decisions related to your health. Please note that any supplements discussed by our authors or contributors have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease."
