Position:
Physician and Founder/CEO
Certifications:
Education:
Undergraduate Education
Medical Education
Residency
Dr. Franklin is the only physician in the state of Georgia who is triple-certified in functional medicine, lifestyle medicine and pediatrics. Her conventional medical training and board certification in pediatrics combined with her functional medicine expertise delivers a unique and holistic approach to treat adults, children and teens with complex conditions and keeps them healthy with preventative and lifestyle care. She takes a patient-centered, science-based approach to treating and preventing chronic disease that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness for adults and children. She has extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions and creating personalized care plans for each patient. Dr. Franklin integrates her knowledge of functional medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications to help patients restore balance, improve well-being, and achieve lasting health. Her deep and personal commitment to helping people live full, healthy and long lives inspired her to start Illuminate Functional and Lifestyle Medicine and is reflected in everything she does.
Dr. Franklin believes in staying at the forefront of integrative and functional medicine to provide the best care for their patients. She has completed extensive training in:
• Advanced Functional Medicine Practices:
– Medical Academy of Pediatric & Special Needs (MAPS) annual conference
(Sept 2024)
– The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Pediatric Immune Health Summit (Oct 2023)
– The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Pediatric Brain Health Summit (Sept 2022)
– The Forum for Integrative Medicine Annual Conference (Mar 2022)
-The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Symposium (Feb 2022)
– Walsh Research Institute: Mastering Brain Chemistry (Mar 2021)
• Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine
– Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Course (30 hours, American College of Lifestyle Medicine) with board exam and case presentation (Apr-Dec 2022)
– Plant-based Prevention of Disease annual conference (Oct 2022)
“Health is not merely the absence of illness; it’s the radiant glow of vitality we must cultivate through thoughtful choices each and every day”
Patients who work with Dr. Franklin appreciate her attentive, thoughtful approach and her dedication to creating individualized care plans that work and believes that a balanced lifestyle is key to achieving optimal health. She has earned a reputation for being relatable, compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable, and is known for going the extra mile to ensure each patient feels supported on their health journey.
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