Functional Medicine in San Diego, care that starts with the root cause
Functional medicine looks at how your body systems work together, and takes the time to understand what sits behind your symptoms.
Our Doctors take a detailed history, use advanced lab testing when it helps, and build a plan that can include nutrition, supplements, botanical medicine and lifestyle changes, coordinated with the rest of our team and your own Doctors.
- Physician-led clinic
- Care coordinated across our team
- HSA, FSA and LSA welcome
- Best of San Diego, 2020, 2021, 2022
What functional medicine care can include
Your plan depends on you. These are the tools our Doctors draw on most in functional medicine.
- A detailed health history and timeline
- Advanced functional lab testing
- Nutrition and lifestyle counseling
- Supplement and botanical medicine guidance
- Gut and digestive health review
- Hormone and metabolic health review
New patients
Start with one visit
Your first visit is unhurried. We listen to what is happening and what would help most. Choose the first appointment alone, or add a full consultation.
Not sure where to start? Talk it through on a free discovery call first. Book a discovery call
Medical first appointment
First appointment
- Your first medical appointment
- What is happening, what you need, and a first plan
- HSA, FSA and LSA welcome
Medical appointment + consultation
First appointment + consultation
- Your first medical appointment
- A full consultation, a $300 value, included
- A Doctor-supervised plan for your next steps
New patients. Through November 26, 2026. Labs and prescriptions are priced separately. HSA, FSA and LSA welcome. We are direct pay and do not bill insurance; superbills are available on request.
Your gut has been “fine” for years. Is it, though?
Our free guide to digestion for busy people. The patterns worth tracking, the signs that need a Doctor, and what a fuller workup actually looks at.
- The common patterns, in plain language
- The signs that need medical attention first
- A two-week log that makes your first visit count
9 pages. Instant download. Just your name and email, no health questions.
How functional medicine works
Functional medicine looks at the whole person: physical, emotional, environmental and lifestyle factors together. Care follows a clear sequence, so you always know what comes next.
Your story first
We start with a detailed history and a timeline of your symptoms, habits and environment.
Look for patterns
Symptoms rarely stand alone. We look at how digestion, hormones, stress, sleep and nutrition connect.
Test when it helps
Labs and diagnostic testing are ordered when they add useful information, not by default.
A plan made for you
Your plan can include nutrition, supplements, botanical medicine and lifestyle changes, supervised by your Doctor.
Doctor as teacher
We explain the why, so you can take part in your own care.
Follow-up over time
We review your progress and adjust the plan as your needs change.
Good to know
What is functional medicine?
Functional medicine is an approach that looks at how the body’s systems interact and what may be contributing to your symptoms, using a detailed history, testing when helpful, and a personalized plan.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book your first appointment directly.
Will I need lab tests?
Not always. Your Doctor will recommend testing only when it adds useful information. Labs are priced separately.
Is functional medicine covered by insurance?
Saffron & Sage is a direct pay clinic and does not bill insurance. HSA, FSA and LSA dollars are welcome, and superbills are available on request.
Do I need a membership?
No. Membership is not required for care.
What should I bring to my first visit?
A list of your health history, current concerns and any medications or supplements, plus recent lab work if you have it.
Have your most recent labs? Upload them here for a free overview.
Upload a recent lab report and get a plain-language overview of what each marker measures. You arrive at your first visit with better questions, and our team starts from what you already have.
Upload my lab reportFree. Takes about a minute. Your file is processed in real time and is not stored. Educational only, not medical advice or a diagnosis.
- UploadA recent lab report, as a PDF or a photo.
- ReadA plain-language overview of what each marker measures.
- Talk it throughWith our team on a free discovery call, if you would like.
Services that often play a part
Functional medicine often works alongside these services, depending on what your Doctor finds. For a full workup, see our integrative and functional medicine visits.
The Integrative PhysicalTwo hours, your whole body, one clear plan.Explore the Integrative Physical →
Diagnostic testingThe data behind how you feel.Explore diagnostic testing →
Nutritional therapyBuilt on your data, not the latest diet.Explore nutritional therapy →
AcupunctureFrom Doctors, not a day spa.Explore acupuncture →
IV therapyOrdered by a medical team, not picked from a menu.Explore IV therapy →
Counseling and coachingFor people carrying a lot.Explore counseling and coaching →Gratuity-free, by design
Every Saffron & Sage experience is gratuity-free. Your care is settled when you book, so when you arrive there is nothing to calculate and nothing left to decide. Be fully present for your treatment, savor every minute of your session, and return to your day restored, with no checkout, no tip line and no pressure to spend more.
New here? Your first appointment plus a full consultation, a $600 value, is $300 for new clients. Or start with a free 15-minute discovery call.
Wondering if it is a fit?
Meet our team on a free discovery call. We will tell you honestly whether functional medicine is the right first step.
Or call (619) 933-2340