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PracticeUP makes it easy to stay informed on the latest science in functional medicine

Get monthly educational content right in your inbox. Debunk medical myths and misconceptions in functional medicine. Effortlessly stay updated about the latest medical research, what it means, and why it matters. 

Know your stuff

Stay up to date with new developments in medical science and changing best practices without spending hours reading research papers. We keep current with the latest scientific literature, so you don’t have to. 

Gain clinical confidence

Learn how to cut through the noise and differentiate the medical myths, supplement fads, trending diets and detoxes, “viral” therapies, and conflicting advice, from effective treatment protocols founded on unbiased, rigorous medical science.

Be a better practitioner

Earn your patients’ trust with your in-depth knowledge and evidence-based approach to functional medicine. Bridge the gap between research and practice and improve patient outcomes through protocols and lifestyle interventions that actually work.
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Why do I need PracticeUP?

Do you struggle to keep up with all the latest medical science and research? 

Do you need help making sense of the practical implications of new medical research and how it fits into the established literature? 

Do you know which research to believe when different studies report different findings?

Functional medicine is a complex (and often confusing) field.

With all the rapidly-changing information and sometimes conflicting advice available, it can be difficult to keep track of what’s fact and what’s fiction. 

Maybe you’ve joined healthcare groups on Facebook or LinkedIn in the hopes of finding community and learning from other healthcare professionals, only to find that the content that gets posted tends to be spammy and low-value. 
Maybe you’ve attended industry conferences and spent countless hours reading research papers to make sense of the mess of information and misinformation proliferated across all corners of the internet. 
As a healthcare professional, your time is valuable. Staying informed on all the latest research in functional medicine and nutritional science can feel like a full-time job, but it doesn’t have to.

With PracticeUP, you get only the most relevant and clinically applicable information, delivered to your inbox once a month. 

It’s analyzed, curated and presented in an easily digestible format. 

PracticeUP is a valuable educational resource for anyone in the functional medicine field who wants to grow their career but feels overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of information available.

Whether you’re a functional medicine doctor, a nurse practitioner, naturopathic doctor, nutrition specialist, fitness professional, health coach, or any other healthcare professional seeking to increase your clinical knowledge and confidence, PracticeUP may be exactly what you’ve been searching for.

"Not only is the information incredible, but the cost is an absolute steal! The depth and quality of the content Drs. Julie and Bryan Walsh provide is unlike anything else out there."

Jeremiah Farias, CNS

"Other subscriptions simply summarize the information, you do so much more; the distillation, cross-referencing and insights you generate are on another level. I know this is going to make me a better practitioner for my clients."

Sally Courtney, Nutritionist

“This is excellent information! I'm so excited to begin using this with patients.”

Jordan Smith, CNS

"This was incredible and such a deep dive...WOW! Thank you for the clinical nuggets and taking the time to review the physiology." 

Linda Mench, Nutritionist

How does PracticeUP work?

As a PracticeUP subscriber, you’ll receive new educational content from Dr. Bryan Walsh and Dr. Julie Walsh in your inbox every month, keeping you informed of the latest functional medicine best practices. 

You’ll have access to each piece of educational material for one month, giving you plenty of time to engage with, absorb, and implement the information to unlock your full potential.

Stay up to date with monthly functional medicine insights based on the latest medical research. 
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Here's what you get

New content delivered monthly

Gain confidence in your clinical decision-making and grow in your ability to read, understand, and apply research with monthly new content. You’ll also sharpen your ability to easily identify which supplements, lab tests, and information offer real value.

Nutritional science resources

Learn how to identify, evaluate, and address nutrient deficiencies and imbalances that are negatively impacting your cases.

Testing and evaluation strategies

With the ever-increasing options of available lab tests, it's getting harder to make the best decisions for our clients. We teach you which tests to run, which labs to trust, and how to interpret the results.

Physiological mechanisms

While the physiology behind symptoms is important, it can be overwhelming and difficult to understand. We provide just enough detail so you can confidently make informed clinical decisions without feeling overwhelmed.

Supplement recommendations

Learn to provide targeted supplementation strategies and avoid the pitfalls of generic protocols.

What are you waiting for?

 Elevate your clinical practice with PracticeUP

Our bundle includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life.

Bonus!

Members-only discounts on Metabolic Fitness courses

Bonus

Earn continuing education units (CEUs) as a CNS

Total value = $297/month  

Now just $49/month

What makes the content in PracticeUP so valuable?

We do meticulous research, analyze the latest evidence, draw our own conclusions, and offer only the most relevant insights to help you help your patients.
  • We're bias-free
    Our only goal is to discover the best, most accurate information out there and when we find it, pass it along to you.
  • We're up to date
    We scour the latest scientific literature daily, listen to the conversations researchers are having, and deliver those fresh insights to you. 

  • We're complete

    We ground your understanding in the necessary physiology so you can fully master what is being taught, without question.

  • We give strategies, not tactics

    Trying to memorize lists of protocols and tactics limits your success. Instead, we provide you with easy-to-implement strategies to accommodate personalized healthcare.

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Get a subscription to PracticeUP for free

If you want access to PracticeUP, 100+ hours of course content, exclusive mentorship from Drs. Bryan and Julie Walsh, business coaching, and access to a thriving community of like-minded functional medicine practitioners, sign up for the Clinician’s Code Foundation Professional Certificate.

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You get so much more than just content...

It's our most comprehensive online training program in functional medicine.
Each month you get everything you need to turn what you learn into your patient success stories.

What type of educational content can I expect from my PracticeUP subscription?

