Integrative Medicine – Mercy Medical Center, Cedar Rapids, IA

Integrative Medicine is a healing-oriented approach that takes the whole person into account, including all aspects of lifestyle. It combines cutting-edge, conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary and alternative approaches.

Whether treating chronic issues or exploring preventative wellness options, the overall goal of Mercy's Integrative Medicine Center is to identify and address the root of the condition, as opposed to only treating symptoms.

Integrative medicine goes beyond just getting your blood pressure in a certain range, for example. Although important, the Integrative Medicine Center focuses on the root issue affecting your whole being and the cause of high blood pressure. This could be a combination of stress, lack of exercise, poor nutrition, or relationship or spirituality issues. These core areas are addressed and appropriate therapies applied to the mind, body and spirit. Learn more from Dr. Bartlett in the videos below.

Mercys Integrative Medicine Center is physician-led under the direction of Suzanne Bartlett, MD, FACOG, FABOIM. Dr. Bartlett is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN).

She completed a prestigious fellowship in Integrative Medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine. She is Iowas first and the areas only University of Arizona fellowship-trained Medical Doctor (MD) practicing Integrative Medicine. Learn more about Dr. Bartlett.

The Integrative Medicine Center works in partnership with your primary care provider, melding conventional and complimentary, evidence-based therapies to each patients healing and wellness process.

Chronic disease

Cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, weight management and headaches

Gynecologic issues

Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), menstrual irregularities, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), pre-conceptual counseling, infertility, hormonal imbalances and menopause

Other hormonal issues

Low libido, fatigue, hair loss, adrenal/thyroid disorders

Mood disorders

Anxiety, depression, stress and sleep disturbances

Digestive conditions

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), acid reflux, diarrhea, constipation and food allergies/sensitivities

Pelvic floor dysfunction

Urinary/fecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse

Natural management of symptoms and/or side effects of treatment

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Integrative Medicine - Mercy Medical Center, Cedar Rapids, IA