Episode 23:  The Challenges of “Traditional Medicine”, The Limitations of Insurance Companies, and The Role of Root Cause Disease Management with Erin Files, APRN-CNP

About my Guest:  Erin Files is a board certified family nurse practitioner specializing in functional, hormonal, and aesthetic medicine.  She has been practicing functional medicine for 12 years and has owned Encompass Wellness and Aesthetics for almost ten years.  She is a member of American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, The Institute of Functional Medicine, and the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics.  Her practice focuses on getting to the root cause of health issues and working to make you look your best, inside and out.     Erin Files: Instagram Website Summary: Dr. Cassie Smith and Erin Files discuss the challenges of traditional medicine and the importance of functional medicine in treating patients holistically. They emphasize the need to address the root causes of diseases and focus on lifestyle changes rather than relying solely on medications. The conversation highlights the role of education in empowering patients to take control of their health and make informed decisions. They also discuss the limitations of insurance companies in supporting functional medicine practices and the need for a shift towards a more patient-centered approach. In this conversation, Cassie and Erin discuss the importance of self-acceptance and self-talk, as well as the role of functional medicine in treating complex health conditions. They emphasize the need to meet patients where they are and provide individualized care. They also address common misconceptions about hormones and the use of fillers in individuals with autoimmune diseases. Erin introduces a new procedure called Beautifill, which uses the patient's own fat for facial rejuvenation. The conversation concludes with three health tips: the benefits of broccoli, the importance of exercise, and the impact of diet on overall health. Time Stamps:  00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:49 Erin Files' Journey into Functional Medicine 05:06 The Difference Between Functional and Traditional Medicine 09:22 The Importance of Gut Health and Detoxification 13:31 The Role of Education in Functional Medicine 18:41 The Limitations of Insurance Companies in Supporting Functional Medicine 25:01 The Challenges of Traditional Medicine 28:50 The Power of Self-Acceptance and Positive Self-Talk 30:13 The Role of Functional Medicine in Individualized Care 35:51 Dispelling Misconceptions about Hormones and Fillers 43:48 Introducing Butafil: A Natural and Long-Lasting Facial Rejuvenation Procedure 50:13 The Benefits of Broccoli for Detoxification and Health 51:12 The Importance of Exercise for Muscle Mass and Overall Health 53:02 The Impact of Diet on Chronic Disease Prevention 💊 Get Dr. Cassie's own blend of Dynamic Vitamin D+K2 here: https://www.modern-endocrine.com/shop/#!/Dynamic-D-K2-60-Count/p/520045249/category=0 ⚡️Get Dr. Cassie’s Iron Supplement here: https://www.modern-endocrine.com/shop/#!/Iron-60-CT-ME/p/520055514 🧪Get Dr. Cassie’s Mighty Methylfolate here: https://www.modern-endocrine.com/shop/#!/Mighty-Methylfolate-60-Count/p/520047649 Connect with Modern Endocrine: Check out the website Follow Cassie on Instagram Follow Cassie on Facebook Follow Cassie on YouTube Follow Cassie on TikTok Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter Disclaimer