Beyond Prescriptions: A Pharmacists' Guide to Functional Medicine

Upon successful completion of this module, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Compare and contrast the functional medicine (FM) and traditional models of medicine
2. Explain the systems of FM and its patient-centered approach
3. Review the evidence supporting the principles and practices of FM
4. Discuss the impact of FM on the reduction of chronic disease in the United States
5. Recognize how FM can be incorporated into the practice of pharmacy 

Upon successful completion of this module, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Explain the role of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract in chronic disease and the impact of GI integrity on overall health
2. Recognize how inflammation and immune dysregulation contribute to systemic disease
3. Describe the metabolic pathways of macronutrients and their impact on mitochondrial function and cellular energy production
4. Summarize the mechanisms of energy regulation and the role of oxidative stress in cellular function
5. Discuss the relationship between such factors as chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and stress in contributing to cardiovascular risk
6. Illustrate the interconnectedness of hormonal physiology, the stress response, and metabolic dysfunction in maintaining health
7. Assess treatments for structural integrity issues that can cause pain and headaches
8. Analyze core imbalances in a FM case study

Upon successful completion of this module, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Review the approach for conducting a clinical history using FM tools
2. Describe how to identify triggering events that impact function and health
3. Recognize how lifestyle factors influence various physiological processes and contribute to overall well-being
4. Summarize the laboratory tests and devices that help to evaluate physiological function and health
5. Select appropriate laboratory tests for a FM patient using a case scenario

Upon successful completion of this module, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Recognize how complementary therapies of FM can be incorporated into conventional pharmacy practice
2. Identify common conditions where FM can be applied to enhance patient outcomes
3. Outline the different treatment modalities in FM and their potential benefits in managing chronic diseases
4. Formulate personalized FM treatment plans and thorough counseling using case scenarios
5. Describe the main uses, appropriate dilutions, and safety profiles for common essential oils
6. Review the lab analysis report of an essential oil to determine the quality of the essential oil
7. Educate a patient about a safe course of aromatherapy based on their medical needs and lifestyle

Upon successful completion of this module, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Discuss the opportunities and challenges of developing a FM service
2. Outline the key elements and steps required to initiate a FM service
3. Formulate a strategic plan for delivering a FM service
4. Identify strategies for expanding services through community collaborations and partnerships