Effective May 1st our East Providence office will be closing. All appointments will be transferred to our Johnston office or can be rescheduled to our Warwick office.
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Making the decision to come see one of our healthcare specialists is an important first step toward getting on the path to better health. At AAPRI and the Center for Functional Medicine, our #1 goal is to identify the root cause of your symptoms so we can provide targeted, accurate treatment and ensure the best possible outcome. Testing is an essential tool we use to assess your health condition and needs—and we offer a wide range of testing and treatment options.
Read MoreMore than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year. But as common as allergies are, they are frequently misunderstood. What are some of the most common myths and misconceptions about allergies?
Read MoreHere at AAPRI and the Center for Functional Medicine, we talk a lot about the connection between gut health and asthma and allergies—for good reason. There’s no denying that a healthy gut microbiome is essential in supporting a strong immune system and for overall health and well-being. Gut health plays a key role in keeping children mentally and physically healthy, too—reducing the risk of illness, disease, and allergies. Good gut health starts with eating healthy foods.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered if part of the reason you’re not feeling 100% is because you’re missing some key nutrients? Maybe your vitamin D is low or perhaps you need more magnesium. Lacking certain vitamins and minerals can suppress your immune system and leave you vulnerable to illness, fatigue, poor sleep, and even allergies and asthma. Here at AAPRI and the Center for Functional Medicine we believe food is medicine, which is why we focus a lot on what you’re putting in your body.
Read MoreSummertime means the return of outdoor activities, but it also means sneezing and sniffling for many allergy sufferers. Seasonal allergies, like other types of allergies, develop when your body’s immune system overreacts to something in the environment. Here in Rhode Island, pollen from grasses, as well as mold (especially with all of the recent wet weather), are common allergy triggers.
Read MoreAt AAPRI and the Center for Functional Medicine, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is here to provide you with personalized care to help you live a healthier life. “I treat all of my patients as if you’re a family member,” says Physician Assistant Amanda Matteson.
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