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Bioenergetics Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Module® (APM)

Identifying clinical solutions for mitochondrial and metabolic dysfunction

Online Cohort
Jul 28 - Sep 7, 2025
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Up to 16.5 CME/CE
$1,875.00
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Conference Overview

Do you know what roles mitochondria play in clinical syndromes such as brain fog, fatigue, chronic pain, cognitive decline, and even depression? More importantly, can you confidently prescribe a mitochondrial support protocol that addresses the root cause of these conditions and improves quality of life for your patients? Compromised mitochondrial function and the dysregulation of energy production is an often overlooked factor in many of the common chronic conditions you see every day in your practice. The journey of energy through the cell and throughout the body highlights key connections across the Functional Medicine Matrix: assimilation of nutrients, impact of environmental toxins, production of inflammation and reactive oxygen species, intracellular and circulatory system transport of energy, and finally the structural milieu within which this process unfolds.  

The Bioenergetics APM explores the science of mitochondrial function and the role of oxidative stress and cellular energy dysregulation in disease etiologies. Understanding how the cellular energy currency adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is produced, processed, and regulated in various organ systems offers new clinical points of leverage. From precision assessment to effective management, you’ll learn the latest strategies, tools, and clinical solutions for identifying mitochondrial dysfunction and designing personalized treatment protocols that improve cellular energy production and regenerate compromised mitochondria. 

New Online Cohort Format — Learn at Your Own Pace!

The Bioenergetics APM is now offered as a six week online cohort course! Learners can access course materials and review lectures when it is most convenient for them. The new format expands access to functional medicine education, allowing clinicians to balance the demands of their practice and their training.

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16.5
CME/CE credit max

Learning Objectives

Advanced Practice Modules apply the foundational tools presented in Applying Functional in Medicine Clinical Practice (AFMCP)TM within a specific area of health. At the Bioenergetics APM, you'll learn how to:

  • Determine if mitochondrial dysfunction is a potential root cause for patients with chronic disease.
  • Systematically identify five types of mitochondrial dysfunction with patient assessment and lab testing.
  • Identify subtle and overlooked clinical indicators and underrecognized root causes of mitochondrial dysfunction.
  • Develop personalized, precision-based treatment plans to improve mitochondrial function and cellular energy use.
  • Address the entire spectrum of bioenergetic function from micro to macro.
  • Apply personalized, precision lifestyle treatments to improve outcomes in patients with chronic pain, fatigue, neurocognitive issues, and mental health conditions.
  • Engage your patients in meaningful dialogue about their health concerns, working together to establish the optimal treatment plan for their needs.  
  • Expand upon the functional medicine tools and concepts presented in Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP)TM and pursue functional medicine certification. 
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Assessing and treating mitochondrial dysfunction

Using case-based, interactive presentations that model real world scenarios, this module will help clinicians understand the science of mitochondria, their role in health and disease, and how to restore and regenerate cells using a range of therapeutic modalities and whole person approaches.
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Who should attend this course?



Fatigue, migraine, and depression may be chief complaints you see in your practice every day. Healthcare providers in all care settings can benefit from learning functional medicine approaches that optimize mitochondrial function using lifestyle therapeutics and other healing modalities. 
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A great overview of many topics that really ignite the curiosity about looking at patients differently through the lens of functional medicine. Since the course, I keep these tools at the forefront of my mind, and I can't wait to gain experience in implementing these tools."

— Bioenergetics APM Attendee, 2024

Pricing

The standard pricing of the program is reflected below. When logged in to your IFM account, available discounts are automatically applied to pricing in your cart. Please note that CME is available for an additional $160. Cancellations are subject to our program cancellation fees.

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$1,875.00

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What’s Included in the Bioenergetics APM?

On-Demand Video Lectures

Over 15 hours of clinical presentations from leading functional medicine experts in bioenergetic health. Access to the course can be gained from anywhere with a stable internet connection.

Downloadable Course Materials



Access downloadable PDFs of the presentations to follow along with while working through the course.

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Live Q&A Sessions

Ask questions related to the course materials during two live Q&A sessions with the educators. These sessions are designed to expand upon course concepts and offer clarity on their clinical applications. Recordings will be available to those who have completed the course.
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IFM Clinical Toolkit

Six-week access to a curated selection of tools and resources taught in the course curriculum. Toolkits are downloadable documents that may be used immediately with patients for the duration of the course.
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Community Discussion Forum 

Network and chat with other attendees on a private group forum. IFM facilitators and educators will moderate discussions to further the understanding of the course materials.

