I constantly talk to my patients about how keeping your gut healthy is essential to clear skin, whatever your actual skin issue is. Simply put, the gut lining houses very important metabolites that are important to maintaining the body’s inflammatory response.
Welcome to Flourish Health
For years I dreamed of practicing medicine in an integrative, holistic, person-centered way. In 2019, that dream came true with Flourish Health
I am a family practice board certified physician who has worked in the Alexandria Lakes Area for the past 25 years in general family medicine as well as urgent care and acute care. I started my functional medicine journey eight years ago when I realized that the Western Medicine model alone was simply not working for many of my patients, as well as my own family members. Subsequently, I completed the coursework through the Institute for Functional Medicine. In addition, I have taken Chris Kresser’s year-long Functional Medicine course, Deanna Minich’s Rainbow nutrition course, as well as many other educational courses. I continue to devote about 30% of my time to ongoing education and research. See my full list of credentials here.
I am so excited to share that knowledge and use it to help others on their journey to flourish! Health is so much more than the absence of disease. It is about embracing who we are and maximizing our genetic and God given gifts to be the best version of ourselves so we can impact the world around us. It is my goal to take a personal journey with each of my patients to truly embrace full health and wellness.
Board-Certified
Board-Certified
Top-Rated
Top-Rated
Client-Focused
Client-Focused
“Dr.Martin helped me overcome my illness and maintain a happy and healthy life!”
I started to work with Serena in order to get to the core of my issues. What was inflaming me and why was this happening? My skin cleared up, not only chronic acne but horrible psoriasis, my constant swelling and pain went down, itchy skin, rashes, headaches, breathing problems, anxiety... everything subsided.I have never felt more alive and in control of my own health.
None of these are your actual problem. Let’s figure out what’s really causing them.
My services
A better approach to health
Proven methods that actually address your core health problems
Clear Inflammation
Clear Inflammation
Repair Your Gut
Repair Your Gut
Balance Hormones
Balance Hormones
Energy and Mind
Energy and Mind
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I firmly believe in the power of nature and the natural laws of the body. I offer a unique approach to creating a complete and personalized path to wellness.
“If you are looking for incredible support and guidance Laura is the person for you. She is very knowledgeable and helped me through the worst part of my pregnancy. I felt sick 24/7- couldn’t keep any food down! She knows how to switch up food items and give suggestions that really worked for me. Truly a lifesaver.”
“Laura has been AMAZING! This is my second pregnancy. I reached out because I gained way too much weight during my first pregnancy and I really wanted this one to be different. Laura showed me easy ways to implement healthy eating into my lifestyle. Nothing crazy or unrealistic! Really enjoyed my experience with her and I look forward to working with her more.”
“I have struggled with my weight due to PCOS for my entire life. I reached out to Laura as basically my last hope.She has been incredible. I lost 20 pounds in the first few months working with her. What I really loved about working with Laura is how comfortable I felt with her the moment I met her. I wouldn't look anywhere else if you struggle with PCOS and body image issues.”
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