Meet the Doctor
Dr. John Bartemus is passionate about helping you optimize your physiology and return to a state of health and function. He has experience helping people with autoimmunity, chronic infections, thyroid disorders, etc. Click below to get started:
What Is Functional Medicine?
Address the Cause
Typically patients come to us having been told that everything looks normal based on the standard tests routinely run by their medical doctor (physical examination, urinalysis, blood tests etc.). They know deep down that things are not “normal”…
- Our society is experiencing a sharp increase in the number of people who suffer from complex, chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, mental illness, and autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis.
- The system of medicine practiced by most physicians is oriented toward acute care, the diagnosis and treatment of trauma or illness that is of short duration and in need of urgent care, such as appendicitis or a broken leg. Physicians apply specific, prescribed treatments such as drugs or surgery that aim to treat the immediate problem or symptom.
- Unfortunately, the acute-care approach to medicine lacks the proper methodology and tools for preventing and addressing complex, chronic disease. In most cases it does not take into account the unique genetic makeup of each individual or factors such as environmental exposures to toxins and the aspects of today’s lifestyle that have a direct influence on the rise in chronic disease in modern Western society.
- There’s a huge gap between research and the way doctors practice. The gap between emerging research in basic sciences and integration into medical practice is enormous—as long as 50 years—particularly in the area of complex, chronic illness.
- Most physicians are not adequately trained to assess the underlying causes of complex, chronic disease and to apply strategies such as nutrition, diet, and exercise to both address and prevent these illnesses in their patients.
- Our society is experiencing a sharp increase in the number of people who suffer from complex, chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, mental illness, and autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis.
- The system of medicine practiced by most physicians is oriented toward acute care, the diagnosis and treatment of trauma or illness that is of short duration and in need of urgent care, such as appendicitis or a broken leg. Physicians apply specific, prescribed treatments such as drugs or surgery that aim to treat the immediate problem or symptom.
- Unfortunately, the acute-care approach to medicine lacks the proper methodology and tools for preventing and addressing complex, chronic disease. In most cases it does not take into account the unique genetic makeup of each individual or factors such as environmental exposures to toxins and the aspects of today’s lifestyle that have a direct influence on the rise in chronic disease in modern Western society.
- There’s a huge gap between research and the way doctors practice. The gap between emerging research in basic sciences and integration into medical practice is enormous—as long as 50 years—particularly in the area of complex, chronic illness.
- Most physicians are not adequately trained to assess the underlying causes of complex, chronic disease and to apply strategies such as nutrition, diet, and exercise to both address and prevent these illnesses in their patients.
About Us
John Bartemus, DC, CFMP, BCIM, Author
Dr. John Bartemus has over 17 years of healthcare experience.
“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patient in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease” – Thomas Edison
Dr. John Bartemus is a Chiropractic Physician who strives to meet the standard for health care that Thomas Edison set over a century ago. Now more than ever, our society needs holistic doctors who are devoted to finding the unique cause of each individual person’s issues and correcting it in a natural, drug-free way.
Time and research have shown that more drugs do not equal more health. Our nation is suffering from a burden of chronic disease that is not the result of a deficiency of pharmaceuticals. It is the result of a lack of knowledge as to what our bodies require to be healthy. Our society is built on a magic bullet paradigm, this will never lead to health. Disease did not happen overnight, neither will health.
If you are looking for an objective, evidence-based, holistic integrative health doctor to help you determine the cause of your dysfunction(s) and remove them, Dr. John Bartemus is here to help you.
OUR MISSION
We strive to provide current, evidence-based care that addresses the cause of your dysfunction.
We aim to:
- Provide hope and solutions for those suffering with chronic ailments
- Provide answers and explanations to “Why Me?”
- Give objective, evidence-based results
- Use testing to determine YOUR specific biochemical and physiologic CAUSE of your ailment
- Promote general wellness for all people and families that desire to live at full potential
CREDENTIALS
- Bachelor of Science – Biology
- Bachelor of Science – Life Sciences
- Doctor of Chiropractic
- Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner
- Member, PANDAS Physician’s Network
- Member, NC Physician’s for Freedom
- Amazon International #1 Best-Selling Author
OUR LOCATION
If you live in Charlotte, greater Charlotte, or Lake Norman area, you can easily get to our office via Highway 77. We are conveniently located off of exit 28 in Cornelius.
Can Type 1 Diabetics safely use Intermittent Fasting? #intermittentfasting #diabetes #health #diet
New research from the journal Diabetes Care reveals the first human evidence that type 1 diabetics can safely use intermittent fasting as an adjunctive strategy to help optimize their blood sugar.
In this video you’ll learn:
The specific strategy used by people with type 1 diabetes.
The benefit observed by using intermittent fasting.
The source of the study to share with your managing physician.
Dr. John Bartemus, DC, CFMP, is a functional medicine practitioner and Amazon international number one best-selling author who helps people address the root causes of chronic and autoimmune conditions through Functional Medicine, Functional Neurology, and Functional Immunology.
