Valerie Chavez, MD
Practice Information
- Fee for Service / Cash based
Practice Location
Information for Patients
Description of My Practice
Gut Mend is a micro-practice which uses a minimalistic approach to optimize gut health and overall health. The goal is to temporarily support the body, so that it can eventually get back to healing itself.
Type of Care I Provide
- Other
Practitioner Type
- Medical Doctor
From the practitioner: About My Practice
I am an Internal Medicine Physician and a Functional Medicine Practitioner who investigates and treats the root causes and exacerbating factors of gastrointestinal issues in addition to associated conditions.
From the practitioner: What Patients Can Expect
The initial 45 minute appointment is in person. It involves the review of the filled out medical history questionnaire, an interview to obtain more medical information, a physical exam, discussion of a plan, and time for questions. The suggested plan may recommend essential tests, supplements, and lifestyle changes which are personalized to each patient.
Subsequent appointments may be in-person or virtual.
Additionally, there is non-urgent but free messaging offered, via the patient portal, to ask questions or provide updates on a medical condition.
Health Concerns
- Gut & Microbiome Health
- Immune Health & Autoimmunity
- Mental Health
- Nutrition, Health, & Wellness
- Toxins & Detoxification
Medical Specialties
- Functional Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Lifestyle Medicine
Medical Conditions
- Autoimmune Disease
- Depression, Anxiety or Bipolar Disorder
- Digestive disorders
- Fatigue
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Insomnia and Sleep Disorders
- Stress-related Conditions
- Weight or Metabolism concerns
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
Graduate School Education
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Austin Medical Education Programs Internal Medicine Residency
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Medical Doctorate
Professional Associations
Institute for Functional Medicine
Board Certification
Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
IFM Coursework
- Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice
- Environmental Health (formerly Detox) Advanced Practice Module
- GI Advanced Practice Module