In this episode of MyMD Unscripted, Dr. Julia Ward shares her journey from ER burnout to thriving as a functional medicine practitioner. She opens up about discovering bioidentical hormones, the power of gut health, and advanced testing, while also explaining how membership models transform patient care. Her story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when medicine focuses on root causes and lasting wellness.

Dr. Julia Ward is a board-certified physician who transitioned from urgent and emergency medicine into functional medicine after she struggled with fatigue and hormonal imbalance. Founder of a successful functional medicine practice and host of The Functional Edge podcast, she specializes in bioidentical hormone therapy, gut health, and integrative testing. Through her work, she helps patients achieve balance, restore energy, and pursue real healing outside of the traditional medical model.

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Clint Carter, MD

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Produced by DrTalks: https://drtalks.com/podcast/