Functional Medicine & Root-Cause Healing at Hyperion Functional Medicine. Because true healing begins with being seen, heard, and understood.
At Hyperion Functional Medicine, we do things differently. This is not just a branch of our cancer care approach—it’s a completely separate path dedicated to helping people unravel complex, chronic symptoms that have been overlooked, dismissed, or misunderstood in traditional medicine.
Aging leads to chronic disease and cancer: Age-associated mitochondrial decline leads to increased metabolic stress, which can cause further DNA damage and reprogram cellular metabolism in a way that favors tumor growth.
Changes in the composition and diversity of the gut microbiota leading to dysbiosis with age have been linked to chronic inflammation and immune dysfunction, contributing to the development of various cancers, particularly in the gastrointestinal tract
Most of our patients come to us after multiple visits to specialists, labs, and clinics—still without answers. They’re tired of being told everything looks “normal” when they feel anything but.
We understand that. And we’re here to help.
Beyond a Diagnosis: Functional Medicine for Real-World Struggles
People seek out functional medicine when standard care falls short. While we support cancer prevention through root-cause medicine, the scope of our functional medicine practice is much broader. This is where people come for clarity, validation, and solutions to persistent health challenges.
Several hallmarks of aging directly promote the development and progression of cancer by creating a pro-tumorigenic environment and compromising the body's natural defense mechanisms. Genomic Instability: The accumulation of DNA damage and mutations over time, combined with the age-related decline in DNA repair mechanisms, is a central driver of both aging and cancer. Age-associated changes in gene expression patterns (without altering the DNA sequence itself), such as DNA methylation shifts and chromatin remodeling, can silence tumor suppressor genes or activate oncogenes, thereby contributing to cancer initiation and progression. Aging is associated with a low-grade, chronic state of inflammation. This condition creates a tumor-promoting microenvironment through the continuous release of pro-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors.
At Hyperion Functional Medicine, we work with individuals facing conditions like:
- Autoimmune diseases (Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, MS, etc.)
- Thyroid dysfunction (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, nodules)
- Chronic pain and fatigue
- Skin rashes and unexplained inflammation
- Sleep disturbances and insomnia
- Diabetes and metabolic dysfunction
- High blood pressure and cardiovascular concerns
- Migraine and chronic headaches
- Hormonal imbalances - PCOS, Pre-Menopause, etc.
- Mold and toxin exposure
- Gut health issues (IBS, SIBO, food sensitivities)
Please note: We do not treat Lyme disease.
Functional medicine is not about chasing symptoms. It’s about identifying and addressing the underlying imbalances—nutritional, hormonal, toxic, microbial, or emotional—that are disrupting your body’s natural ability to heal.
Meet Jen Bouchard, NP: Experienced, Investigative, Compassionate
With over 26 years of clinical experience and training through the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine, Jen Bouchard leads with a rare combination of curiosity and heart. She specializes in finding what others have missed and connecting the dots between seemingly unrelated symptoms.
Every patient receives:
- Comprehensive testing to uncover root causes
- A personalized healing plan tailored to your history, biology, and goals
- One-on-one support and education
- A long-term strategy for restoring and maintaining vibrant health
Whether you’re struggling with symptoms that have no name, chronic conditions that haven’t resolved, or you're just done feeling unwell, there’s a way forward—and we’ll find it together.
This is Not Generic Healthcare. This is Root-Cause Medicine.
You’ll be heard. You’ll have a plan. And you won’t walk this path alone.
If you're ready to move beyond the cycle of confusion and short-term fixes, we're here to help you reclaim your health with a deeper, more individualized approach.
Ready to Start?
Book a Virtual Health Optimization Plan with Jen Bouchard today.
Let’s explore what’s possible—together.