Functional versus Traditional Medicine with Dr Sean McCloy

In Episode 4, Disease is for Profit, I briefly touched on a functional medicine doctor versus a traditional doctor. I didn’t mention how they differ though, or when you may want to seek out a functional medicine doctor or a traditional doctor.Meet today’s guest, Dr Sean McCloy, a functional medicine doctor and the Medical Director for Integrative Health Center of Maine.On today’s episode, you will learn:The difference between functional and traditional medicineWhen pharmaceuticals are the better option than a natural remedy and vice versaThe link between the subconscious mind and chronic illness/painHow and why functional medicine can help those with chronic conditions About Dr. Sean McCloy:Sean McCloy, MD, MPH, MA, CCT, D-ABFM, D-ABIHM is the Medical Director ofIntegrative Health Center of Maine. He received his Medical Degree from New YorkMedical College. He completed his Family Medicine residency training at MaineMedical Center in Portland. He is a board-certified Diplomate in both Family Medicineand Integrative Holistic Medicine. He received his Master of Public Health (specializingin Health Promotion and Disease Prevention) from Boston University School of PublicHealth and his Masters of Arts in Medical Sciences from Boston University School ofMedicine. He is certified in Chelation Therapy from the American College forAdvancement in Medicine (ACAM). He has served on the Education Committee of theInternational Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS).Besides offering Holistic Family Medicine, Dr. McCloy specializes in IntravenousVitamins Therapies, Heavy Metal Detoxification, Functional and Nutritional Medicine,and Bioidentical Hormone Replacement. He also uses Osteopathic ManipulativeMedicine in his treatment approaches. He sees all ages of patients, from newborns togeriatrics. By restoring balance to his patients he let their bodies, minds, and spirits heal.Instead of using pharmaceutical medications to cover up symptoms, Dr. McCloy huntsfor the root causes of an illness and tries to correct those using natural treatments.In addition to enjoying his work, Dr. McCloy loves going on outdoor adventures with hisfamily, preparing gourmet vegetarian feasts, making music with his friends, playingultimate frisbee and squash, furniture building, and exploring beautiful Maine.To find Dr. McCloy: maineintegrative.com207-699-3830If you loved this episode and you got a lot out of it, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram for more quick tips and tricks on how to change your experience with pain.Support the showResourcesWebsiteFree Mini Cogno MondaysLearn more about CognomovementTry Cognomovement for yourself!Book a call with KatieCredit: Tom Giovingo, Intro & Outro, Random Voice Guy, Professional ‘Cat‘ HerderMixed & Managed: JohnRavenscraft.comDisclaimer: Katie is not a medical professional and she is not qualified to diagnose any conditions. The advice and information she gives is based on her own experience and research. It does not take the place of medical advice. Always consult a medical professional first before you try anything new.