Margaret Bialas MD

My Personal Experience

The training as a medical doctor and experience as a board-certified emergency physician over the last 20 years have profoundly shaped my perspective on patient care. While practicing emergency medicine, I have encountered patients during the most critical and vulnerable moments of their lives. These acute medical events are often the culmination of chronic conditions that have silently progressed over time.

Witnessing those moments has deeply influenced my desire to move beyond treating patients in moments of crisis to helping them achieve optimal health before such emergencies arise. This realization, combined with the challenges in managing my own health, have prompted me to explore more holistic, innovative and comprehensive approaches to medical care.

My undergraduate degree in molecular biology and biochemistry provided me with a foundational background that shaped my transition from emergency medicine to the fields of lifestyle and functional medicine.

The intricate correlation of physiological, genetic and biochemical pathways cultivated through these disciplines illuminated the interconnectedness that is foundational to root-cause systems biology approach to disease and health optimization. Integrating these disciplines enables me to support my patients' health with holistic, personalized, evidence-based and precise recommendations.

I envision my patient’s journey in the quest for their optimal health as a partnership. I will provide my expertise in lifestyle and functional medicine to serve as a guide, help them understand the underlying causes of health challenges, and provide clear, evidence-based interventions with actionable strategies tailored to their individual needs.

The power to change their health will be in their hands. My role will be to help harness that power effectively and adjust the plan as needed, offering support and accountability at each step.