Course

Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP)™, Europe

Design effective, personalized treatments for each patient by evaluating and addressing the root causes of their conditions.

International
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Online Cohort + In-Person (Blended)
Jan 21 - Apr 12, 2025
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London, UK
Up to 34 CPD (offered through IFM partner)
$2,600.00
Membership discounts available

Course Overview

What if clinical care could go beyond symptom management, helping you understand and treat the unique causes of disease and dysfunction in each patient? What if you could help your patients take control of their health with personalized dietary and lifestyle recommendations? Functional medicine provides an actionable framework for evaluating core clinical imbalances using IFM proprietary tools such as the timeline and matrix. By fully understanding how a patient’s genetic and family history, environment, and lifestyle factors influence their overall health, you will be able to leverage additional data that enables you to create personalized treatment plans using the therapeutic modalities that matter to them most. Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP) equips you with the clinical concepts, skills, and tools to create deeper connections with your patients and support them on their health journey. 

Through a combination of video lectures, case studies, online activities, and quizzes, experienced functional medicine clinicians will guide you through a comprehensive approach to patient care. Learn how to work with your patients to personalize treatments, improve their current conditions, and support their long-term health and longevity.

For more information about AFMCP Europe, please call our UK-based partner, Clinical Education, at 0333 2414 289, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). 

34
hours of content
34
CPD max offered through partner
2
days in London

AFMCP Europe provides interactive online learning with live lectures in London.

The online component of AFMCP allows you to complete course materials at your own pace within the 11-week timeframe. Access the course at any time of the day from any location with internet. 

The in-person lectures will take place at County Hall in London and include expert facilitation with IFM educators. You will be able to get guidance on applying course learnings and ask clarifying questions to deepen your understanding of functional medicine. 

AFMCP chapters 1-3 are completed online, at your own pace. Live participation in the facilitated sessions in London 4-5 April is mandatory for course completion. 

Dates
21 January - 12 April Online Learning Chapters 1-3 Required for course completion
4 - 5 April In Person Lectures London, UK Chapters 4-5 Required for course completion

Learning Objectives


Gain the foundational tools and knowledge that allow you to pursue advanced functional medicine training and begin your journey toward functional medicine certification. At AFMCP, you will learn how to:

  • Identify root causes of dysfunction to allow personalized, precision treatments.
  • Differentiate upstream causes of illness to design individualized treatments for each patient, even those with the same diagnosis.
  • Foster a therapeutic partnership with patients that allows you to better understand their personal and medical history and facilitates deeper conversation about their health needs and goals.
  • Explain to patients how their unique upstream factors contribute to their conditions, improving awareness, motivation, and adherence.
  • Use a whole person, whole health approach by eliciting what matters to your patient.
  • Engage a clinical care team and utilize point-of-care tools to improve practice efficiency and outcomes.
  • Utilize physical exams to detect nutritional deficiencies and imbalances.
  • Use the functional medicine model to make personalized, precision diet and lifestyle recommendations.
  • Identify and address five key domains of gut dysfunction.
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In Collaboration With Clinical Education

Clinical Education is a leader in nutrition and lifestyle medicine education. Based in the UK, Clinical Education sponsors and organizes AFMCP Europe, ensuring that content is regionally adapted and relevant to the needs, preferences, and practices of international clinicians.
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Transform How You Practice Medicine



Learn new tools for treating common conditions
Using case-based, interactive presentations that model real world scenarios, our expert educators demonstrate how to effectively apply a new suite of new clinical tools. Functional medicine gives clinicians the skills to address each patient’s unique combination of history, genetics, and lifestyle.
What’s included in AFMCP?
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Network with colleagues online and in London

Interact with fellow attendees by posting questions, debriefing course concepts, and sharing ideas and best practices in an online community forum. Course educators will moderate forum discussions each week. During the live lectures in London, you'll be able to meet your new colleagues in person!
Practitioner discussing root causes of chronic conditions with patients based off what they learned in AFMCP

The course is incredibly well-organized, offering deep insights into identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic conditions, rather than just managing symptoms. It’s packed with practical tools and strategies that you can immediately apply in your practice, making it not just educational but also highly actionable."

– Dr. Ines M., AFMCP May 2024

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What’s Included in AFMCP Europe?

34
hours of content
19
expert educators
2
days in London

Course Elements

Interactive Video Lectures



The online component of this course is divided into segments so learners can come and go as they please.

Downloadable Course Materials

PDF presentation slides, MP3 audio recordings, and MP4 video recordings of the online portion, chapters 1-3, and PDFs and MP3 audio recordings for the onsite chapters 4-5. Recordings will be made available after the close of the course to those who have completed the course.