Post-Conference Benefits

Video + Audio Recordings

MP3 audio recordings and MP4 video recordings will be made available after the close of the course 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. If attendees purchase the CME add-on, their certificate will also note the number of CME hours that they have achieved. 
CME/CE Credit

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 the Bioenergetics APM are eligible toward the 100 hours of accredited education required to qualify for the Functional Medicine Certification ProgramTM. Other eligible courses include Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP)TM and the five other individual Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules (APMs): Cardiometabolic, Immune, Hormone, GI, and Environmental Health.

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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 the Bioenergetics APM*. 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.  

*APMs are advanced functional medicine courses that build upon foundational concepts presented in AFMCP. To make the most of your experience, we strongly recommend taking AFMCP to start your educational journey.

 

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Meet the Bioenergetics Educators

With years of experience practicing functional medicine within the area of bioenergetic health, our educators provide practical clinical insight to help you master course concepts and effectively apply functional medicine with your patients.



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Monique Class, MS, APRN-BC Monique Class, MS, APRN-BC

David Haase, MD David Haase, MD

Terry Wahls, MD, MBA Terry Wahls, MD, MBA

David Rakel, MD David Rakel, MD

Robert Hedaya, MD, ABPN, DLFAPA, IFMCP Robert Hedaya, MD, ABPN, DLFAPA, IFMCP

Lisa Portera, DC, IFMCP Lisa Portera, DC, IFMCP

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What would you tell your friends or colleagues about the Bioenergetics APM?

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The information provided was practical for our patients and also ourselves and immediately easily implemented. There is more than just medication for our patients, and they will engage and participate if we make it clear that we have knowledge behind our recommendations."

— Bioenergetics APM Attendee, 2024

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Participate in Accredited Functional Medicine Training

Direct accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) ensures IFM’s training meets rigorous standards for educational excellence and is relevant to clinicians’ needs, evidence-based, evaluated for its effectiveness, and independent of commercial influence.
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CME /CE Credit Information

The CME/CE option is intended for clinicians who need to fulfill continuing education requirements. If you do not need CME/CE credits, you may purchase the non-CME option.

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CME/CE credits are subject to change.

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Opportunities to Support

We’re thrilled to offer you a chance to engage with a global community of practitioners dedicated to advancing functional medicine. By supporting IFM's Core Programs, you’ll have prime visibility to showcase your brand, products, and services while building meaningful connections with a diverse and influential audience.

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Fill out the form below, and a member of our team will connect with you to provide detailed information on exhibit and sponsorship opportunities, helping you discover how your brand can make a lasting impact at an IFM Core Program. 

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Showcase products and services

Promote your solutions and convey your message to our audience of practitioners eager to learn about the latest innovations in functional medicine research, evidence, and practice implementation resources.

Bioenergetics APM Course Policies

Registration Policy

Program materials and CME certificates are delivered to you through your personal IFM online account. For this reason, you may not register multiple people or someone other than yourself. No registrations will be taken after 4:00 pm PT, Monday, July 21, 2025.

Participation Policy

Participants of the Bioenergetics Advanced Practice Module have six weeks from the course start date (Monday, July 28) to complete the program. Six-week access to IFM’s Clinical Practice Toolkit is included beginning on the course start date (Monday, July 28). 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.

Remember, it is required that you participate in this program. To fulfill the participation requirements necessary for the course to count toward certification, you must log in and complete the course, as applicable, and also complete any required knowledge checks and/or evaluations by the stated deadline. Where applicable, course knowledge check and/or evaluation instructions will be emailed to you after registration and/or at the conclusion of the course. For courses that qualify for continuing medical education (CME) credits, to receive CME credits, you must complete any required course evaluation(s) and a timecard by the stated deadline within the course. Where applicable, course evaluation and timecard instructions will be emailed to you. No partial CME/CE credit will be awarded.
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Cancellation Policy

Tuition is non-transferable. Failure to log in to the course with no prior written cancellation or switch will result in complete forfeiture of tuition and course materials, and the course will not count toward certification (non-refundable, non-transferable, no exceptions). Program materials are available only to registered participants. Log-in information is unique and cannot be shared. 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 — June 28, 2025 Refund less 10% administrative fee
June 29, 2025 - July 27, 2025 Refund less 25% administrative fee
July 28, 2025 - August 7, 2025 Refund less 50% administrative fee
August 8, 2025 – End of course No refund

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most Common Questions About Bioenergetics APM

Why should I take this course?

This module investigates the science of mitochondrial function and dysfunction, the impact of oxidative stress, and nutritional and lifestyle influences on both health and disease. Understanding the impact of mitochondrial function will help address persistent symptoms such as chronic pain, fatigue, and migraine with greater precision.

What is the time commitment to complete?

15 hours of on-demand clinical presentations so learners can come and go as they please within a six-week timeframe. 

Are there materials for the course?

PDFs of the slides and recordings of the presentations are included. 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 six weeks only.

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