📘 Get a copy of my #1 international best-selling book, The Autoimmune Answer: https://a.co/d/03iw1bkH
🔗 Resources:
Website: www.FunctionalMedicineCharlotte.com
Book a consultation: https://functionalmedicinecharlotte.janeapp.com/
👉 Subscribe for root-cause functional medicine and functional neurology education: https://www.youtube.com/@FunctionalMedicineCharlotte
Disclaimer: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.
Obesity promotes inflammation even after the weight is lost! #weightloss #immunity #health #heart
New research reveals that short-term weight loss doesn’t mean the damage caused by obesity has been undone. Your immune system is left with an obesity memory that persists for 5-10 years afterward.
In this video you’ll learn:
How obesity controls your immune cell behavior even after you’ve lost the weight.
How chronic inflammation keeps your heart risk high even when the number on the scale has dropped.
What you must do to erase the memory of obesity from your immune system.
Dr. John Bartemus, DC, CFMP, is a functional medicine practitioner and Amazon international number one best-selling author who helps people address the root causes of chronic and autoimmune conditions through Functional Medicine, Functional Neurology, and Functional Immunology.
📘 Get a copy of my #1 international best-selling book, The Autoimmune Answer: https://a.co/d/03iw1bkH
🔗 Resources:
Website: www.FunctionalMedicineCharlotte.com
Book a consultation: https://functionalmedicinecharlotte.janeapp.com/
👉 Subscribe for root-cause functional medicine and functional neurology education: https://www.youtube.com/@FunctionalMedicineCharlotte
Disclaimer: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.
Can Type 1 Diabetics safely use Intermittent Fasting? #intermittentfasting #diabetes #health #diet
New research from the journal Diabetes Care reveals the first human evidence that type 1 diabetics can safely use intermittent fasting as an adjunctive strategy to help optimize their blood sugar.
In this video you’ll learn:
The specific strategy used by people with type 1 diabetes.
The benefit observed by using intermittent fasting.
The source of the study to share with your managing physician.
Dr. John Bartemus, DC, CFMP, is a functional medicine practitioner and Amazon international number one best-selling author who helps people address the root causes of chronic and autoimmune conditions through Functional Medicine, Functional Neurology, and Functional Immunology.
📘 Get a copy of my #1 international best-selling book, The Autoimmune Answer: https://a.co/d/03iw1bkH
🔗 Resources:
Website: www.FunctionalMedicineCharlotte.com
Book a consultation: https://functionalmedicinecharlotte.janeapp.com/
👉 Subscribe for root-cause functional medicine and functional neurology education: https://www.youtube.com/@FunctionalMedicineCharlotte
Disclaimer: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.
Obesity promotes inflammation even after the weight is lost! #weightloss #immunity #health #heart
New research reveals that short-term weight loss doesn’t mean the damage caused by obesity has been undone. Your immune system is left with an obesity memory that persists for 5-10 years afterward.
In this video you’ll learn:
How obesity controls your immune cell behavior even after you’ve lost the weight.
How chronic inflammation keeps your heart risk high even when the number on the scale has dropped.
What you must do to erase the memory of obesity from your immune system.
Dr. John Bartemus, DC, CFMP, is a functional medicine practitioner and Amazon international number one best-selling author who helps people address the root causes of chronic and autoimmune conditions through Functional Medicine, Functional Neurology, and Functional Immunology.
📘 Get a copy of my #1 international best-selling book, The Autoimmune Answer: https://a.co/d/03iw1bkH
🔗 Resources:
Website: www.FunctionalMedicineCharlotte.com
Book a consultation: https://functionalmedicinecharlotte.janeapp.com/
👉 Subscribe for root-cause functional medicine and functional neurology education: https://www.youtube.com/@FunctionalMedicineCharlotte
Disclaimer: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.
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A Comprehensive Approach to Healthcare
Most imbalances in functionality can be addressed; some can be completely restored to optimum function, and others can be substantially improved.
Prevention is paramount. Virtually every complex, chronic disease is preceded by long-term disturbances in functionality.
Changing how the systems function can have a major impact on the patient’s health. Functional medicine practitioners are holistic doctors who examine a wide array of available interventions and customize an action plan including those with the most impact on underlying functionality.
Functional medicine expands the clinician’s tool kit. Action plans may include combinations of botanicals, nutritional supplements, therapeutic diets, or detoxification programs. They may also include counseling on lifestyle, exercise, or stress-management techniques.
The patient becomes a partner. As a patient, you become an active partner with your functional medicine practitioner. This allows you to really be in charge of improving your own health and changing the outcome of your chronic ailment(s).
A Comprehensive Approach to Healthcare
Most imbalances in functionality can be addressed; some can be completely restored to optimum function, and others can be substantially improved.
Prevention is paramount. Virtually every complex, chronic disease is preceded by long-term disturbances in functionality.
Changing how the systems function can have a major impact on the patient’s health. Functional medicine practitioners are holistic doctors who examine a wide array of available interventions and customize a treatment plan including those with the most impact on underlying functionality.
Functional medicine expands the clinician’s tool kit. Treatments may include combinations of botanicals, nutritional supplements, therapeutic diets, or detoxification programs. They may also include counseling on lifestyle, exercise, or stress-management techniques.
The patient becomes a partner. As a patient, you become an active partner with your functional medicine practitioner. This allows you to really be in charge of improving your own health and changing the outcome of chronic ailment(s).
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