Here are some of the functional medicine topics previously covered in our in-depth educational PracticeUP videos:
  • The role of iron in infections
  • Ferritin in iron status
  • What is the optimal serum pH
  • Vitamin D: Could an entire industry be wrong?
  • H. Pylori: When to test and what to do
  • Mindfulness, mind over matter, and how perception impacts physiology and health outcomes
  • The prevalence, clinical identification, and treatment of dormant infections
  • Antioxidants: Why everything we know and say about them is wrong
  • Thiamin: The connection between COVID, POTS, and chronic disease
  • Potassium, protein, and phosphate: Perspectives from the past
  • The role of purpose in well-being, and a quick tip to help your patients find their purpose
  • How to identify hidden iron overload
  • A much-needed update on antioxidant testing and concepts
  • PRAL: Its importance and use in practice
  • SIBO testing: What's wrong and what to do better
  • When (and when not to) give selenium
  • How to address and assess the silent killer of diet-induced metabolic acidosis
  • Thiamin deficiency: Its prevalence, how to identify it, and what to do about it
  • How much protein we actually need and what we need to buffer the acidity
"I have been part of countless membership programs and over twenty 6-month-plus certification courses, and the depth and reliability you deliver is hands down one of the best if not the best that I have ever been a part of. There is so much clinical application in practiceUP, it's unbelievable. Keep it coming, as it is fantastic content, and you are helping us big time.” 
– Travis Zipper, Functional Medicine Practitioner

"The way you think alone is a great sign you are an incredible teacher — not in terms of following you blindly, but to learn with someone who is knowledgeable with incredible critical thinking and wisdom. You are doing an amazing job and I am glad that I have the honor to learn from you. Thank you for this experience."

–  Dominik Kugler, Trainer 

“Most schools, "invite " you to join a practitioner Facebook group. Originally, I thought this sounded like a good idea. However, what happens is advice given out without science-backed studies to prove. No one seems to be monitoring advice. What I learned from you is that validity matters. I love the PracticeUP approach because it does just that.” 

 - Debbie Sweeny, MS, CNC

“Thank you for any thoughts and for always making me think hard about these issues. I love the opportunity to critically examine current best/widely followed practices in order to serve my clients better.”

- Megan Rufael, MS, CNS, LDN

How to get the most out of your PracticeUP subscription

"One idea implemented is better than twenty ideas heard." 
– Dr. Bryan Walsh

Putting aside just 30 to 60 minutes per month to engage with and implement the PracticeUP content can save you months — or years! — of frustration and failed clinical outcomes trying to use inaccurate tests, invalidated supplements, or out-of-date information.
The following step-by-step process will help you not just hear new information but understand, internalize, and apply it in a way that will improve the success of your practice for years to come.

01

Watch the content within 72 hours of when it is released, rewind where needed, and take notes as you go.

02

Mentally process and consider the information. 

Ask yourself:
  • How does this compare with what you've heard elsewhere?
  • How does this compare with what you've seen clinically?
  • Does the information presented make sense physiologically?
  • What research, if any, have you seen on this topic?

03

Re-visit the content if you want, and apply it to a past case from your practice.

04

Implement the information. Add it to your practice and see how it improves your patients, your practice saves you (or them) money or time, or some other benefit

05

Look forward to next month's cutting-edge, practice-changing, evidence-based content!

Staying up-to-date with functional medicine best practices can be difficult. 

PracticeUP makes it easy. 

Every month, you'll get new content to keep you on the cutting edge of functional and nutritional medicine. 

Frequently asked questions

What if I have questions about PracticeUP content?

If you have questions about the functional medicine topic discussed in a PracticeUP video, such as how to apply a new clinical concept in your own practice, how the medical research discussed relates to other scientific evidence, or if want to get advice on a specific medical case, you’ll get all of this and more in our full-scale learning experience, the Clinician’s Code Foundation Professional Certificate. 

For how long do I have access to each PracticeUP video?

We release new content on the 15th of every month. This means you have one month to consume this content before your access expires. For an optimal learning experience, follow our tips on how to get the most out of your PracticeUP subscription, provided above.

Can I share my PracticeUP login with others?

PracticeUP offers a single-user license for one clinician to use in their private practice. This means one clinician can use one subscription for their own practice and the PracticeUP subscription can not be shared. 

Can I earn CEUs or CE credits from PracticeUP?

Yes you can, if you are a certified nutrition specialist (CNS). PracticeUP is accredited by the BCNS Credentials Council. You can earn up to two CEs for each monthly installment of PracticeUP and can submit a CEU request for a maximum of two months of material (the current month and the month prior).

At this time, we do not directly provide continuing education units for other professions. Contact your certifying association to learn if they may grant you CEs for these activities. If approved, we can provide you with a certificate of completion.

How do I earn CEs?

If you are a certified nutrition specialist (CNS) and you would like to earn CEs for completing PracticeUP content, we’ll provide you with a form to complete to demonstrate that you’ve learned the material. Once we’ve reviewed it, we’ll provide you with documentation to submit to the BCNS Credentials Council within five business days. 

If the CE form is submitted requesting more than two months of material or doesn't demonstrate learning and understanding of the content, CEs will not be granted until a new form is resubmitted that follows these guidelines.

At this time, we do not directly provide CEs for other professions. Contact your certifying association to learn if they may grant you CEs for these activities. If approved, we can provide you with a certificate of completion.

How do I cancel my subscription?

We’re sorry to see you go, but if you want to cancel your PracticeUP subscription, simply go to your Account page. From there you'll see your PracticeUP subscription and can cancel it using the Cancel Subscription button.

You may cancel your subscription at any time. After cancellation, you will no longer have access to your PracticeUP content. We suggest you cancel at the end of your pre-paid term so that you get the full value of your membership.

Any courses purchased from Metabolic Fitness are separate from this subscription and are not canceled when your PracticeUP subscription is canceled.

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