Your Care Team
At Functional Medicine Uptown, your health is supported by a whole team. From naturopathic doctors and health coaches to RMTs and osteopathic therapists, we bring together deep expertise and a collaborative approach to help you get to the root of what’s going on and feel genuinely better.
This is what health care should feel like.
At FMU, your experience is mapped out with intention.
We take the time to understand what’s going on, connect the dots, and create a step-by-step path forward that fits your life, and actually gets you the results.
From your first visit, you’ll know who’s on your team, what we’re investigating, and where we’re headed.
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Dr. Kristijana Rakic, ND
NATUROPATHIC & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOCTOR
Supports women in balancing hormones, overcoming weight-loss resistance, and restoring energy with tailored, data-driven care so they can feel strong and in control again.
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Dr. Benjamin Snider, ND
NATUROPATHIC & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOCTOR
Helps patients navigate chronic conditions, digestive issues, and hormonal shifts with functional testing and clear protocols designed to create lasting results, not just temporary relief.
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Dr. Tina Sestan, ND
NATUROPATHIC & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOCTOR
Supports patients with gut health, fatigue, and longevity using functional strategies and intuitive insight to help the body feel stronger, clearer, and more resilient over time.
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Dr. Erica Behr, ND
NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
Helps women manage PCOS, chronic stress, skin flare-ups, and gut imbalances with personalised, preventive care that supports long-term hormonal and digestive health.
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Dr. Jen Forristal, ND
NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
Supports families with care that bridges children’s mental health, fertility, and parent wellbeing—using a clear, compassionate approach rooted in functional medicine.
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Dr. Leizl Yance, ND
NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
Supports women through fertility, thyroid, and hormone challenges helping them make sense of their symptoms and feel aligned, energized, and prepared for whatever stage comes next.
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Dr. Aaron Samanta, ND
NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
Works with patients to prevent disease, optimize performance, and restore long-term health using advanced testing and data-led strategies to improve how the body functions at every level.
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Gloria Vaughan, FMHC
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEALTH COACH
Coaches clients through sustainable weight loss and metabolic healing by focusing on behaviour change, mindset, and habit-building that creates energy, confidence, and real momentum.
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Roberta Hayes, FMHC
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEALTH COACH
Blends nutrition, mindset, and nervous system work to help clients shift stuck patterns, regulate energy, and stay consistent with their health goals, without burnout or overwhelm.
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Jeff Clarke, M.OMSc
OSTEOPATHIC MANUAL THERAPIST
Uses osteopathy and mindful movement to reduce pain, restore symmetry, and improve how the body moves and feels so you can function better, with less tension and more ease.
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Gwen Rowbottom, RMT CLT
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Combines massage, lymphatic therapy, and craniosacral work to gently release built-up tension, reduce inflammation, and support fluid movement throughout the body.
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Michael Milosiewicz, RMT
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST / STUDENT OF OSTEOPATHY
Blends massage therapy with osteopathic principles and active movement work to help clients move better, reduce pain, and feel stronger.
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Jessica McKinnon, BScN
INFUSION TECHNICIAN / PHLEBOTOMIST
Delivers IV nutrient therapy with precision and care supporting hydration, nutrient absorption, and energy restoration in a calm, professional setting.
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Jen Dietrich
CLINIC DIRECTOR
Ensures everything at FMU runs smoothly—from team coordination to patient experience—so you always feel supported, informed, and cared for at every step.
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Brooke Hutchison, CNP
HOLISTIC NUTRITIONIST & COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
Bridges clinic and community through events and wellness initiatives that create connection, inspire education, and extend whole-person care beyond the treatment room.
A Clear Path Forward, Supported Every Step
At FMU, you’ll never be left guessing. From your first consult, you’ll know who’s on your team, what we’re investigating, and the plan we’re building together. Every step is intentional, collaborative, and tailored to your life, so you can finally move forward with confidence.
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We start with an in-depth conversation about your health history, current symptoms, and goals. This isn’t rushed, we take the time to really listen so we can understand the full picture.
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Based on advanced testing, evidence, and your unique needs, we create a custom plan that addresses root causes, not just symptoms. You’ll know exactly what we’re working on and why.
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Your care team collaborates behind the scenes and checks in so your plan adapts as you make progress. You’re never doing this alone.
“Functional Medicine Uptown has changed my life.”
— Nicole Streicher
“Very professional, knowledgeable and caring. I love how functional medicine gets to the root cause of issues rather than covering up the symptoms the way that our traditional health care is set up. Highly recommend!”
— Rebecca Hamilton