Institute for Functional Medicine -2014 Hormone Advanced Practice Module

Recognize common antecedents and triggers and signs and symptoms associated with dysregulation of the HPATG axis. Evaluate the most important laboratory tests to use in assessing hormone-related dysfunction, and recognize common pitfalls of lab testing. Assess the role of sleep and circadian rhythms on hormonal and neurotransmitter function. Develop and organize individual treatment protocols (based on literature and clinical experience) using diet, nutraceuticals, botanicals, pharmaceuticals, and mind-body/behavioral interventions in the area of hormone dysregulation.