Blogs by family integrative medicine

Welcome to the official blog center for Family Integrative Medicine. Our knowledgeable team has combined their expertise to create this educational information on your behalf. Here, you’ll find updates about all aspects of integrated medical care, from regenerative therapies and rehabilitation to chronic pain relief and healthy habits. 

The Art of Restoration: Celebrating Eight Years of Whole-Person Health

True well-being is more than the absence of illness; it is the presence of vitality, resilience, and a meaningful quality of life. For eight years,

May 2, 2026

Family Integrative Medicine Appoints Stacey Jefferies, APRN, FNP-BC, to Lead New Precision Longevity & Regenerative Division

Family Integrative Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Stacey Jefferies, APRN, FNP-BC, as a lead practitioner specializing in Precision Longevity and Regenerative Medicine.

April 27, 2026

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Gut Microbiome 101: Your Inner Garden of Health

What Is the Gut Microbiome? Inside every one of us lives a community of trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microbes. They line the digestive

September 22, 2025

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The Healing Power of Rest

Each year, August 15 is recognized as National Relaxation Day — but its message is timeless: rest is a daily gift that protects your heart,

August 15, 2025

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Men’s Health Month: A Whole-Person Approach to Wellness in Central Florida

Men’s Health Month: A Whole-Person Approach to Wellness in Central Florida June is recognized as Men’s Health Month—a time dedicated to raising awareness about the

June 9, 2025

Family Integrative Medicine Welcomes Holistic Nurse, Juan Carrasco, RN, BSN, PBT, EMT, to Growing Central Florida Practice

Family Integrative Medicine Welcomes Holistic Nurse to Growing Central Florida Practice

Family Integrative Medicine continues its expansion in the Central Florida healthcare community by welcoming Juan Carrasco, RN, BSN, to its expert team of healthcare professionals.

March 14, 2025

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Your Heart, Your Health: A Holistic Approach to Cardiovascular Wellness

Your heart is at the center of everything you do—from enjoying time with loved ones to embracing life’s adventures. Yet, many people feel overwhelmed by

February 26, 2025

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The Functional Medicine Approach to Heart Health: Science-Backed Strategies for Cardiovascular Wellness

February is American Heart Month—a time to take control of your cardiovascular wellness with evidence-based, holistic strategies. While heart disease is the leading cause of

February 19, 2025

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25 Wellness Tips for 2025: Holistic Approaches for a Healthier Year

As we step into 2025, there’s no better time to focus on creating balance and vitality in your life. True wellness addresses the whole person—body,

January 2, 2025

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Thrive This Holiday Season with Winter Wellness & IV Therapy Solutions

A Season for Celebration—and Extra Care for Your Health The holidays are a season of joy, connection, and celebration—a time to indulge in traditions, reunite

December 20, 2024

Our REviews!

5.0

Julia J.

2 days ago

This is a great find for those who want a very deep, thorough approach to their health. I felt that a regular annual physical is not going to cut it and found this amazing practice through careful research. My gratitude is endless to the doctors and stuff. Nobody has ever explored lifestyle and health topics with me during intake to discover how things must be analyzed and addressed on a completely new level. I came with neck and shoulder issues that required immediate attention, and they were gone completely after a few weeks, so now we're taking care of other areas. Big thank you to Dr. Marie Firouzbakht, Dr. Adriana Florez, Dr. Johan Collazo, Dr. Todd Gegerson and Teresa, as well as front desk staff Yennifer and others. It's a drive for me, but I will keep coming.

Jennesys C.

1 week ago

I have had a wonderful experience at Family Integration Medicine. Everyone who works there is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful. They take the time to provide great advice and clear explanations, which makes the experience feel very comfortable and reassuring as a patient. I have truly seen positive results from my care, and I am very happy with my experience overall. I highly recommend Family Integration Medicine to anyone looking for a caring and knowledgeable team.

Rafael A. Santiago J.

2 weeks ago

Fantastic services, very professional. I'm so glad I was recommended, I'll be coming back for the foreseeable future.

Anmy F.

