My Practice
Mission. Philosophy. Style
As a Family Nurse Practitioner, my mission is to find the root cause of disease and dysfunction, and to work with my patients to regain their health and vibrancy so they can feel their best in the world. I value a collaborative relationship with my patients, serving as their guide while encouraging them to take a significant role in optimizing their health.
feel healthy, youthful & energetic.
Boulder Integrative Health (BIH), a private functional medicine practice owned by Carrie Ballas, BSN, MS, FNP-C, ABAAHP, in Boulder, Colorado. BIH specializes in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, menopause, age-related hormone changes in men, thyroid conditions, adrenal issues, gastrointestinal problems, and more. Carrie takes the time to understand your history and lifestyle. Together, we will work to optimize your health and achieve your life goals, helping you live your best life!
What is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease by using a systems-oriented approach that engages both patient and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership.
By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms.
​The Seven basic underlying principles of Functional Medicine:
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Science-based medicine that connects the emerging research base to clinical practice.
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Biochemical individuality is based on genetic and environmental uniqueness.
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Patient-centered care rather than disease-focused treatment.
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Dynamic balance of internal and external factors that affect total functioning.
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Web-like interconnections among the body’s physiological processes also affect every aspect of functionality.
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Health is a positive vitality, not merely the absence of disease.
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Promotion of organ reserve as a means to enhance the health span.
"I value a collaborative relationship with my patients , guiding them to take an active role in optimizing their health. I go beyond merely addressing symptoms; I seek to identify the root causes of disease, dysfunction, and poor health. By listening to my patients, I foster meaningful dialogue about their lifestyle, environment, mind, body, and spiritual well-being. All of these factors are considered when designing their personalized healthcare plans.”
Carrie Ballas