Take Control Of Your Family's Health.

Naturally.

Functional medicine for children and teenagers is a caring, whole-person approach that looks beyond symptoms to understand what your child truly needs to thrive. Instead of just addressing what’s wrong in the moment, we work alongside families to nurture a strong foundation for optimized health—supporting your child’s growth, resilience and well-being now and for years to come.

"Doctor Adams is so kind and easy to talk to. For the first time, I felt like a doctor truly listened and cared. She helped me find the root cause of my ulcerative proctitis and has supported me every step of the way. I’ve noticed such a big difference in how I feel, and I’m so thankful to finally have the help I needed. She truly cares about her patients and their overall health — not just a quick fix, but long-term healing."

J.C.

Hi, I'm Dr. Melissa Adams

I specialize in helping patients overcome chronic health challenges like allergies, eczema, anxiety and ADHD by addressing underlying inflammation and imbalances naturally. Together, we'll create a path to optimized wellness so your child can experience the energy, strength and vitality needed to run, play, learn and grow without health-related limitations.

I am a board certified pediatrician and certified in functional medicine by the Institute for Functional Medicine. With over 25 years of private practice experience, I combine conventional medicine with genetic and evidence-based, integrative medicine to create personalized treatment plans.

MEET YOUR physician

What Sets Us Apart

Precision Medicine

We use a variety of advanced tests to better understand what’s really going on beneath the surface of your child’s symptoms. This may include blood work, as well as, tests that evaluate important health markers like: food sensitivities, gut health, hormones, and genetic testing. By putting the pieces together, we can find the root causes and create a care plan that truly supports your child’s health and well-being.

Regular Appointments

The most successful health transformations happen with consistent, ongoing support. Our membership program provides regular appointments, clear guidance on what to expect, and built-in accountability – creating the perfect environment for you to focus on healing and achieving lasting results.

In depth education

Lasting healing happens when families feel truly empowered. Our membership creates this empowerment through comprehensive education – giving parents the understanding, tools, and ongoing support they need to confidently navigate their child's path to wellness.

EXPLORE THE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE APPROACH WITH THIS FREE CLASS

Heal your eczema from the inside out

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YOUR NEXT STEPS

3 Steps To Getting Started

STEP 1

Discovery Call

This phone call with Dr. Adams is perfect for you if you have questions about how your specific case would be approached. Or if you have questions about the practice in general and how it may be different from other experiences you have had.

This step is optional. No direct medical advice is given at this appointment.

STEP 2

Foundational Assessment

Our one-time assessment is the first step in getting to the heart of what’s affecting your child’s health. Before your visit, we’ll order lab work so we can review the results together. During the assessment, you’ll meet with Dr. Adams for a 90-minute consultation, followed by a supportive visit with our dietian. Together, we’ll explore any underlying imbalances that may be contributing to your child’s symptoms, and you’ll leave with a personalized plan that includes lifestyle guidance and supplement recommendations. This assessment is required to begin care at NOLA functional medicine, and it gives families a clear roadmap to start their healing journey.

STEP 3

Ongoing Membership

This is where the deep work occurs. With our 12 month membership, you receive regular appointments with Dr. Adams, as well as our dietitian.

You will feel supported as we peel back the layers to the drivers of your child’s symptoms or disease by utilizing a combination of advanced testing and balancing of the mind, body and spirit.

The membership model is designed to give your family ongoing support, guidance, and consistent communication.

"We highly recommend Dr. Adams and her approach to pediatrics.  My daughter was having significant stomach issues due to constipation, eating issues and stress.  We initially saw 2 different pediatricians for her medical needs. Their recommendation was to use Miralax, which never worked.  

During our first visit with Dr. Adams, it was obvious she was approaching my daughter’s medical issues differently.  First, she took the time to put my daughter at ease.  Dr. Adams took my daughter seriously and made a point to answer all of her questions.  Most importantly, Dr. Adams listened to her." 

S.S.
Our holistic Approach

We work alongside families to find the ‘why’ behind symptoms, creating a clearer path to wellness.

The Functional Medicine model is an individualized, science-based approach that relies on a detailed understanding of each patient’s environmental, biochemical, and lifestyle factors, to create personalized treatment plans. By addressing root cause, rather than symptoms, practitioners may find one condition with many different causes and, likewise, one cause resulting in many different conditions. As a result, Functional Medicine treatment targets the specific manifestations of disease in each individual.

“Even after following every conventional recommendation—steroids, gluten-free, low FODMAP—I still struggled. Dr. Adams’ holistic, personalized approach made all the difference. Her supplement and lifestyle plan healed issues that traditional methods never touched, and my quality of life has dramatically improved.”

L.I.