4 weeks ago

For the first time in a long time… I have hope. I came to Family Integrative Medicine because I was tired of the constant cycle of specialists who only treated my symptoms as individual problems. I was tired of being prescribed medication to numb the symptoms, only to have the same problems return because the root cause was never addressed. I was tired of rushed 15-minute appointments and hearing the typical, “Are you sure you aren’t just anxious or depressed?” whenever I brought up another symptom I knew was real. I knew this place was going to be different within the first five minutes of walking through the door. The atmosphere itself promotes a sense of calm and healing. The staff is kind, attentive, and genuinely present. My evaluation was everything I had hoped for from all the other doctors I had seen. For the first time, I felt like I was being seen as a whole person rather than a collection of unrelated symptoms. Instead of simply asking, “How do we treat this symptom?” the focus was on understanding why my body isn’t functioning properly in the first place. Then came my first acupuncture session, and honestly, I was in awe. I had been experiencing a lump-in-my-throat sensation for weeks, and after our session, it was gone. The massage felt like the perfect combination of fascia release and deep tissue work — a blend I didn’t even know I needed. My chronically tight muscles finally experienced some relief. This is only the beginning of my healing journey here, but I already feel confident that I’m in the right place. I can tell that this team is genuinely dedicated to finding the root causes of my symptoms and supporting my body in healing itself rather than simply masking what’s going wrong. For the first time in a long time, I have hope. And that means everything to me.

israel S.

1 month ago

I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone at Family Integrative Medicine. From my very first visit, they made me feel welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for during one of the most difficult times in my life. Everyone, from the front desk staff to the doctors, has been kind, compassionate, and highly professional. They always take the time to listen, answer my questions, and make sure I feel comfortable and understood. Thanks to their care and support, I have made tremendous progress in my recovery from stress, anxiety, and constant worry. They have played a very important role in helping me regain my confidence and move forward. I highly recommend Family Integrative Medicine to anyone looking for a medical team that truly cares about their patients.

Response from the owner:Israel, thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review. We’re truly grateful that our team could help you feel welcomed, supported, and cared for during a difficult time. Seeing the progress you’ve made and knowing that you are regaining your confidence means so much to everyone at Family Integrative Medicine. It is an honor to be part of your journey, and we appreciate your trust and recommendation.

TNT

Based on my first visit the staff was great. The facility looks good.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star review! We’re glad our team made a great first impression and that you enjoyed our facility.

Deejay Z.

2 months ago

Great job

Response from the owner:Thank you for your 5-star rating! Family Integrative Medicine provides regenerative medicine, functional medicine, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and advanced pain relief therapies across Altamonte Springs and Central Florida.

mohammed S.

The staffing is a significant exception. And services excellent. Doctor so helpful. Great place I recommend to come.

Response from the owner:Thank you Mohammed! At Family Integrative Medicine, your experience matters. We provide integrative care—including acupuncture, physiotherapy, and functional medicine—to support your recovery and long-term wellness.

Rizwana S.

Very friendly and professional staff

Response from the owner:🌿 Thank you, Rizwana! We’re so glad our friendly and professional team made a great impression. At Family Integrative Medicine, we take a holistic functional medicine approach that supports every part of your health through acupuncture, chiropractic care, and spinal decompression therapy. We are always here when you need a partner in health.

Yoly A.

This place is heaven on earth…. I was lucky enough to have this covered by my insurance… I come here three times a week… please come here and give yourself the gift of feeling better.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad our integrative care team helped you feel better. Your recommendation means so much to everyone at Family Integrative Medicine.

Annette D.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star rating, Annette! We truly appreciate your support and for choosing Family Integrative Medicine for your integrative healthcare needs.

Annette

Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star rating, Annette! We appreciate your support and for choosing Family Integrative Medicine for your integrative healthcare needs.

natalie M.

3 months ago

Amazing work Dr. Florez has relieved me of all my pains from Sciatica, lower back, hip and knee pains! All the staff in the office are wonderful too! The whole team cares for your well being and it shows! My daughter referred me to Dr. Florez and I also referred a coworker who got relief for their back pain also! I highly recommend this location!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Natalie! We’re so glad Dr. Florez and our team helped bring relief from your sciatica, lower back, hip, and knee pain. Your referrals and kind recommendation mean so much to us!

Regina F.

4 months ago

I have had a great experience here! The entire staff is very nice and personable!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Regina! We’re so happy you had a wonderful experience with our caring team at Family Integrative Medicine. Providing warm, personalized integrative healthcare is at the heart of what we do, and we truly appreciate your five-star review.

kushta K.

