Our Process
At Twin Oaks, you’ll have access to incredible online resources as well as the expertise of Dr. Sauer and his team. Discover the latest breakthroughs in medical science and see how these new discoveries impact your treatment plan. From monthly live health education webinars to one-on-one conversations, you’ll be able to ask questions (and get detailed answers) about your health.
Based on your health needs, Dr. Sauer will recommend a set number of regular appointments and check-ins. During these appointments, we will want to know how your are doing and how you are feeling. If you’re excelling, then we will want to continue that momentum. If you’ve hit a plateau, we will provide accountability and support. Over time, your plan’s lifestyle recommendations will become sustainable habits, and together, we implement the care plan we have developed, offering motivation and guidance as we celebrate your achievements.
Lab work is a cornerstone of functional medicine. Labs enable us to identify underlying dysfunctions in your body and identify root causes. Unlike conventional lab ranges, which are based on population curves, we view your test results through a functional medicine lens, focusing on optimal ranges. This allows us to detect issues before your body’s compensatory mechanisms fail. Our comprehensive approach involves running labs from multiple viewpoints, offering a wider scope and deeper understanding of your body’s functions. From nutritional and inflammation markers to cardiovascular screening, thyroid and hormone panels, gut microbiome balance, toxic burden assessment, adrenal function, and genetic markers, we leave no stone unturned in our quest for insights. The body is interconnected, which means we must monitor every system for clues to your symptoms.
Dr. Sauer and his team were extremely helpful! They were able to validate my concerns about my thyroid through labs that my clinic couldn't. How amazing that was and it wasn't just me "getting older". Everyone should be doing this program! Overall my physical and mental health are so much better. I finally have answers and am living a life without headaches, inflammation, and unexplained weight gain.
Jamie Nelson
Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the root cause of illness, rather than just treating symptoms. It is a patient-centered approach that seeks to understand the unique genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that contribute to each individual’s health.
Functional medicine practitioners work with their patients to create personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs and support the body’s natural ability to heal itself. This approach recognizes that every person is unique and that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to health and wellness. By addressing the root causes of illness, functional medicine aims to achieve long-term healing and optimal health for its patients.