Functional medicine is a systems-based, root cause approach to healthcare. Rather than managing symptoms with medication, we identify the underlying biological, hormonal, and metabolic dysfunctions driving your condition. We use advanced diagnostic testing, clinical evaluation, and personalized treatment protocols to address why you feel the way you do — not just what to call it.

We specialize in thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, gut health issues, unexplained weight gain, chronic fatigue, neurological conditions, and inflammatory conditions. If you've been told your labs are "normal" but you still feel unwell, functional medicine may be the answer.

Yes. Thyroid health is one of our core specialties. We evaluate and treat hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, hyperthyroidism, subclinical thyroid dysfunction, and thyroid-related weight gain. Unlike conventional care, we run a comprehensive thyroid panel — including TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies — to get a complete picture of your thyroid function.

Standard thyroid testing typically only measures TSH, which is an incomplete picture. Many patients with Hashimoto's, low Free T3, or elevated Reverse T3 are missed entirely by conventional screening. We run a full thyroid panel and evaluate your symptoms in context, allowing us to identify dysfunction that standard care routinely overlooks.

Yes. Unexplained weight gain or an inability to lose weight is almost always a symptom of an underlying dysfunction — not a willpower problem. We identify and treat the root causes, including thyroid imbalance, insulin resistance, leptin resistance, adrenal dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, chronic inflammation, and gut dysbiosis. Our weight loss approach is lab-driven and individualized, not a one-size-fits-all diet program.

We don't prescribe a generic diet or hand you a meal plan. We run comprehensive metabolic and hormonal lab work to understand what is actually preventing you from losing weight. Treatment may include hormonal optimization, gut repair protocols, anti-inflammatory nutrition, & targeted supplementation. Every protocol is built around your specific biology.

Yes. We work with patients diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis, and other autoimmune conditions. Our approach focuses on identifying immune triggers — including gut permeability, chronic infections, toxic burden, and dietary sensitivities — and building a protocol to reduce autoimmune activity at the source.

Yes. Gut health is foundational to nearly every chronic condition we treat. We evaluate and treat SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), leaky gut, dysbiosis, IBS, IBD, and related digestive disorders using comprehensive stool testing, organic acid testing, and individualized gut restoration protocols.

We use advanced functional lab testing that goes well beyond what is ordered in conventional medicine. This includes comprehensive thyroid panels, full hormone panels, metabolic panels, gut microbiome analysis, nutrient deficiency testing, inflammatory markers, food sensitivity panels, heavy metal and toxin testing etc.

What makes us different is that we take an OBJECTIVE look at your entire body. We take a "holistic" look at the big picture. We use objective 3rd party testing to get the results we're looking for. We're not into generic 1 size fits all "cookie cutter" approaches. We want to give you a long-term sustainable solution. And please remember, fat melts off your body as a side effect of getting healthy. Our primary goal is to get you healthy once again.

Very simple. Dr. Mannie will ask you some questions, do a thorough health history, and determine if you're a case he can accept. If he thinks he can help he'll give you that option. If he doesn't think he can help, he'll work to find somebody who can.

ABSOLUTELY! Our protocols are extremely safe and there is nothing like it. There are very few doctors that will do objective functional testing and work towards finding the ROOT CAUSE of the health challenge. Most simply give a med / chemical cover up.

Functional medicine is particularly well-suited for patients who have chronic, complex, or unresolved conditions — especially those who have sought answers through conventional medicine without success. If you are dealing with unexplained symptoms, have been told your labs are normal despite feeling unwell, or want a proactive and personalized approach to your health, functional medicine is likely the right fit.

Results vary based on the condition and the degree of underlying dysfunction. Many patients begin noticing meaningful improvements in energy, weight, and symptom burden within 4 to 12 weeks of starting their protocol. Chronic conditions such as autoimmune disease or long-standing hormonal imbalances typically require a longer treatment window of 3 to 6 months for full resolution.

Yes, we are currently accepting new patients. We offer telehealth consultations for patients throughout Tennessee and select other states.

It's hard to know without having a quick discovery call to determine your goals. A person looking to lose 15 pounds will be different from a person looking to lose 150 pounds. Keep in mind we are ALL unique & different and every patient has a unique care plan that is different from anybody else. We do this via our objective lab testing etc. But this is why we do complimentary discovery calls to determine if our functional weight loss program would make sense for you etc.

Unfortunately no insurance company pays for weight loss. However, if you're MOTIVATED we'll work with you. Our protocols are very affordable and keep in mind that we've never turned anybody away because of finances. 

We serve patients in the Franklin, TN area and throughout middle Tennessee via Telehealth. Whether you prefer to connect virtually or are local to Middle Tennessee, we make it easy to get started from wherever you are.

We will provide recommendations based on where you're nutrient deficient / depleted. Again, this is based on the testing that is performed. We'll give you supplement recommendations as well as give you food recommendations to eat more of that are abundant in the nutrients where you're depleted. 

YES! Even though our functional protocols are done virtually, we provide 24/7 email support. If you have a question / obstacle to work through we'll provide you the support & guidance you need.

No. We don't give medications. What we do is safe, natural, & highly effective. We do this WITHOUT harmful medications or risky procedures.