Uncovering Root Causes for Lasting Wellness

Melissa Rose

Melissa Rose, AFMP, CHHC, AADP is an Applied Functional Medicine Practitioner specializing in autoimmune disease, complex illness, mystery illness, and rare autoimmune conditions. With over 1000 clients served, Melissa has established herself as a high-level practitioner for advanced autoimmune clients at Sagebrush Wellness. She is also the Founder and CEO of Sagebrush Wellness and Autoimmune Recovery.org. Melissa is a sought-after international speaker, published author, panel facilitator, educator, and practitioner mentor.

She has made notable appearances at the annual CellCore Conference, the Symptom Free MS Summit, and the MS Fitness Challenge. Melissa has been featured on various podcasts including Peeling the Onion, Live Wellthy, and most recently the Thrive Women International Summit and Thrive Woman TedX style Talks! She is the host of the Reimagine Autoimmune Recovery Summit and conducts weekly roundtable discussions and monthly educational webinars.

She has demonstrated her innovation in the wellness space by creating a clinical method to maximize recovery in a shortened period of time, providing innovative custom compounded supplementation to support the recovery journey, and an app specifically designed to optimize the client’s recovery journey and create ownership of that path. Melissa's expertise and dedication have made her a trusted resource in the field of functional medicine.
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As a AFMC Board Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Melissa is a sought-after clinician, speaker and educator. She is skilled in a variety of cutting-edge progressive testing and her entire clinical career has focused on unraveling complex and mystery illness. She provides innovative care, coaching, education and encouragement, throughout their journey. Her goal for each client is sustainable wellness.

“Your diagnosis isn’t your destiny—it’s simply a starting point for a new story of recovery.”

— Melissa Rose, author of Reversing Your Autoimmune Story

FAQs

  • IUnlike traditional medicine that treats symptoms in isolation, we map the interconnections in your body using advanced functional testing and analysis. Each of our practitioners has personally overcome autoimmune conditions, giving us unique insight into your journey. We combine this experience with cutting-edge functional medicine to uncover patterns others miss. Plus, you can order your own labs and access professional-grade supplements directly through us – no gatekeeping.

  • No. We're a fully online functional medicine practice serving clients worldwide. Through our virtual platform, you receive concierge-level care from anywhere. We offer comprehensive lab testing in the US, UK, Canada, and internationally, and our supplement dispensaries ship globally.

  • We understand the frustration of failed treatments. Our approach is different because we:

    • Start with comprehensive functional testing to understand YOUR unique patterns

    • Create custom protocols based on precise data, not guesswork

    • Provide ongoing support and adjustments

    • Work WITH your body's natural healing abilities, not against them Our success comes from this precise, personalized approach that honors your body's wisdom.

  • We use advanced functional testing that goes far beyond standard bloodwork, including:

    • Comprehensive stool analysis to assess gut health

    • Food sensitivity mapping to identify triggers

    • Organic acid testing for metabolic insights

    • Toxicity and mineral analysis

    • Hormone mapping These tests reveal the hidden patterns causing your symptoms, allowing us to create targeted healing protocols.

  • While everyone's journey is unique, most clients begin experiencing shifts within the first month of our 6-month signature program. Some notice immediate improvements in energy and clarity, while deeper healing continues to unfold over time. We focus on sustainable, long-term results rather than quick fixes that don't last.