Functional medicine is an approach to health and well-being that focuses on restoring your body’s own natural balance. Functional medicine uses a systems-based approach to uncover underlying causes contributing to symptoms and disease rather than just treating symptoms. It recognizes that an individual’s genetics, environment and lifestyle all contribute to long-term health. Additional information on functional medicine’s systems-based approach can be found here.

At Eleena Health, we understand that health is multifaceted. We blend conventional medicine with functional medicine philosophies and use evidence-based methodologies to guide our care.

Yes. We are an expansion of your care team and do not replace your primary care provider. It is important that you maintain contact with your primary care provider for acute concerns, standard health care screenings, and immunizations. We help you build upon the care that you already receive and help create a treatment plan that will optimize your health. We will keep the treatments you already receive in mind to ensure safety.

Appointments with Dr. Pomerance:

Single Session: $375/hr

Wellness Package: $1050

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This includes:

• 60 minute initial evaluation

• 60 minute appointment to review lab results and develop a treatment plan

• 60 minute follow-up appointment to review and update the treatment plan

Appointments with Sweena Burroughs:

Single Session: $300/hr

*Need-based pricing available

Wellness Package: $825

This includes:

• 60 minute initial evaluation

• 60 minute appointment to review lab results and develop a treatment plan

• 60 minute follow-up appointment to review and update the treatment plan

We do not accept insurance. However, we will provide you with a superbill so you can submit it to your insurance provider for out-of-network benefits. You may be able to use your FSA/HSA.

The functional lab tests range in cost from $180-$425. The selection of labs will be tailored to your needs and finances. The common bundle of tests that are advised include a hormonal test (Adrenocortex Stress Profile or DUTCH test), a microbiome or stool analysis (GI Map or GI Effects), and a test evaluating your metabolic and nutrient status (Metabolomix).

The initial visit will last approximately one hour. This will serve as an opportunity to review your medical, family, and social history and explore your current concerns and health goals. This will also be a chance to determine what initial tests may be needed.

Any recent laboratory or diagnostic testing will be helpful in getting an overall view of your health and work-up to date.

Based on your preference and geographic location, you can arrange to see Dr. Pomerance in-person in Pasadena, CA or Sweena in-person at the Manzanita Wellness Clinic in Berkeley, CA. Otherwise, all other appointments will be offered via a HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform.

Specialty labs use biomarkers to detect imbalances in your body systems. By identifying these functional imbalances we can direct treatment at restoring balance and health. We use the lab results to guide your treatment plan.

Depending on the person, it can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks to start feeling the impacts of the treatment and up to 3-6 months to feel an improvement in your symptoms. The longer you have been sick, the longer it takes to begin to feel well. The treatments are intended to gently and slowly restore the conditions for health.

Often times, prescription-grade supplements are used to help restore the body’s balance. These supplements are sourced by companies who conduct third-party testing to ensure quality and dosage. The goal is to use supplements to restore balance while working on lifestyle habits that will sustain and optimize health.

Yes, prescription medications can be used in treatment plans. Both Dr. Pomerance and Sweena are licensed medical prescribers in the State of California.