Wellness

Functional Weight Loss and Wellness by Annalysa Nguyen, MS PA-C “Anna”

Meet Annalysa Nguyen, PA-C

Annalysa Nguyen is a nationally certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology with a strong focus on medical and surgical skin care. She is passionate about patient education and prevention, particularly in the treatment of skin cancer. Known for her attentive care and personalized approach, Anna works closely with each patient to deliver expert evaluations and effective treatment plans. She is proud to be part of the team at Mohs Dermatology, where she brings compassion, skill, and dedication to every visit.

Our Services

Individual Assessment (30mins/60mins)

• We recommend a 60 minute visit for the Initial Consult

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Men and Women

• BHRT is used for women, especially during perimenopause and menopause, when estrogen and progesterone levels drop. Symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, fatigue, and vaginal dryness can result from these hormonal changes.
• BHRT is used in men, particularly as they age and experience a decline in testosterone levels, a condition known as andropause. Symptoms of low testosterone in men can include fatigue, low libido, reduced muscle mass, depression, and decreased bone density.

Gut and Nutritional Health

• Support your emotional well-being by working with a functional medicine practitioner to improve mood and reduce anxiety through the gut-brain connection.

Weight Management

• Weight management in a functional medicine approach focuses on addressing the root causes of weight gain or difficulty losing weight, rather than just focusing on calorie intake and expenditure. Functional medicine emphasizes the interconnectedness of the body’s systems and aims to restore balance by considering genetic, environmental, lifestyle, and biochemical factors.

Allergy

• In functional medicine, allergies are seen not just as immune system reactions, but as signals of underlying imbalances or dysfunctions in the body. The focus is on improving overall health, restoring immune system balance, and addressing triggers that contributing to allergic reactions.

Chronic Fatigue

• Chronic Fatigue can have many contributing factors- ranging from hormonal imbalances to nutritional deficiencies and environmental toxins-functional medicine takes a holistic, individualized approach to
  treatment.

Metabolic Disease Management

• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome When treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), functional medicine practitioners consider a variety of factors that could contribute to the condition, such as hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, and gut health.

Diabetes Management

• A functional medicine approach to managing diabetes focuses on understanding and addressing the underlying causes of the disease, rather than just focusing on symptom management or using medications alone. Functional medicine looks at the whole person, considering factors like genetics, lifestyle, diet, environmental exposures, and hormonal balance, in order to create a personalized plan that can prevent or even reverse insulin resistance and improve overall metabolic health.

Liver Detox/Metal Detox

• Functional medicine focuses on optimizing the liver’s natural detoxification processes, while also addressing the harmful effects of environmental toxins, such as heavy metals, on the body. Functional medicine aims to support the liver, boost its detoxifying capacity, and help eliminate harmful substances in a safe, effective, and personalized way.

Adrenal Dysfunction

• In functional medicine, adrenal dysfunction is often linked to chronic stress, poor nutrition, inflammation, or environmental toxins. The condition can manifest in various forms, such as adrenal fatigue or adrenal insufficiency (such as Addison’s disease), but functional medicine generally focuses on managing subclinical adrenal dysfunction and restoring balance to support overall well health.

Anti-Aging/Nutritional Therapy for Skin

• Functional medicine seeks to understand the underlying factors contributing to aging, such as inflammation, oxidative stress, nutrient deficiencies, and hormonal imbalances. Functional medicine aims to slow down the aging process, improve longevity, and enhance quality of life.

What you can expect during your time with us:

• Comprehensive Health History: Expect a deep dive into your medical history, social history, including occupational environment, lifestyle, diet, sleep, stress levels, family history, and any chronic conditions. This is much more detailed than a typical visit with a conventional doctor that will help to determine the root cause of your symptoms.
• Labs: Labs will be reviewed and a personalized treatment plan given based on extensive lab results and symptoms.
• Follow up visit: At this visit we will review any test results with you and explain any imbalances or issues found. Based on your results and findings we will create an individualized treatment plan.
  Re-evaluation appointment: Will focus on modifications with a Life Coach/Provider

IM & IV Micronutrient Therapy

We offer both (IM) and (IV)nutrient therapy

• Delivers vitamins and minerals directly into the body for fast, efficient absorption.
• Used in Functional Medicine to correct deficiencies, boost overall health and support specific conditions.
• Benefits include, quicker results than oral supplements, improved absorption and long-term wellness support

FAQs About Functional Medicine

How is functional medicine different from conventional medicine?

Unlike conventional medicine, which often focuses on treating symptoms, functional medicine looks at the root causes of health concerns and creates personalized treatment plans for long-term wellness.

Does functional medicine replace traditional medical care?

No, functional medicine works alongside traditional healthcare. It enhances treatment by focusing on prevention and addressing lifestyle factors that impact health.

Common Conditions Treated with Functional Medicine

• Acid Reflux
• Allergies
• Auto Immune
• Diabetes
• Low Libido
• Hypertension
• Osteoporosis
• Chronic Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Memory
• Anxiety
• ADHD
• Chronic Pain
• Depression
• Weight management
• Insomnia
• PCOS
• Men’s Health
• Metal Detox
• Anti-Aging
• Dysfunction
• Women’s Health
• Stress/Cortisol
• Chronic Fatigue

By addressing the root cause, functional medicine provides long-term solutions rather than temporary relief.