Self-Check Quizzes

Knowledge checks throughout the course ensure that you’re understanding the material.

IFM Clinical Toolkit



11-week access to a curated selection of tools and resources used in the course.

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Online Discussion Forum With Educator Moderation



A private community forum allows you to connect with colleagues from your cohort. You can discuss course materials, post questions, and support each other throughout the course. Each week, one of the AFMCP educators will moderate the forum and add topics for discussion.
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Health Coaching Experiential

AFMCP course attendees have the opportunity to participate in five sessions of personalized health coaching with support from a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, a $400 value. These coaching sessions allow practitioners to experience the value of health coaching from a patient’s perspective and further understand the process of behavior change. Spaces are limited, sign up early!
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In-Person Expert Facilitation With IFM Educators

Get guidance on applying course learnings and ask clarifying questions to deepen your understanding of functional medicine.

Post-Course Benefits

Audio + Video Recordings

Recordings will be made available after the close of the course only to those who have completed the course. Course materials access lasts for one year post-cohort.



Downloadable Post-Course Materials

Upon finishing the course, you’ll receive a series of post-course lectures to reinforce and further explore functional medicine topics.

Certificate of Completion

Those who complete the course will receive an official certificate noting their achievement and hours of participation. The certificate will be issued in their IFM account once all course requirements have been met. International attendees may send their certificate to Clinical Education to claim commensurate CPD credits, if applicable.
CPD Credit

Find a Practitioner Listing


IFM’s Find a Practitioner tool receives over 20,000 unique visits per month. To be eligible for a listing on this database, clinicians must complete AFMCP and maintain an active IFM membership.
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Want to Become Certified in Functional Medicine?


Certification makes a difference and sets apart your knowledge and achievement in the field of functional medicine. Course hours at AFMCP are eligible toward the 100 hours of accredited education required to qualify for The Functional Medicine Certification ProgramTM. Other eligible courses include all six individual Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules (APMs): GI, Environmental Health, Immune, Hormone, Cardiometabolic, and Bioenergetics.

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Who is this course for?

Passionate healthcare providers who are dedicated to helping their patients and clients achieve the highest expression of health possible should attend AFMCP. Common degree types include MD, DO, NP, PA, ND, and DC, as well as nursing professionals, nutritionists and dieticians, health coaches, pharmacy professionals, dentists, and other disciplines. As foundational concepts of functional medicine can be applied in many clinical settings, collaborative care team members can also benefit from this course.

Putting learning into practice

Functional medicine provides actionable strategies that can be implemented into practice next-day. Previous attendees have reported that the learnings at AFMCP have helped them advance clinical care in their practices.
100
%

of attendees said that they have gained new strategies or skills as a result of taking AFMCP.

97
%

of attendees say that AFMCP improved their ability to provide patient-centered care.

90
%

of attendees plan to use the Functional Medicine Timeline and Matrix in their practice immediately after taking AFMCP.

Providing a deeper level of care

AFMCP takes a deeper look into the root causes of disease and provides practical intake, assessment, and therapeutic tools to help clinicians deliver personalized care. 

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Course Schedule

AFMCP chapters 1-3 are completed online, at your own pace. Live participation in the facilitated sessions in London 4-5 April is mandatory for course completion.

Online Learning

Completed online, at your own pace. 

Chapter 1 Educator Access
Welcome and Orientation Dan Lukaczer, ND Online
Introduction to Functional Medicine: Redefining Disease – Applied Systems Medicine, Part 1 Mark Hyman, MD Online
Introduction to Functional Medicine: Redefining Disease – Applied Systems Medicine, Part 2 Patrick Hanaway, MD Online
Facilitated Q&A: Redefining Disease Mark Hyman, MD
Patrick Hanaway, MD
Jeffrey Bland, MD 		Online
Mapping the Territory: Using the Functional Medicine Matrix Model Kristi Hughes, ND Online
DIGIN to Root Causes of Gut Dysfunction Patrick Hanaway, MD Online
Treatment of GI Dysfunction in the Context of the Functional Medicine Matrix Tom Sult, MD Online
Social Determinants of Health James Carter, MD Online
Chapter 2 Educator Access
Facilitated Q&A: Gut Function and Dysfunction Tom Sult, MD, Robert Rountree, MD Online
Immune Dysfunction and Inflammation: A Primary Mechanism of Illness Robert Rountree, MD Online
Food Allergies, Sensitivities, and Intolerances: Diagnosis and Treatment Dan Lukaczer, ND Online
Prescribing an Elimination Diet Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD Online
Anthropometrics, Biomarkers, Clinical Assessment, and Diet Evaluation: The ABCDs of Nutritional Evaluation: Part 1 Michael Stone, MD, MS, Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD Online
Facilitated Q&A: Food Reactions Michael Stone, MD, MS, Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD Online
Shifting the Therapeutic Encounter Monique Class, MS, APRN, BC Online
Chapter 3 Educator Access
Anthropometrics, Biomarkers, Clinical Assessment, and Diet Evaluation: The ABCDs of Nutritional Evaluation: Part 2 Michael Stone, MD, MS, Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD Online
Lowering the Toxic Body Burden Using Diet, Lifestyle, and Other Strategies Robert Rountree, MD Online
Functional Approaches to Cardiometabolic Disease James Carter, MD Online
Facilitated Q&A: Cardiometabolic Disease (non-CPD) Mark Holthouse, MD, James Carter, MD Online
Challenges in the Journey of Change Monique Class, MS, APRN, BC Online

