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Pathways to Well-Being

Pathways to Well-Being

The Institute for Functional Medicine 96 Episodes Aug 6, 2026

Pathways to Well-Being is a clinician-focused podcast from The Institute for Functional Medicine. It explores functional medicine approaches that use genomics, epigenetics, nutrition, and lifestyle to create personalized solutions for better patient outcomes. The show features conversations with leading practitioners and researchers about the foundations of health and the latest medical advances. It also addresses the importance of expanding access to quality functional medicine care, especially during times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Listeners gain insights into how to help improve healthcare for all individuals.

Episodes

Nutrition, Brain Health, and the Gut-Brain Axis With Megan Lyons
Nutrition, Brain Health, and the Gut-Brain Axis With Megan Lyons Aug 6, 2026 00:51:15 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome Dr. Megan Lyons to discuss the gut-brain axis and how personalized nutritional treatment and prevention approaches support both gut function and brain health.
The Gut Microbiome, Aging, & Optimizing Healthspan with Tom Fabian, PhD, CNTP
The Gut Microbiome, Aging, & Optimizing Healthspan with Tom Fabian, PhD, CNTP Jul 10, 2026 00:41:24 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome leading expert on the gut microbiome and consultant and science advisor with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory Dr. Tom Fabian, to discuss how the gut microbiome may change over time and how supporting gut function may help extend healthspan.
Cardiology and the Functional Medicine Approach in Academic Medicine with James Carter, MD
Cardiology and the Functional Medicine Approach in Academic Medicine with James Carter, MD Jun 15, 2026 00:44:15 James Carter, MD, discusses his experiences integrating functional medicine in an academic medicine setting and how it transformed his approach to cardiology.
Functional Medicine Oncology & Cancer Survivorship with John Neely, MD
Functional Medicine Oncology & Cancer Survivorship with John Neely, MD May 19, 2026 00:42:22 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, John Neely, MD, discusses integrating functional medicine principles into oncology care and how it can help cancer survivors increase their health span.
Supporting Patients in the Era of GLP-1 Medications Monique Class, MS, APRN-BC
Supporting Patients in the Era of GLP-1 Medications Monique Class, MS, APRN-BC Apr 28, 2026 00:53:35 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome IFM educator and AIC 2026 presenter Monique Class to discuss the challenges of obesity and metabolic health in America, the strengths and limitations of GLP-1 medications, and the ways we can help patients with sustainable behavior change.
Understanding Histamine Intolerance with Amy Rolfsen, ND
Understanding Histamine Intolerance with Amy Rolfsen, ND Apr 7, 2026 00:44:48 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome Dr. Amy Rolfsen, naturopathic physician, educator, and medical consultant at Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, to discuss assessment options and treatments that can help patients with histamine intolerance. 
Nutrition, Menopause, and Women’s Health at Midlife and Beyond with Annina Burns, PhD, RDN, FMCP
Nutrition, Menopause, and Women’s Health at Midlife and Beyond with Annina Burns, PhD, RDN, FMCP Mar 17, 2026 00:30:55 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, new host and IFM Director of Medical Education Kelechi Uduhiri, MD, welcomes nutritionist, women’s health expert, and AIC 2026 speaker Annina Burns, PhD, to discuss how the functional medicine collaborative care team model can help empower women to understand their unique nutritional needs and improve their hea
In Conversation with the 2025 Linus and Ave Helen Pauling Award Winner Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, and Jeffery Bland, PhD
In Conversation with the 2025 Linus and Ave Helen Pauling Award Winner Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, and Jeffery Bland, PhD Sep 22, 2025 00:40:26 On this special episode of Pathways to Well-Being, IFM co-founder Dr. Jeffery Bland talks with the winner of the 2025 Linus and Ave Helen Pauling Award in Functional Medicine, Dr. Deanna Minich.  
Exploring the Potential of Psychedelics in Mental Health with Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD
Exploring the Potential of Psychedelics in Mental Health with Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD Aug 15, 2025 00:48:27 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, noted psychiatric researcher Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD, discusses the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapies to better understand how these agents may be applied therapeutically to support mental health and brain function.        
Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Modulating the Parasympathetic Response
Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Modulating the Parasympathetic Response Jul 17, 2025 00:44:10 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, Peter Staats, MD, MBA, discusses the role of the vaganerve is modulating the body’s response to chronic and acute stressors, and explores vagus nervestimulation therapies for restoring parasympathetic balance.
Ketogenic Diets and Brain Health with Dr. Terry Wahls
Ketogenic Diets and Brain Health with Dr. Terry Wahls Jun 18, 2025 00:48:11 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, legendary IFM educator Dr. Terry Wahls discusses how low-carbohydrate dietary plans like paleo and keto can provide the necessary nutrients to fuel the brain and help prevent cognitive decline and neurodegeneration, as well as how we can help patients implement and sustain these dietary changes to improve brain
Breath, Autonomic Balance, and Health with Sachin Patel, DC
Breath, Autonomic Balance, and Health with Sachin Patel, DC May 20, 2025 00:51:44 On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, we welcome AIC 2025 presenter Dr. Sachin Patel to discuss the importance of breathing, mindfulness, and achieving balance from within.

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