While practicing in Boulder, Dr. Kaufman became aware that patients needed and wanted more than what they were receiving from traditional Western Medical healthcare. She observed that while some patients felt better with certain medications including bio-identical hormones, a large percentage continued to not feel “well” or had even more symptoms because underlying issues were not addressed. Through these observations she became passionate about functional, integrative medical care and incorporating more holistic approaches with patients. As a result, she pursued a fellowship in Functional Medicine to develop a deeper understanding of the underlying triggers that keep patients from experiencing their optimal health.

In 2019 Dr. Karen Kaufman was invited to join the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine Advisory Board. She is the first member of the board with a background in functional, and integrative medicine, in addition to being a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist. The integrative, functional model has given Dr. Kaufman an entirely different perspective about how to approach a patient’s symptoms and complex medical issues.

Check out the short videos below to learn more about Dr. Kaufman’s practice or click HERE to go to her website for more information.