May 2017 Functional Forum Meetup [Richmond, VA]

The Evolution of Primary Care

For our May show, the Evolution of Medicine is thrilled to be heading to Minnesota, MN for the first time, the site of the largest Functional Forum meetup to date. So far in 2017, we have focused each episode on medical specialties, where the functional medicine operating system could be beneficial in going upstream and solving the root causes of those disease categories.

Primary Care, however, is where we believe is the rightful place for functional medicine not only for the best clinical outcomes, but also for the positive economic impact for payers and patients alike. During the episode we will not only be looking at the clinical models, but also evolved delivery models including micropractices, membership models and episodes of care.

Furthermore, the Evolution of Primary Care is about all different professions coming together to serve patients on the front lines, helping people create and maintain health. To this end, we'll be featuring a variety of guests from across the professions set to this evolution.

Featured in this episode are leaders in the space who are already bringing functional medicine to the masses. First we welcome, Dr. Thomas Sult who brings decades of experience treating tough cases. He's on the faculty at the Institute for Functional Medicine and will be sharing insight from his clinic "Third Opinion".

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kristi Hughes for her Functional Forum debut. Dr. Hughes is one of the most popular educators with the Institute for Functional Medicine and has a successful functional medicine practice. She be sharing a mix of clinical and practical pearls about operating a functional medicine practice on the front lines.

We're also very excited to welcome Dr. Sachin Patel of the Living Proof Institute as our other keynote speaker. Dr. Patel is running of one of the most innovative practices functional medicine in North America. His Living Proof Institute is expanding rapidly. Dr. Patel has been innovating the group structure, marketing, and patient acquisition. We're very excited to share his vison of the future of primary care.

Also, joining this group of practitioners is journalist, Pilar Garsimo, founding editor of Experience Life magazine who has been covering the emergence of functional medicine for more than a decade.

Featured Speakers:

Thomas Sult, MD
Kristi Hughes, ND
Sachin Patel, DC
Pilar Gerasimo

 Why attend a meetup?

One of the biggest frustrations we hear from practitioners who practice the type of medicine that you do, is that you feel isolated from the rest of their medical community who don’t “get” the true value of what you offer. The purpose of the Functional Forum local meetup groups is to help you to develop a community of practitioners in your area who “get it”, to build your referral network, add value to your practice, your community, and the movement at large.

Anyone can tune into our Functional Forum event via livestream. What really excites us is when our events create dialogue between practitioners that are sharing best practices, asking tough questions, and helping each other to create the greatest impact with their patients and communities. It gives you the opportunity to not only network but also, keep your finger on the pulse of what’s happening in your own healthcare community.

A message from your organizers:

We hope you can join us in support of furthering the conversation on Functional Medicine and Integrative Healing in Central Virginia. In the past few meetings we've really enjoyed taking time before the Functional Forum video presentation to connect with each other and get some good conversation going. And while the presentations are always informative and engaging, strengthening connections and building community has really become a vital part of our gatherings.

Jan & Shawna

Functional Forum RVA

FAQs

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There is plenty of parking on both sides of the building at 7400 Beaufont Springs Dr #520, Richmond. You can enter through the front or back doors to the building, but those doors are usually locked about 7:30pm. Thrive Physical Therapy is on the 5th floor.  

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email us at FunctionalForumRVA@gmail.com. If you need to speak to us tonight, call Jan at 804 551-9886.  

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No.  

Can I update my registration information?

Yes. Please be sure to give us the contact information that you want us to use for future invitations to the Functional Forum Meetups.