Dr. Larson is a physician trained in Internal, Preventive, and Functional Medicine. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Columbia University and a year of training in Bioethics.   During her training, she completed a residency rotation at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.  Her core values are consistent with the Integrative paradigm that recognizes healing as a multi-dimensional process.

Dr. Larson left the world of traditional medicine in 2012, disappointed that the system allows physicians so little time to understand and meet the needs of patients.  She was introduced to Functional Medicine by a colleague who challenged her to go on an elimination diet for a month.  By the end of the month, she realized what a huge difference dietary changes can make.  It eliminated a stomach ache she had not recognized and her joints felt immensely better. She started courses in Functional Medicine later in 2012.  By 2015 she had started her private practice and qualified for certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine.

Dr. Larson brings a wealth of life experience to her practice.  Before entering the medical field she spent years as a mother, math teacher, basketball coach, community volunteer, and avid tennis player.  She faced the challenge of Thyroid Cancer at the age of 26 and in 2016 was diagnosed with an immune disorder called Sarcoidosis.  Because she has struggled with these life threatening health conditions she understands the commitment required to make healthy lifestyle changes over a lifetime.  She will work with you to find manageable, realistic choices you can maintain long-term.