About my Guest: 

Erin Files is a board certified family nurse practitioner specializing in functional, hormonal, and aesthetic medicine.  She has been practicing functional medicine for 12 years and has owned Encompass Wellness and Aesthetics for almost ten years.  She is a member of American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, The Institute of Functional Medicine, and the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics.  Her practice focuses on getting to the root cause of health issues and working to make you look your best, inside and out.  

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Summary:

Dr. Cassie Smith and Erin Files discuss the challenges of traditional medicine and the importance of functional medicine in treating patients holistically. They emphasize the need to address the root causes of diseases and focus on lifestyle changes rather than relying solely on medications. The conversation highlights the role of education in empowering patients to take control of their health and make informed decisions. They also discuss the limitations of insurance companies in supporting functional medicine practices and the need for a shift towards a more patient-centered approach. In this conversation, Cassie and Erin discuss the importance of self-acceptance and self-talk, as well as the role of functional medicine in treating complex health conditions. They emphasize the need to meet patients where they are and provide individualized care. They also address common misconceptions about hormones and the use of fillers in individuals with autoimmune diseases. Erin introduces a new procedure called Beautifill, which uses the patient's own fat for facial rejuvenation. The conversation concludes with three health tips: the benefits of broccoli, the importance of exercise, and the impact of diet on overall health.

Time Stamps: 

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:49 Erin Files' Journey into Functional Medicine

05:06 The Difference Between Functional and Traditional Medicine

09:22 The Importance of Gut Health and Detoxification

13:31 The Role of Education in Functional Medicine

18:41 The Limitations of Insurance Companies in Supporting Functional Medicine

25:01 The Challenges of Traditional Medicine

28:50 The Power of Self-Acceptance and Positive Self-Talk

30:13 The Role of Functional Medicine in Individualized Care

35:51 Dispelling Misconceptions about Hormones and Fillers

43:48 Introducing Butafil: A Natural and Long-Lasting Facial Rejuvenation Procedure

50:13 The Benefits of Broccoli for Detoxification and Health

51:12 The Importance of Exercise for Muscle Mass and Overall Health

53:02 The Impact of Diet on Chronic Disease Prevention

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