Welcome
BCFM College of Functional Medicine
Vision
"Empowering doctors, improving lives: personalised and evidence-based healthcare that connects you to your health, community, nature, and our planet.
A scientific understanding of the uniqueness of every person and our interconnectedness with others, food, environment, lifestyle and societal factors, as the foundation for healthcare systems and policies."
Doctors practising functional medicine have a profound respect for the uniqueness and inherent dignity of every person, viewing the whole as a complex and interconnected system. They consider the influence of genetics, environment, lifestyle, and social factors, understanding that these elements shape an individual's health journey. By addressing the whole person, doctors guide patients towards personalised treatment plans that promote not only physical health but also emotional well-being and wholeness.
Mission Statement
"The BCFM College of Functional Medicine is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities through education, research, and advocacy in the field of functional medicine."
Our mission is to empower doctors in providing personalised, effective, and evidence-based care with the knowledge and tools to support individuals to take control of their health. We strive to advance the science of functional medicine to promote its integration into healthcare for all to benefit, and to foster a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to improving health outcomes for all.
Through education, research, and collaboration, doctors will contribute to the evolution of medical practice, inspiring their peers and future generations of healthcare practitioners to approach medicine with reverence for the human spirit.
Our Charitable Objectives
As a non-profit organization, the BCFM College of Functional Medicine is dedicated to shaping the future of the UK's health through the promotion and implementation of Functional Medicine by:
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Advancing Health & Healthcare: By educating the public and healthcare professionals using a Functional Medicine approach, and providing expert guidance and advice on policy to appropriate bodies on matters relating to Functional Medicine.
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Professional Education: To offer training programs for medical practitioners to maintain the highest possible standards of professional competence in the practice of Functional Medicine for the benefit and protection of the public.
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Research: By supporting and funding research in Functional Medicine, we aim to build and publish results and drive innovation and improvement.
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Raising Public Awareness: To provide educational resources to the general public in all matters relating to Functional Medicine, aiming to empower them with the knowledge and tools to improve their health outcomes.
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Membership
Becoming a Member of the BCFM puts you in a front row seat for a transformational change in medicine.
We also have a number of benefits for Members:
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Six exclusive live webinars and workshops annually
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In-person networking opportunities
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The opportunity to shape the development of BCFM
Membership costs £20/month.
To become a Member, please head to the Membership page.