Functional Medicine - Functional Medicine Doctor
A Complete Whole Body Approach to Get to Your Root Cause of Disease
What is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease, using a systems-oriented scientifically researched approach that engages both patient, and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership. By changing from the traditional disease oriented model of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person.
Functional Medicine is the evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses healthcare issues for the 21st century. Functional Medicine Practitioners spend time with their patients, listening to their histories and we evaluate the interactions of genetics, environmental and lifestyle influences, which can cause consequences on long-term health and chronic disease.
The Functional Medicine Practitioner utilizes this detailed information, while evaluating comprehensive blood analysis to design a patient specific thorough health plan, tailored for the individual. Dr. Vaughan DC, BCN, IFMCP, B.S.’s philosophy is “No one patient is the same, and everyone is giving the care she would like for her family”.
The Functional Medicine Doctor utilizes this detailed information, while evaluating comprehensive blood analysis, food sensitivity test, saliva test, stool analysis, etc., to design a tailored patient specific thorough health plan. Kristi Vaughan is a functional medicine specialist in Costa Mesa.
We Use Functional Medicine to Help Patients With:
Brain Health
- QEEG, Neurofeedback, functional Neurological exams
- Post Concussion
- Loss of memory (early onset)
- Brain fog
- Can’t remember why you walked into a room
- Not as sharp as you use to be
- Can’t remember names or numbers
- Short term memory issues
- Long term memory issues
Autoimmune
- Hashimoto’s Disease
- Grave’s Disease
- IBS (Inflammatory bowel disease)
- Crohn’s Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus)
- Psorisis
- Sjorgen’s
- Multiple Sclerosis
Digestive Disorders
- Gastrointestinal Disease
- SIBO (small bacteria overgrowth)
- IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome)
- Acid reflux or heartburn (take antacids)
- Gastritis
- Colitis
- Crohn’s Disease
- Constipation or Diarrhea
- Gallbladder issues
- Pancreatitis
Food Sensitivities
- Bloating
- Gas
- IBS
- Itchy skin
- Psoriasis
Chemical & Environmental Toxins/Sensitivities
- Heavy metal
- Glyphosate, bisphenol, etc.
- Mold / Mycotoxins
Infections
- Parasites
- SIBO (small bacteria overgrowth)
- Taken antibiotics often
- Urinary tract infections
- Co-infections (Lyme, Marcons, Fungal, Parasitic and more)
Detox
- For optimal health - remove toxins
- Weight loss
Thyroid Disease - Hypothyroidism Disease
- Hashimoto’s Disease
- Hypothyroid Disease
- Hyperthyroid Disease
- Grave’s Disease
Diabetes
- Type 2
- Type 1.5 - autoimmune diabetes
Specialized TestingFor Functional Medicine
- Comprehensive blood test with complete Thyroid markers
- Food Sensitivity test
- Stool test
- Cortisol Adrenal test
- Heavy metal test
- Hormonal test
- Chemical toxin test
- Mold test
- Lyme test
- Genetic test
- Cardiac test
Functional Medicine Success Stories
“Doctor Vaughan is wonderful doctor. Because she works on the physical and mental body she is able to help on many levels. Her ability to diagnose and treat is almost magical. I am very fortunate to have found her and highly suggest everyone should meet with her” – Kelly R.
“I had been suffering from a stomach aliment for 6 months with conventional medicine treatment. Dr Vaughan identified possible causes, & recommended detox, natural herbs & vitamin supplements, along with dietary changes. I was relieved within 2 weeks of treatment, & fully restored to health before 2 months. Thank you from the bottom of my gutt!!!!” –Gail C.
“Dr. Vaughan is amazing. As a licensed Board Certified Doctor of Chiropractor & Functional Medicine Specialist she take a thorough history, listening to her patient, while evaluating her patient to get to the root cause of the symptoms and disease. If you want to work with someone who listens, and will take your case seriously – then look no further.” –Nick L.
At Vaughn Vitality Wellness, we promise to put you first — by treating you with respect and providing the holistic medical attention you need. Our team excels at discovering the root cause of your medical condition. Our treatment approaches can help prevent disease and, in some cases, reverse illness.