I’m so happy to receive my treatments here; The doctors have very extensive knowledge in practice of the traditional medicine with a holistic approach, they are extremely kind and gentle. My acupuncture treatment, massages, light therapy also the array of IVs and anti-aging practices, just the best! I feel better already and I’m coming back stronger than ever. They have cleared up the original problem I came for and now I go for maintenance every other week for my treatments. So glad to have Family Integrative as part of my health team, Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Kushta, thank you for your kind words and for trusting Family Integrative Medicine with your care. We’re so glad you have felt supported by our team and by our integrative approach to wellness. Our practice is committed to personalized care through acupuncture, massage therapy, IV therapy, light therapy, and holistic medicine, with a focus on helping each patient feel heard, cared for, and supported in their long-term health goals. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to be part of your wellness journey.

Victor A.

Super bien. relajante y muy bueno Lo recomiendo

Response from the owner:Muchas gracias, Victor, por recomendarnos. Nos alegra mucho saber que su experiencia fue excelente, relajante y positiva. Apreciamos sinceramente su confianza en Family Integrative Medicine. Thank you again for choosing us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Natalie H.

First time visit today. I paid attention to every detail and was impressed. The office space is nice, very clean and has a warm vibe. Every staff person/clinician handled me with care and answered every question with patience. Dr. Florez made the initial intake fun and explained every step of the acupuncture process. The procedure was followed up with the best massage ever. Post procedure, I felt very relaxed and had less back and hip pain. Lastly, Yennifer deserves a raise. She is so pleasant and professional. Yennifer reached out immediately after I submitted my online inquiry and made my new patient experience easy, thank you!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Natalie, for your thoughtful review. We are so glad your first visit felt welcoming, comfortable, and well cared for from start to finish. Dr. Florez, Yennifer, and our entire team will be grateful to know their care, patience, and attention to detail made your experience a positive one. Thank you for trusting Family Integrative Medicine. We look forward to continuing to support your health and wellness.

Gloria L.

Great experience! I have a lot pain and they help me so much! I feel better and the massage is amazing!!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Gloria! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great experience and that you’re feeling better. Our team at Family Integrative Medicine is grateful to be part of your care, and we’re especially glad the massage therapy helped with your pain and overall wellness. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with us!

EmilyT

The place is very clean on the inside and the staff are extremely nice as well! Overall, I enjoy each time I come here, and the acupuncture and massages are very relaxing as well. Dr. Flores is amazing!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Emily, for your kind review. We are grateful to hear that you feel comfortable and welcomed when visiting Family Integrative Medicine. Our team works hard to provide a clean, relaxing, and supportive environment for patients seeking acupuncture, therapeutic massage, and holistic integrative care in Central Florida. We will be sure to share your thoughtful words with Dr. Florez and our team. It means so much to know that your visits have been relaxing and positive.

Arlin R.

5 months ago

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Timothy W.

I've had two visits so far with both the chiropractor and acupuncturist, and the acupuncture especially is making a huge difference in my pain levels. My lower back and sciatica issues all but disappeared from Saturday the day of my visit until Thursday, so nearly all week! And I know it's just going to keep getting better with each visit, especially combined with the chiropractor. And the 15-minute massage at the end really ends the office visit on a seriously relaxing note. I don't know why I haven't sought out these treatment alternatives until now, but it sure is worth it!

Response from the owner:Timothy, thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for trusting Family Integrative Medicine with your care. We’re grateful to hear that your experience with both chiropractic care and acupuncture has felt so supportive. Our goal is always to provide personalized, integrative care that helps patients feel more comfortable, more mobile, and more at ease throughout their health journey. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team and are glad your visits have been such a positive experience.

IzzySmar

This place is awesome! I called in last minute and they took me in on a Saturday evening. They have been helping with my neck and shoulder pain. As a teacher, I am constantly using my arms to teach and on the computer daily. I came in with a stiff neck and left with movement. I will say it’s not a quick fix, it’s to help the healing process. I highly recommend this office. The staff is friendly and the doctor’s are honest. They also work with how comfortable you are with certain treatments.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Izzy, for sharing your experience. We are pleased we were able to see you promptly and help you begin moving in the right direction with your neck and shoulder pain. Your comments about our team’s honesty, professionalism, and individualized approach to care are sincerely appreciated, and we are honored to be part of your healing process.

Edwin D.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Edwin, for the 5-star rating. We are glad your experience with Family Integrative Medicine reflected the level of care, attention, and professionalism our team strives to provide each day.

robert P.

Response from the owner:Mr. Potokar, thank you sincerely for your 5-star rating of Family Integrative Medicine. We are honored by your trust and grateful for the opportunity to be part of your healthcare journey. Your support means so much to our team, and we deeply appreciate you choosing us for your integrative care.