In-Person Lectures, London, UK

4-5 April 2025

Chapter 4 - In-Person Lectures Educator Access
Understanding the HPATG Axis: From Biochemistry to Application Dan Lukaczer, ND In person, London
Assessment and Treatment of Adrenal Dysfunction Shilpa Saxena, MD In person, London
Assessment and Treatment of Thyroid Dysfunction Dan Lukaczer, ND In person, London
Testosterone Deficiency in Men Robert Rountree, MD In person, London
Modulating a Woman’s Hormones Shilpa Saxena, MD In person, London
Chapter 5 - In-Person Lectures Educator Access
Mitochondria and Energy Dynamics Robert Rountree, MD In person, London
Clinical Integration of Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Change Shilpa Saxena, MD In person, London
Clinical Integration and the Functional Medicine Matrix Dan Lukaczer, ND In person, London
Insight, Intuition, and the Therapeutic Partnership Robert Rountree, MD In person, London

Venue Information

51.501981219966, -0.11879049999999

County Hall

Belvedere Rd, London SE1 7GP, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 3735 4200

Local Accommodation Options

Marriott London County Hall

A 5-star luxury London hotel tucked beside the River Thames and adjacent to Westminster Bridge, this hotel offers views of the London Eye and Big Ben. Situated in in the same building as County Hall, overlooking the Houses of Parliament, the hotel embodies the quintessentially British charm.

For Group Reservations (10 or more rooms), please email: eduardo.ruiz [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 207 928 5200
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Park Plaza

A centrally located group of hotels with properties located between a 3 & 15-minute walk from the County Hall venue, depending on property chosen.
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Ruby Lucy

A newcomer to London’s bustling South Bank, Ruby Lucy rubs shoulders with some of the city’s lesser-known cultural gems. From theatres and galleries to concert halls and independent shops and restaurants, the area buzzes with everchanging artistic flair and creativity. The hotel exudes old world charm and a tantalising taste of carnival transience. In the 24-hour bar, rich tones meet burnished brass and playfully placed circus props, while rooms are chic and cosy. Ruby Lucy Lower Marsh hotel is only a 5 to 8-minute walk from the venue, County Hall.

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Marlin

A centrally located 4-star aparthotel located a 5-minute walk from the County Hall venue.
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Premier Inn

A central London business hotel beside the River Thames, Premier Inn London County Hall is located in the same building as County Hall and is a two-minute walk from door to door.

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Health Coaching Experiential

As part of the AFMCP course, attendees have the opportunity to participate in five sessions of personalized health coaching with support from a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, a $400 value.

Functional medicine practitioners regularly prescribe lifestyle changes as a core part of a patient's treatment plan. Participating in these coaching sessions allows practitioners to experience the value of health coaching from a patient’s perspective and further understand the process of facilitating behavior change.  

Attendees have the opportunity to be coached in the following areas:

  • Dietary change and IFM food plans
  • Elimination diet
  • Stress management and work-life balance
  • Movement
  • Relationships
  • Sleep

Participation in health coaching is optional. Early registration is encouraged as spaces are limited. It is important to note that this is a client-focused experiential opportunity for lifestyle behavior change and not a training on coaching techniques. 

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Health coach connecting with patient supporting them in their journey

Connect With a Health Coach

Personalized health coaching sessions demonstrate the value and impact that health coaching can have on patient outcomes.
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Hands-On Experience

Experiencing health coaching first-hand gives you insight into potential challenges to adherence. By making lifestyle changes yourself, you also experience their therapeutic benefit.

What does a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach do?

A functional medicine certified health coach (FMCHC) has a solid understanding of the foundations of functional medicine and is fully trained to utilize resources provided by IFM, such as the timeline, matrix, and various food plans. This background allows them to understand and, with the addition of their coaching skills, support patients with the implementation of a functional medicine treatment plan. An FMCHC does not assess, prescribe, diagnose, treat, or interpret results nor do they provide meal plans or fitness programs.  

