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home | 1 - Intro. to F.D.M.4.0+
 
1 - Intro. to F.D.M.4.0+
F.D.M. Module #1 (4.0+)
An Introduction to Functional Diagnostic Medicine

This will be your resource page for all the lessons in our "Introduction to Functional Diagnostic Medicine" Module 4.0+. All the training videos, audio recordings, handouts, powerpoint slides, reference material, Insider's Guides and online resources for this module are posted here.

MODULE 1 EXAMINATION
MODULE 1 EXAMINATION This page contains the Module 1 examination. If you have completed Module 1 please visit this page to take your Module 1 Exit Examination. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 1: An Introduction to Functional Diagnostic Medicine
TRAINING LESSON 1: An Introduction to Functional Diagnostic Medicine Your first training lesson will provide a clear overview of functional diagnostic medicine. As you watch this video we are confident you will get a strong sense that you are in the right place at the right time. This lesson will show you the enormous potential of FDM and give you the confidence and of course motivation to begin your journey toward becoming an ACE practitioner. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 2: The Functional Medicine Thinking Mechanism
TRAINING LESSON 2: The Functional Medicine  Thinking Mechanism Your second training lesson will provide a clear overview of the Functional Medicine thinking mechanism. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 3: Implementing an FDM Program Into Your Clinic
TRAINING LESSON 3: Implementing an FDM Program Into Your Clinic Your third lesson will show you a system to successfully implement FDM into your clinic. Experience in the business world has shown that businesses utilizing a "systems approach" are far more likely to be successful than those that don't. Over the course of this training we will be showing you ways to work on your business rather than in your business. The first steps in this process are covered in this lesson. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 4: The Business of Running an FDM Office
TRAINING LESSON 4: The Business of Running an FDM Office In this lesson we want to introduce you to Debbie Grisanti. She is Dr. Grisanti's wife and has been running his busy neuromuscular and FDM practice for many years. She has a wealth of knowledge to share with us about the ins and outs of running a successful FDM practice from the perspective of the front office.  . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 5: The New Patient Health History
TRAINING LESSON 5: The New Patient Health History This lesson shows you how to use the F.D.M. Intake Form, which represents the data gathering tool you will be using to gather important information from your patients prior to their first appointment. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 6- Part I: Intro to Physical Examination- General Survey and Vitals
TRAINING LESSON 6- Part I: Intro to Physical Examination- General Survey and Vitals In this training lesson you will review the physical examination, vitals, and analyze your patient's signs and symptoms from a functional medicine perspective. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 6 Part II: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Skin
TRAINING LESSON 6 Part II: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Skin This lesson covers an overview of common skin disorders, the presenting conditions and possible underlying causes. It also includes a look at skin conditions frequently treated from a functional This lesson covers an overview of common skin disorders, the presenting conditions and possible underlying causes. It also includes a look at skin conditions frequently treated from a functional medicine perspective. . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part III: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Head and Neck
Training Lesson 6 Part III: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Head and Neck This lessons covers the HEENT examination, which reviews the common signs and symptoms of the Head, Ears, Eyes, Nose, and Throat. Content includes how to differentiate between common vs emergency signs of headache, ophthalmic exam, and examination of the thyroid. . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part IV: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Cardiovascular and Peripheral Vascular System
Training Lesson 6 Part IV: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Cardiovascular and Peripheral Vascular System This lessons reviews the cardiovascular and peripheral systems. You will learn the various heart sounds, auscultation, common signs and symptoms, and how to perform the ABI (Ankle Brachial Index) and its value in diagnosis . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part V: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Respiratory System
Training Lesson 6 Part V: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Respiratory System This lesson teaches physical examination of the respiratory system, signs and symptoms of common disorders, and the indications for Spirometry and how to interpret its readings. . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part VI: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Abdomen
Training Lesson 6 Part VI: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Abdomen This lesson teaches the proper examination of the abdomen. You will learn to recognize the variable signs and symptoms of pain, proper auscultation, and palpation of the kidneys, liver, spleen, and abdominal masses. . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part VII: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Neurological and Musculo-Skeletal System
Training Lesson 6 Part VII: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Neurological and Musculo-Skeletal System In this lesson you will learn how musculoskeletal pain can be in part due to such factors as autoimmune disease, nutritional deficiencies, genetic factors, and toxin overload. You will look at the grading systems for muscle strength and reflexes, along with special technique testing. . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part VIII: Physical Examination of the Male Genitilia, Hernias and Rectum
Training Lesson 6 Part VIII: Physical Examination of the Male Genitilia, Hernias and Rectum This lesson teaches proper examination of the male genital system and rectum, and the signs and . . . keep reading
Training Lesson 6 Part IX: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Breast and Female Pelvis
Training Lesson 6 Part IX: Physical Examination & Associated Pathology of the Breast and Female Pelvis In this lesson you will learn the vertical strip technique for examination of the female breast, proper examination of the male breast, and signs and symptoms of disease and disorders. . . . keep reading
TRAINING LESSON 7: Blood Chemistry & CBC Analysis
TRAINING LESSON 7: Blood Chemistry & CBC Analysis This lesson will teach you where to begin with blood laboratory testing; from understanding why labs should be ordered to the various panels and their reference ranges, this lesson is essential to diagnosis. . . . keep reading
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