Thought leader and and founding member of the Institute for Functional Medicine Laurie Hofmann offers her insights into the future of Functional Medicine. She discusses how health coaches are a critical part of collaborative care teams and how Functional Medicine fits into healthcare.

Laurie Hofmann, MPH, has devoted more than 20 years of her life to the advancement of The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and Functional Medicine. She was a founding member of the IFM Board of Directors, then served as Vice-Chair, was subsequently Executive Director, then served as CEO, and finally as Board Chair. Laurie skillfully managed the rapid growth of the organization with incredible commitment, laser focus, and sustained compassion. The evolution and expansion of the functional medicine ecosystem and IFM are a direct result of Laurie’s leadership, vision, and perseverance.