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. Nutritionist Bob Iafelice and health coach Kate Carter help patients implement dietary and lifestyle adjustments if they are required to improve health.
 
  Wellness is a journey, and we are here to help!
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​Upcoming Events...

Next Meet the Doc:
7-8:30 p.m. January 29

Nutritionist Bob Iafelice is leading a four-week program to help you get started on the Ketogenic Diet! The cost is $50. Learn more here. 

First Wednesday and
​third Thursday, monthly

Functional medicine health coach Kate Carter  will discuss the basics of the elimination diet, followed by a cooking demonstration from Chef Will Davis of the Loretta Paganini School of Cooking. Attendees will be provided with food samples. The cost is $15. Learn more here.

New classes coming soon!

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.