Functional Medicine Center at BBH Hospital 
A Personalized, Science-Based Approach to Long-Term Health

The Functional Medicine Center at BBH Hospital offers internationally certified, science-driven healthcare focused on root cause resolution and personalized wellness. Our approach emphasizes evidence-based practice, aiming to identify and treat the underlying imbalances in the body's interconnected systems rather than merely managing symptoms.

Globally Recognized Standards in Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine was pioneered by Dr. Jeffrey Bland and Dr. Susan Bland in the United States and later systematized by The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) a world-leading nonprofit organization in the field. IFM is committed to:

• Developing advanced educational programs for healthcare professionals
• Promoting personalized care models
• Providing long-term, root-cause-focused treatment frameworks

The IFM's educational curriculum is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) in the U.S., and is also recognized by many international health authorities.

Professional Training and Certifications

Healthcare professionals interested in Functional Medicine can pursue IFM-certified programs such as:

• Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP): A foundational course introducing core clinical applications
• Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (IFMCP): An advanced certification involving rigorous theoretical and practical assessments
• Advanced Practice Modules (APM): Specialized modules focusing on topics such as the immune system, gut health, detoxification, and more

As of 2025, the number of certified IFMCP physicians worldwide continues to grow, though Asia still has relatively few certified practitioners reflecting the program's high standards and rigorous evaluation process.

BBH Hospital: A Leader in Functional Medicine in Thailand

BBH Hospital is the first hospital in Thailand to provide comprehensive Functional Medicine services using the IFM model as its clinical standard. Our key differentiators include:

• Founder & Visionary: Dr.Torsak Tip-pairote was the first physician in Asia certified by IFM and introduced Functional Medicine to Thailand in 2010.
• Expert Medical Team: Our physicians are trained through official IFM programs and bring years of practical experience in root-cause, personalized care.
• Comprehensive Diagnostics: We offer advanced laboratory assessments including biochemical profiling, gut microbiome analysis, chronic inflammation markers, immune function testing, and environmental stress evaluation.
• Personalized Health Plans: Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual by integrating genetic, behavioral, nutritional, environmental, emotional, and medical history data.

Patient-Centered Functional Medicine at BBH Hospital

Our approach is designed to put the patient at the center of care and focuses ons:

• Treating the root cause, not just the symptoms
• Viewing the body as an integrated system, not isolated organs
• Restoring long-term wellness through lifestyle and nutritional interventions
• Using precision lab data to guide individualized treatment
• Preventing the onset of new chronic diseases through proactive health management

Who Can Benefit from Functional Medicine?

Functional Medicine is particularly helpful for individuals with chronic or complex health conditions that have not improved with conventional treatments. Suitable cases include:

• Neurological & Brain Disorders: Autism, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, congenital brain disorders
• Neurodegenerative Conditions
• Metabolic Diseases: Diabetes, chronic obesity
• Chronic Pain Syndromes
• Myofascial Pain Syndrome
• Organic Brain Syndromes
• Genetic Disorders: Chromosomal abnormalities
• Muscular Dystrophies
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Pediatric Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Imbalances: IBS and other digestive disorders
• Unexplained or multi-system chronic illnesses
• Immune Disorders: Allergies, autoimmune conditions
• Post-critical illness recovery and rehabilitation

If surgery, medication, or living with unresolved chronic symptoms is no longer a sustainable option, Functional Medicine may offer a transformative pathway to improved health and restored quality of life.

A Message from the BBH Medical Team

“Shift the focus from ‘incurable disease’ to ‘recoverable life.’”

True health is not merely the absence of disease—it’s a life of balance, vitality, and inner strength.

At BBH Hospital, we believe that even if a condition cannot be completely cured, you can still live a better, fuller life through Functional Medicine. Our team is committed to addressing your health at its core, working with you to restore both physical and emotional well-being so you can live with strength, energy, and authenticity.