At the Mind Performance Center, Dr. J. Douglas Brown, DC, DACNB, merges deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (DTMS), brain pathway rehabilitation and metabolic enhancement through functional medicine to address brain disorders like anxiety, memory issues and dementia. Treatment plans are customized to meet the individual needs of patients.

“Treating the brain without including the functional medicine approach is unsuccessful,” Brown emphasizes.

Functional medicine takes a whole-body approach to healthcare. Instead of solely diagnosing and treating symptoms, it promotes overall well-being through nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes. Unlike traditional medicine, which focuses on alleviating symptoms, functional medicine seeks to identify and treat the root cause of the condition.

For example, while a traditional doctor might prescribe pain medication for joint pain, a functional medicine provider looks for long-term solutions, perhaps suggesting weight management and joint-strengthening exercises to address the underlying cause.

At Mind Performance Center, Dr. Brown applies key principles of functional medicine. First, he prioritizes treating the underlying illness rather than simply masking symptoms. This includes encouraging preventive screenings and regular checkups.

Additionally, the functional medicine approach involves viewing health as a combination of physical, emotional, spiritual and mental well-being. Brown collaborates with each patient, taking time to understand their symptoms and concerns to create personalized treatment plans.

“Past illnesses or poor health don’t define you,” he says, adding that this approach empowers patients to regain control over their cognitive health.