Despite their similarities, integrative and functional medicine approach healing differently. Integrative medicine aims to understand each individual patient as a whole person. Healing your mind, body, and spirit is achieved through a variety of different forms of therapy. The goal of functional medicine is to identify and treat the underlying causes of your illness. The theory proposes that a condition can have many causes or that a cause can have many conditions. An integrative medicine practitioner views a patient as a mixture of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs that are interdependent and ultimately impact his or her entire well-being. Integrative medicine physicians often combine multiple therapies to provide comprehensive treatment, including acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, behavioral therapy, homeopathy, and energy work. Integrative family medicine is available at White Rock Naturopathic Clinic. We are conveniently located at #208 – 1676 Martin Dr., Surrey, BC, V4A 6E7. If you’re ready to take control of your health once and for all, contact us or book an appointment online so we can discuss your healthcare needs. We are never too busy to help you! We serve patients from Surrey BC, White Rock BC, Grandview Heights BC, Campbell Heights BC, Newton BC, Morgan Heights BC, and surrounding areas.