Integrative Medicine, Endowed Chair, Functional Medicine Physician

Location

Columbus, Ohio

1 day ago

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Wexner Medical Center seek an exceptional Functional Medicine Physician to join our Center for Integrative Health. The role combines 60% clinical practice with 40% strategic administrative responsibilities, leading the development of an innovative integrative primary care service line that integrates conventional medicine with complementary therapies.

• Conduct patient evaluations, including detailed health histories, physical examinations, and advanced diagnostic testing to assess overall health status and identify underlying causes of disease.
• Develop personalized, evidence‑based treatment plans that integrate conventional medicine with complementary approaches such as nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep optimization, and lifestyle modification.
• Diagnose and manage patients with chronic illnesses, including heart disease, metabolic disorders, autoimmune conditions, and other complex health issues.
• Provide patient education regarding their conditions and treatment options, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health.
• Adapt treatment plans based on individual patient needs, goals, and response to interventions.
• Maintain comprehensive, up‑to‑date patient records to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and clinical support staff to deliver integrated, coordinated care.

• Practice functional medicine and lead the development of an integrative primary care service line.
• Develop clinical protocols and evidence‑based guidelines for the service line, including design of a sustainable financial model.
• Design and implement comprehensive patient assessment and treatment frameworks that combine functional medicine principles with conventional medical standards.
• Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling, patient record management, and communication with patients and referring providers.
• Oversee quality assurance and patient satisfaction metrics for the new service line.
• Participate in staff training and education to ensure consistent delivery of functional medicine principles across the team.
• Collaborate with center leadership to establish operational procedures, resource allocation, and strategic goals for service line growth.
• Contribute to research, quality improvement initiatives, and outcomes tracking to demonstrate the effectiveness of integrative primary care.
• Mentor clinical and administrative staff in functional medicine approaches and best practices.

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• License/license‑eligible in the state of Ohio.
• Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Certification in Functional Medicine (IFMCP).
• Minimum 3+ years of clinical experience in primary care or related field.
• Strong foundation in conventional medicine with demonstrated understanding of diagnostic and treatment protocols.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration and achieve results within interdisciplinary teams.
• Qualify for a minimum of an academic appointment at the assistant or associate professor level.

• Experience in developing new clinical service lines or programs.
• Background in integrative or holistic medicine approaches.
• Experience utilizing electronic health record (EHR) systems to support clinical workflows and documentation.
• Commitment to continuous medical education and maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of functional medicine research and best practices.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams within a collaborative, cross‑disciplinary environment.
• Experience in an academic medical center.

Application materials must include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. Please email your application to Tiffany.

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. For inquiries, contact Maryanna Klatt, PhD, Director, Center for Integrative Health. Email:
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