About California Center for Functional Medicine
The California Center for Functional Medicine (CCFM) is dedicated to providing a holistic and investigative approach to healthcare, blending advanced technology with personalized care. Founded by respected leaders in functional medicine, Doctor Sunjya Schweig and Chris Kresser, CCFM emphasizes a nutrient-dense, whole-foods diet and the importance of lifestyle factors including stress management, sleep, and physical activity. Patients have shared positive experiences with the skilled practitioners at CCFM, highlighting their thorough support during challenging health journeys. One patient, who struggled with mysterious symptoms for six years and was eventually diagnosed with chronic late-stage Lyme disease, credits CCFM with restoring their health and well-being. This patient, a Registered Dietitian, consistently recommends CCFM to colleagues and clients, underscoring the impactful care received. Another patient, an MD, expressed appreciation for the extensive level of care provided by Dr. Schweig and the team. They noted that CCFM offers a depth of knowledge and clinical skill that significantly enhances overall health, longevity, and vitality. The personal touch and effective communication from the staff were also praised, reinforcing the center's commitment to patient-centered care. Recently added reviews highlight the compassionate and competent staff, including Megan, who has been praised for her brightness, competence, and compassion. Patients appreciate the holistic, top-quality health care provided, especially in rural settings, which can sometimes feel daunting but is well worth the effort. The practice’s multidisciplinary team, including doctors, nurse practitioners, and health and nutritional coaches, helps address hard-to-treat chronic illnesses by getting to the root of health issues through various modalities and partnerships with patients. Overall, CCFM stands out as a place where patients find comprehensive support for their health needs, delivering a level of treatment and care that many describe as exceptional and unlike anything they have experienced before.
CCFM was the care I needed to recover my health and reverse my mysterious chronic pain. Yes, it’s expensive. But compared to the thousands of dollars I spent on physical therapy, acupuncture, other functional medicine practitioners, nutritionists etc. who didn’t know or weren’t willing to spend the money to find out what was wrong, it is a good value.
I am so grateful for the care that I have received from Dr. Schweig and the team at CCFM for the rare autoimmune disease I was diagnosed with two years ago. Dr. Schweig's expertise from many years of experience, along with his compassionate treatment approach, are very much appreciated. I received comprehensive thorough care from the start that has directly impacted the quality of my life. My pain levels decreased significantly as a result of the alternative treatments he recommended. We uncovered several underlying issues, and one by one, have been treating all of these potential causal and very much functional health concerns. I highly recommend CCFM if you want a holistic...read full review
I became a CCFM patient about 2 years ago given unexplained chronic symptoms which can not be diagnosed and addressed by conventional medicine. After onboarding, I went through a lot of tests over the next few months to check abnormalities in GI, autoimmune, hormone, metabolism, mold and mycotoxins exposure. The test uncovered major issues such as gluten sensitivity, mold and mycotoxin burden. Tracey O’Shea, who has been my care provider in CCFM since onboarding, explained to me all the test results and discussed next steps and answered any questions I have at each video appointment, and wrote me detailed encounter history from the appointment and instructions to follow...read full review