I'm Kim Gitzel, a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Certified Personal Trainer on a mission to guide women like you through the hormonal shifts of this transformative chapter of life. Through my personalized programs, I'll help you uncover the hidden imbalances holding you back and implement a comprehensive, evidence-based plan to restore your hormonal equilibrium, boost your energy levels, and revitalize your overall wellbeing.
For over 20 years, I've been on the frontlines of healthcare, first as an acupuncturist and now as a functional medicine practitioner. And through it all, I've witnessed a disturbing pattern - our conventional medical system is failing too many people, especially women navigating the hormonal shifts of midlife.
As an acupuncturist, I saw an alarming uptick in complex, lifestyle-driven disease patterns that my Eastern medicine training alone couldn't fully resolve. And as a mom, I had my own frustrating experiences with the limitations of "sick care" - like the chronic ear infections of my childhood that left me with compromised hearing, or the knee injury that conventional doctors wanted to treat with invasive surgery.
But those setbacks only strengthened my resolve to find a better way. I knew there had to be an approach that could get to the root cause of health issues, rather than just mask symptoms. And that's when I discovered the power of functional medicine.
Suddenly, the missing pieces clicked into place. Functional medicine offered the comprehensive, detail-oriented framework I needed to truly help people heal - not just manage their conditions, but address the underlying imbalances driving their struggles. And it was a game-changer, both for my own health journey and for the clients I serve.
Now, as a board-certified family nurse practitioner and functional medicine specialist, my mission is to be a "bridge" between the Eastern and Western approaches to wellness. I'm passionate about empowering women in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond to reclaim their energy, vitality, and overall wellbeing through personalized functional strategies.
Because I know firsthand that the hormonal chaos and systemic changes of perimenopause and menopause don't have to mean the end of your vibrant health. In fact, with the right support, this can be an incredible opportunity to optimize your mind, body, and spirit like never before.
My no-nonsense, heart-centered approach is rooted in getting to the root cause of what's going on in your unique physiology. Through comprehensive testing, personalized nutrition and lifestyle planning, and targeted supplementation, we'll bring your hormones, gut health, and overall function back into balance.
No more guessing, no more just "managing" your symptoms. Just a clear roadmap to radiant, sustainable wellness - so you can step into the next phase of your life feeling stronger, more energized, and more empowered than ever.
If you're ready to rewrite the narrative around midlife, I'd be honored to be your guide. Together, let's unlock your full potential and celebrate the incredible vitality that's rightfully yours at every age.
