In this inspiring episode of The Functional & Integrative Medicine MDs/DOs Podcast, host Ginger Allen sits down with Dr. Annemieke Austin, a pioneering physician in the world of functional and integrative medicine. Dr. Austin shares how a personal health journey and early exposure to nutrition science led her to seek out the root causes of illness—long before "functional medicine" became a mainstream term.
With a background in biochemistry, a medical degree from Loma Linda, and over 16 years of experience, Dr. Austin blends conventional medicine with evidence-based holistic approaches to offer transformative patient care. This episode dives into her clinical insights, her approach to hormone replacement therapy, longevity research, brain health, and how MDs and DOs can thoughtfully transition into root-cause-based care.
You’ll learn about:
✅ Dr. Austin’s early adoption of functional medicine
✅ Real patient stories that changed lives
✅ Hormone therapy in perimenopause and beyond
✅ Longevity and brain health research, including rapamycin & peptides
✅ Practical advice for MDs/DOs exploring integrative approaches
✅ How to begin small when incorporating root cause medicine
🌐 Connect with Dr. Austin: https://doctoraustin.com
Dr. Austin is a voice of experience for any physician looking to elevate care through a deeper, more holistic lens. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of medicine!
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