The Northeast Ohio Institute of Functional Medicine is known as your Center for Hope and Healing, and that is exactly what we are. If you have suffered from health issues, or are just looking to feel your best, we are here to help set you on the individual path that works for YOU. Everyone has different genetic makeups, and physical and emotional histories that combine to create your current state of health. We use the most innovative testing mixed with plenty of conversation to determine where you are now and where you want to be!
 
Our team is led by Dr. Dorothy Sprecher, who discovered functional medicine on her own health journey. She opened the NEOIFM in 1997, and is one of the longest-practicing functional medicine doctors in our area. Dr. Cherie Lechner-Lunato provides chiropractic care, and Dr. Lilly Thompson practices psychology here in our office. Christine Spiroch, P.A., Ph.D  helps patients implement dietary and lifestyle adjustments if they are required to improve health.
 
  Wellness is a journey, and we are here to help!

What's New at the NEOIFM

We are currently operating on a telephone-only basis while COVID-19 is circulating in the area. Appointments will be done by phone. If you need to buy supplements, you can call in the order and pay by phone, and we will have them outside when you arrive to pick them up. You may also take advantage of our free shipping offer, which begins March 30.
Also, Dr. Sprecher is not affiliated with University Hospitals or the Cleveland Clinic, so she is not able to order COVID-19 testing. Testing would need to be ordered through one of the hospital systems.
One of the best ways to defend yourself from the illness is to build a strong immune system. Here are some of our favorite pieces on the immune system:

• Metagenics COVID-19 Defense
• Metagenics Immune Support Slideshow
• Vitamin C Handout

We have discontinued Joy of Change and classes until further notice. We advise our patients to stay home, stay calm and practice good self care during this time. To read Dr. Sprecher's thoughts on the "pause" we are experiencing, click here.

Weekly Specials

This week at NEOIFM our focus is continuing Immune Support. Plan to take 15% off with orders for curb-side pick up or 10% off with free shipping. Free Nasopure for all orders over $250 while supplies last.
Here is our selection of nutrients you can use to keep your Immune System supported:
General daily supports:
Avoid excess dairy and sugar
Eat high quality protein and lots of fruits and vegetables
Irrigate nasal passages with NasoPure or Netti pot daily
Vitamin D 5000 IU daily for adults. (Check with your doctor for children’s dose)
Zinc 20 to 50 mg. daily
Vitamin C 1000mg twice daily:
Lyposheric C 1 packet twice daily. (Livon Labs)
UltraPotent C 1 twice daily. (Metagenics)
500C Methoxyflavone 2 twice daily. (Metagenics)
Buffered C 2 twice daily (OrthoMolecular)
Vitality C powder ½ scoop twice daily
Liposomal C liquid 1 teaspoon twice daily
Direct Immune Supports:
Probiotics:
Immune Boost 1 twice daily (Metagenics)
Ultra-Flora Children’s Probiotic (Metagenics)
Mushroom extracts:
Immucore 1 twice daily (Metagenics)
Mycotaki 1 twice daily (Metagenics)
Immunoberry Liquid 1 dropperful twice daily (Designs for        Health)
Transfer Factors Multi Immune 2 Three times daily                    (Research Nutritionals)
​Herbal Immune Boosters:
Andrographis Plus 1 twice daily. (Metagenics)
Echinacea Synergy 1 to 2 twice daily. (Metagenics)
Licorice Plus 1 to 2 twice daily. Helps with fatigue. (Metagenics)
Essential Defense 1 twice daily. (Metagenics)
Black Elderberry Liquid 1 teaspoon three times daily. (Cardiovascular Research) 
Monolaurin 1 Twice daily (Cardiovascular Research)
Anti- Viral Herbs and Nutrients:
Lysine 1000 to 1500 mg/day
Olive Leaf Extract 1 twice daily
Viracid serving size twice daily (OrthoMolecular)
Candibactin AR 1 to 2 twice daily (Metagenics)
Transfer Factor Plasmyc 1 daily (Research Nutritionals)
Symptom Support:
Ginger-Tussin Cough Syrup 1 teaspoon 3 to 4 times daily (Designs for Health)
Inspiraction 1 to 2 two to three times daily as needed for cough and phlegm
Sinatrol 3 up to three times daily as needed for cough and phlegm. (OrthoMolecular)
Nazanol 1 to 2 two to three times daily as needed for congestion (Metagenics)
Sinuplex 1 to 2 two to three times daily as needed for congestion (Metagenics)
Phytoprophen natural anti-inflammatory for aches and pains 2 three times daily as needed. (Thorne)
Inflavinoid Intensive Care natural anti-inflammatory for aches and pains 2 three times daily as needed. (Metagenics)

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Patient Testimonials

"I have been visiting Dr. Sprecher since 2006- when she discovered that I have a gluten allergy. I had been suffering from many of the symptoms of a food allergy and had been checked by a variety other physicians. Not one ever suggested that I might have a food allergy. All wanted to prescribe medication or additional exams.  Dr. Sprecher changed the trajectory of my health. I have been GF since March 2006. And making this one small change in my diet altered my health - from questionable to good!
I have recommended the NEO Institute of Functional Medicine to friends and family. Dr. Sprecher does not disappoint. She takes the time to truly understand your health issues. Over the past 12 years, she is the physician that I truly trust.
Thank you Dr. Sprecher!
-Sherry H.
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“Dr. Dorothy and I have been working together for years now. I first came to her because I was paralyzed with fatigue. She listened to my story for 2.5 hours. No doctor has ever spent that much time with me. I was willing to work with her and trust in her as so many other doctors had failed me along the way. I did all the testing, I did my homework, and I healed. Today, I am energized, educated and a believer of functional medicine and the work that Dr. Dorothy does. Dr. Dorothy has great instincts and has continued to guide me through menopause, an autoimmune issue, dietary concerns and digestive challenges. Dr. Dorothy also has a relationship with my son and daughter. She has given then so many tools to be healthy young adults and for that, I am forever grateful.”
-Tracey C.

"I have been a patient of Dr. Sprecher's going back about 15 years. She has been a Godsend to me throughout these years. I have encountered problems regular doctors are stumped by. Whenever I have a problem they cannot give me an answer to, I come back to Dr. Sprecher. She has gotten me back on track to health. What a blessing."
-Elizabeth P.