FMCA graduates are trained to work closely with clients on modifiable lifestyle factors that influence health. They are experts in behavior change and employ effective strengths-based coaching strategies such as motivational interviewing and appreciative inquiry. Health coaches possess the skills required to create connection, trust, and rapport. This leads to improved communication with the treating practitioner, a better understanding of the therapeutic plan, and a deeper commitment to following treatment recommendations. 

 

What can I expect in my sessions with my functional medicine certified health coach (FMCHC)?

You will have five sessions with your health coach during this program. It will be up to you and your coach to determine the length and frequency of your sessions, but in general, health coaching sessions range from 30 to 60 minutes in length, and it is recommended that clients meet weekly or bi-weekly for the best results.

During the first “foundational session,” you will meet your coach, discuss your health goals, vision, and aspirations, and co-create a plan to help you reach those goals over the next four weeks. 

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Continuing Education Credit Information

AMA PRA Category 1 creditsTM are not available for IFM courses held in conjunction with non-accredited organizations. A certificate of attendance indicating hours of participation will still be awarded. International registrants may send their certificate to Clinical Education for CPD credits from the following professional bodies for nutritional therapists. These professional bodies have approved AFMCP Europe for 34 CPD Credits:

  • The British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT)
  • The Naturopathic Nutrition Association (NNA)
  • Association of Naturopathic Practitioners (ANP) 

Medical Doctors:

  • The Royal College of Physicians approve external CPD events for post-training physicians. External events are defined as educational events that are targeted toward physicians from multiple hospitals and trusts. External events may be regional, national, or international in character. The Royal College of Physicians has recommended that medical doctors attending the AFMCP Europe training claim the hours attended as ‘Self-Accreditation’. They may record a maximum CPD educational activity of 34. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • Under the CPD guidelines issued by the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, one credit per hour attended may be applied to your annual CPD educational activity requirements. Attendees utilising their respective Royal Colleges CPD mechanism will record this event under ‘Self-Accreditation’ and ensure that, as per usual, they complete the requirements to describe the relevant activities for their clinical life, and their reflective learning assessments are recorded. 

Others: 

  • If you are seeking approval for CPD credits from your own professional organisation and you are unsure about the status of these awarding bodies in relation to your own CPD/CME requirements, please contact your own professional bodies in the first instance and, if required, please ask them to contact Clinical Education for additional information. 

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Registration Policy

Participants of the AFMCP Europe Course have 11 weeks from the course start date (Tuesday, January 21, 2025) to complete the program. 11-week access to IFM’s Clinical Practice Toolkit is included beginning on the course start date (Tuesday, January 21, 2025). Learners who do not complete within the time frame will lose access to all course materials. Our systems do not allow for course extensions for any reason. No partial credit will be awarded.

Participation Policy

In-person participation from 4-5 April 2025 is required for this IFM program. You must participate in person to receive completion credit and to fulfill certification program requirements. Those who do not participate during the in-person sessions will be removed from the program and will forfeit tuition fees and not receive materials, recordings, a completion certificate, or credit toward the certification program. Online learning chapters must be completed for course completion.
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Cancellation Policy

CME credits and course materials are not available for those who choose to cancel their registration or fail to complete the course within 11 weeks. Only those who complete the course will receive CME credit, if applicable, and credit toward the certification program. If you have completed your purchase through Affirm, your cancellation will incur an additional fee of up to 6%.

Cancellation requests must be submitted via the Course Cancellation Form. IFM will reply with a written acknowledgement once processed.
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*Next tier of fees in effect at midnight Pacific Time
Cancellation Request Received Eligible Refund
Date of registration/purchase – March 05, 2025* Refund less 25% administrative fee.
March 06, 2025 - March 25, 2025* Refund less 50% administrative fee.
After March 26, 2025* No refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most Common Questions About AFMCP

Why should I take this course?

Through a combination of interactive video lectures, case studies, online activities, and quizzes, AFMCP Online delivers comprehensive educational content as you learn at your own pace. Experienced functional medicine clinicians teach you how to use IFM’s tools to improve outcomes for patients with chronic diseases and health conditions.

Will I receive IFM Certification upon completion?

No. However, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to be listed on our Find a Practitioner site listing as long as you maintain an active IFM Membership.   

Are there materials for the course?

Learners are provided access to downloadable content from IFM’s Toolkit, including patient handouts, customizable food plans, and other tools to assist in guiding patients through making sustainable lifestyle changes. Please note that for attendees who are not currently IFM members, the course comes with access to the IFM Toolkit for 11 weeks only. 

What if I have additional questions about AFMCP Europe?

Please call our UK-based partner, Clinical Education, at 0333 2414 289, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). 

Have additional questions? 

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