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Functional Medicine in Marlboro, NJ

Many patients come to us frustrated with persisting health issues. They have gone to doctors and taken prescribed medications, but nothing seems to work. We have found that simply putting a band-aid on your symptoms is not the best solution. For over 25 years, our team has developed specialized plans to help our patients achieve long-term wellness.
Advanced Wellness uses a holistic approach to treat chronic disease and illness. We focus on getting your body to normal function by restoring nutritional needs and hormonal balance. You can expect:
Functional Medicine in Marlboro, NJ
Many patients come to us frustrated with persisting health issues. They have gone to doctors and taken prescribed medications, but nothing seems to work. We have found that simply putting a band-aid on your symptoms is not the best solution. For over 25 years, our team has developed specialized plans to help our patients achieve long-term wellness.
Advanced Wellness uses a holistic approach to treat chronic disease and illness. We focus on getting your body to normal function by restoring nutritional needs and hormonal balance. You can expect:
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What Is Functional Medicine?

Functional medicine is a personalized, science-based approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness rather than just treating symptoms. It combines the latest advances in medical research with a deep understanding of how lifestyle, genetics, and environmental factors influence long-term health. Functional medicine supports holistic health at its core by looking at the body as an interconnected system, rather than a collection of separate organs or conditions. This method allows practitioners to create tailored treatment plans that restore balance and promote optimal wellness from the inside out.

What to Expect From Your Appointments

1. Initial Consultation

Your journey begins with a detailed conversation about your health history, lifestyle, symptoms, and goals. This one-on-one time allows us to get a full picture of your current condition and begin identifying potential underlying root causes of illness or discomfort.

Next, we may recommend comprehensive lab work to assess hormone levels, gut health, inflammation markers, and nutrition deficiencies. These tests help us uncover imbalances that might not show up during standard medical exams.

Once your results are in, we will meet again to walk you through the findings. We will explain what they mean and create a personalized plan that targets the root of the problem, not just the symptoms.

With your input, we will build a customized treatment plan that may include dietary adjustments, supplements, lifestyle changes, and other natural therapies. Our goal is to guide you toward optimal health, step by step.

As you progress, we will monitor your results and make adjustments as needed. We often hear that patients feel more energized, balanced, and in control of their health as their bodies heal.

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Candidates for Functional Medicine

Whether you struggle with weight loss or a nutritional deficiency, we identify the root cause and create the most effective program. Our team does not simply treat your symptoms. We use an alternative medicine approach that goes beyond the standard blood work and physical examination you will get from a doctor.
Our programs are ideal for those who suffer from:

The Benefits of Our Functional Medicine Approach

Our functional medicine model supports long-term healing by focusing on the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. By addressing the underlying imbalances in your body, we can create a care plan tailored to your unique health needs.
Benefits include:
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Free Benefits Check

Navigating insurance can be overwhelming, but we are here to make it easier. Our team will help you understand your coverage and work directly with your insurance provider to minimize out-of-pocket expenses. We accept a wide range of plans. If yours isn’t one of them, we will do our best to create a flexible solution so you can still receive the care you need.
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Why Choose Advanced Wellness?

At Advanced Wellness, we make it easy to prioritize your health by offering a wide range of services all in one convenient location, saving you time and travel. Our collaborative team approach means that you can benefit from the insights of multiple experts who review your case and develop an individualized plan tailored to your unique needs. We focus on uncovering the root cause of your condition rather than just managing symptoms, using the latest technology and proven techniques to guide you toward lasting relief and good health. If you are ready to take the next step, schedule an appointment with us today.
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Over 25 Years of Experience in Wellness Care

With over 25 years of experience in wellness care, Advanced Wellness has been helping individuals achieve better health through a proven, patient-centered approach. Our decades of expertise allow us to deliver effective, personalized care that addresses immediate concerns and long-term wellness goals.

Over 30,000 Lifestyles Restored in Marlboro!

“Advanced Wellness taught me, without any judgment, what I needed to do to get healthy again.”
– Chris C.

FAQs

How does functional medicine differ from aesthetic services?

Aesthetic services focus on external appearance, while integrative functional medicine aims to improve overall health by identifying and treating the underlying causes of illness.

Yes, functional medicine can address various health challenges, including fatigue, weight gain, chronic pain, and more.

Maintaining functional health involves a proactive approach that includes nutrition, movement, and effective stress management.

Gary Yen, MD

MCMSc, PA-C, AT

Dr. Gary L. Yen is Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has a sub-specialty in Pain Medicine. Dr. Yen grew up in Long Island, NY and received his medical degree from Ross University. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY and performed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Stony Brook University, where he was chief resident.

Dr. Yen completed a pain management fellowship at RehabNY in Buffalo, NY, during which he served as the assistant athletic trainer to the Buffalo Bison, the Minor League AAA baseball team for the Cleveland Indians, as well as the Niagara University men’s and women’s collegiate hockey team.

The former chairman of the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Division of the Pain Management Department at CentraState Medical Center, Dr. Yen specializes in the non-operative treatment of a variety of joint, muscular, nerve, skeletal, spine and sports related injuries. He treats acute and chronic pain syndromes and performs electrodiagnostic studies. Dr. Yen also performs variety of interventional pain procedures and minimally invasive spine surgery for the relief of pain. He utilizes conservative treatments such as physical therapy, chiropractic care and acupuncture in conjunction with other procedures to enhance long term benefits. Dr. Yen believes in working with patients to create individual treatment plans.

When not attending to his patients, Dr. Yen likes to play golf, cook, and has a passion for playing the saxophone and piano. He is the proud father of two boys.