Michelle Ross

Information for Patients

Description of My Practice

Michelle Ross, MS, MA, CNS, LDN, IFMCP, uses functional medicine to address the root cause of various health issues. Her practice offers personalized care for individuals, with the goal of improving overall well-being and quality of life by targeting the root causes of these conditions.

Type of Care I Provide

• Nutrition Professional

Practitioner Type

• Nutrition Professional

From the practitioner: About My Practice

Michelle Ross is a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, Licensed Dietician Nutritionist & Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Graduating Summa Cum Laude from the University of Bridgeport, Michelle holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and a Masters in Education. Michelle’s graduate school thesis focused on the complexity of gluten related disorders and the potentially devastating effects of gluten on the body. Michelle’s virtual office allows her to work remotely with clients all over the world. Michelle seeks the root cause of her clients’ symptoms and assists each client in determining a personalized wellness plan.

From the practitioner: What Patients Can Expect

Michelle is committed to guiding individuals at every stage of their wellness journey. She uses a functional medicine approach, employing a holistic, whole-body strategy to help clients achieve their wellness goals. Her practice specializes in uncovering and addressing the root causes of health issues, focusing on the sources of symptoms rather than just the symptoms themselves. By utilizing advanced laboratory interpretations through a functional medicine lens, and offering personalized recommendations—including nutritional guidance, lifestyle modifications, and natural therapies—Michelle is dedicated to support clients with enhancing overall well-being and improved the quality of life.

Health Concerns

• Adrenal, Thyroid, & Pituitary Health
• Bone, Skin, & Muscle Health
• Cardiovascular Health
• Food Sensitivities, Intolerances, & Allergies
• Gut & Microbiome Health
• Immune Health & Autoimmunity
• Nutrition, Health, & Wellness
• Toxins & Detoxification

Medical Specialties

• Functional Medicine
• Lifestyle Medicine
• Nutrition

Medical Conditions

• Allergies
• Autoimmune Disease
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Digestive disorders
• Fatigue
• Fibromyalgia
• Gluten Sensitivity
• Infections (acute and chronic low-grade such as Lyme, Candidiasis etc.)
• Insomnia and Sleep Disorders
• Metabolic Syndrome (pre-diabetes, insulin resistance)
• Migraines and Headaches
• Neurodegenerative disorders
• Skin Disorders
• Stress-related Conditions
• Thyroid, adrenal and other hormonal disorders
• Weight or Metabolism concerns

Languages Spoken

• English

Graduate School Education

Masters in Human Nutrition from University of Bridgport

Degree

MS, MA, CNS, LDN, IFMCP

Professional Associations

Institute of Functional Medicine, American College of Nutrition, American Nutrition Association

Board Certification

Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, Licensed Dietician Nutritionist & Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner

IFM Coursework

• Advanced Clinical Training: Reversing Cognitive Decline
• Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice
• Bioenergetics (formerly Energy) Advanced Practice Module
• Cardiometabolic Advanced Practice Module
• Environmental Health (formerly Detox) Advanced Practice Module
• GI Advanced Practice Module
• Hormone Advanced Practice Module
• Immune Advanced Practice Module