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As a certified functional medicine practitioner in Albany, Georgia, my goal is to provide you with the highest level of personalized care. Learn how together we can restore your health and elevate it to new heights.

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Will Koopal, PA-C, IFMCP

Serving Patients Throughout Georgia

I’m Will Koopal, a certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) and certified Functional Medicine practitioner (IFMCP). My passion lies in unraveling complex health challenges and then customizing a functional, whole person approach—mind, body, and spirit—to get you feeling great again and letting you take charge of your health. Come see me at my new office located inside The Medicine Man’s Corner in Albany, GA. I also offer telehealth appointments.

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Will Koopal, IFM Certified Practitioner

I am a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner which requires training and education from The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). IFM is the only functional medicine organization accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). The IFM is the global leader in Functional Medicine education and offers a holistic systems-based approach to prevention, diagnosis, and comprehensive management of complex chronic disease.

Shoemaker Protocol Proficiency Partner Diplomate

I have undergone advanced training and am honored to be a Shoemaker Protocol™ Proficiency Partner Diplomate—one of only three in the state of Georgia! The Shoemaker Protocol is the only scientifically proven, published, peer-reviewed method to effectively identify, diagnose, and treat Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). I also have completed an additional CIRS certification through American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments to accurately diagnose and treat CIRS.

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Valuable insight into the functional medicine approach to disease prevention, optimal health, and longevity.

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Understanding Your Toxic Load and the Detoxification Process

Ever wondered why you still feel sluggish despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Understanding and addressing your toxic load—the accumulation of harmful substances in your body from everyday exposure—is essential for boosting your energy levels and enhancing your overall well-being.

Why Functional Medicine Works

Personalized Care

Functional medicine takes into account the uniqueness of each individual. This human-centered approach considers the whole individual and their unique lifestyle, health, and environmental impacts.

Root Cause Focus

Rather than simply treating symptoms, functional medicine aims to identify and address the root causes of illness. This hands-on approach may help to manage chronic diseases more effectively than traditional approaches that solely address symptoms.

Prevention-oriented

By focusing on the factors that influence long-term health, functional medicine practitioners aim to prevent chronic diseases before they start, which is a much healthier and cost-effective way to manage health.

Comprehensive Care

Functional medicine integrates traditional Western medical practices with what may be considered alternative or integrative medicine, creating a focus on prevention and diet, lifestyle, and stress management strategies.

Improved Health and Wellness

By addressing all aspects of an individual's life, functional medicine can lead to a greater level of wellness and vitality. Restoring balance is the key to restoring health.

Will Koopal Functional Medicine

Rather than ask the questions what disease? what drug?, I ask the question why? You can treat symptoms for years and see little to no improvement. Real healing begins by uncovering the root cause.

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