Dr. Walsh started training in the field of Functional Medicine. Functional Medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease, using a systems-oriented approach and engaging both patient and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership. It is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. - See more here: https://www.functionalmedicine.org/What_is_Functional_Medicine/AboutFM/#sthash.pDCdJClS.dpuf