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medicine focus on addressing underlying factors rather than just
symptoms [14].
Organizing Recommendations by Category
Structures interventions logically (nutrition, supplements, lifestyle,
etc.) to improve patient compliance and simplify complex
treatment protocols [15].
Tracking Clinical Outcomes Over Time
Provides tools to measure progress through symptom tracking,
follow-up questionnaires, and objective markers, helping
practitioners demonstrate efficacy and adjust treatment as
needed [16].
Practice Growth and Development
Supports scaling functional medicine practices through
streamlined workflows and improved patient management
capabilities [17].
Rupa Health
While primarily known as a specialty lab ordering platform, Rupa
Health has expanded its capabilities to include educational
resources and practice management tools that support lab
interpretation [18].
Key Features:
● Centralized Lab Ordering: Access to over 30 specialty labs
through a single portal
● Educational Resources: Extensive training on lab
interpretation through Rupa University
● AI-Powered Food Plans: Tools that connect lab findings with
personalized nutrition recommendations
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