Looking to optimize your aging?
With careful assessment and understanding of your body’s unique biochemistry & genetics, we can identify dysfunction before it manifests as disease. Many chronic conditions, or what are comonly termed “diseases of old age” usually take 10-20 years to develop.
If you would like a proactive approach to identify early warning signs and reduce progression, we can work together to improve your body’s  functioning, and help to lay the foundation for healthy aging.

Dr. Slavin was horrified, when she learned during graduate school that it often takes 15-20 years for new research to make it into a traditional doctor’s office, and provide updated solutions for patients.

Not only is medical care frequently dictated by insurance companies’ algorithms and antiquated data, much of the first 80+ years of medical research specifically did not include women due to their cycles, and because of this many of the “guidelines” in practice today do not apply well to women, especially where it relates to cholesterol and heart health.  Limitations from the early 2000’s Women’s Health Initiative findings created more than two decades of misinformation and a dearth of accurate information and care for women of peri- and post-menopausal age.

Understanding how to apply up-to-date findings to your specific situation and health concerns takes years of understanding.  Specialty lab testing can be helpful, but more importantly is an analysis of your specific familial and medical history, and the ability to identify patterns and apply appropriate recommendations.

that are both comprehensive and simple enough to implement. Working alongside Dr. Slavin supports you to “make sense of the research” and “find a better way”.

Follow up Appointments – depending on the level of support you prefer, and / or the complexity of your condition, follow up appointments will be scheduled at regular intervals, or on an as-needed basis. 

“Dr. Grace is unlike any doctor I’ve seen before.  She persistently asks “why” to get to the root of all the problems.
She functions like a detective discovering what is truly going on with your unique situation. Dr. Grace truly listens, and asks lots of questions to understand your history and health issues on a different level. She worked with me to identify the most effective treatments and solutions. She takes the time to explain each thing individually in a way that makes sense to you. She believes in addressing the simple and fundamental things first, rather than trying to sell you fancy and expensive things. She holds her patients to a high standard and is truly amazing to work with, and undoubtedly can assist anyone in solving their issues and reaching their health goals.”
~ Vicky L. – Pagosa Springs, Colorado

“Your knowledge is so broad! You were able to look at over 15 years of labs and help me make sense of all the varying numbers from my heart scans, to my food sensitivity panels, to my bloodwork, to my genetics, and help me put together a practical plan. Your focus on the fundamentals first, rather than trying to sell expensive labs or supplements is greatly appreciated, as we have been through that process with lots of other doctors in the past. We are so grateful for your vast knowledge and willingness to work through all of these results. We feel reassured and hopeful! Thank you so much.”
~ L&D F. – Pagosa Springs, Colorado

“Dr. Grace patiently reviewed every facet of my health plan. She coordinated with my out-of-state practitioners for my continued care.  She is kind and gentle when supporting and reminding me how to take care of my body appropriately, and why advice I find online might not apply well to my situation.  She is willing to go the extra mile to help you get the individualized care you need. She reviewed every supplement I am taking, and every supplement from another online practitioner that I am working with and helped me to optimize the supplements specifically for me, even though I did not purchase one supplement from her. I am so grateful to have found her!”  ~ M.L. – Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Contact:
(970) 376-7779

drgrace@functionalwellness.com