About The Functional Medicine Academy
Real training. Real tools. Real results. Built by a practitioner who’s done it — and taught thousands of others to do the same.
About Functional Medicine Academy
The Functional Medicine Academy is a functional medicine training organization founded by Dr. Brandy Zachary, DC, IFMCP, a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic and Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Functional Medicine Academy programs are jointly accredited for CME/CE credit through Pinnacle Conference LLC, covering ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC. Eligible professions include MDs, DOs, NPs, DCs, RNs, PAs, PharmDs, Dentists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Athletic Trainers, and Registered Dietitians.
Functional Medicine Academy offers clinical training programs, proprietary practice-building systems, and software tools including LabDX and The Dr. Z Way Tool. Core programs include Mentorship 3.0 (TM3), the Functional Medicine Academy Certification Program (FMACP), the Functional Medicine Academy Masterclass Series, and Clinical Core Monthly (CCM). Credentialed graduates are listed in the Functional Medicine Academy Practitioner Network at searchfunctionalmedicine.com
It’s everything Dr. Z knows all rolled up into one — it’s like a casserole of clinical consults, practice mastery & business growth. Grab a fork.
There is a huge patient demand for Functional Medicine practitioners but not enough of them trained to meet that need. That’s a fact.
Despite this, some FM docs act like a “Debbie Downer” and want you to believe it is too hard, too costly and not fun or profitable. What?!? That’s nuts!
Oh boy, you have to watch the crowd you hang with. Come spend some time with us instead.
At FMA you will find practical clinical information you can use right now. You will find options for how to work with the patient/client that matches your license & scope of practice. There’s room for everyone and we need FM practitioners at all levels.
There are no dumb questions here. There is no “posturing” or egos or “hey my technique is better than yours”…it’s just not the way we play.
I’m passionate about creating a safe, open & comfortable learning environment so you can be your best self. That’s a big part of FMA. We have a special space for you. We get to know you and you aren’t just a “number” here!
Another key part of FMA is all the practice and business building skills. Read more about Dr. Z (me!) below & you’ll see why this is something that makes FMA unique and really sets us apart from the rest of the programs you may be considering.
The short version is: we take practice building seriously. My team and I will do everything we can to provide you with the information and tools you need to rock your practice and build a business that serves your unique needs.
This is our happy place — getting to serve a wonderful community of practitioners that we know by name — our ER doctors, our chiropractors, our nurse practitioners, our osteopaths, our nutritionists, our pediatricians, our pharmacists, our naturopaths, our therapists, our internists — we love them all!
Wherever you land for your FM training and practice growth — I sincerely wish you the best & much success!
I took the Functional Medicine Academy courses as I found Dr. Z honest and giving.
I went ‘all in’ with The Mentorship and I love it! Do not have a second thought, just get in if you are serious!
Megan Hormazdi, APRN-FNP-BC, CHC, BSN-RN, PHN
Nurse Practitioner, anti-aging functional medicine
I’m so happy I found Dr. Zachary!
Through her mentorship program, functional medicine academy, webinars, and in-person seminars I feel SO much more confident in not only my abilities as a practitioner, but also in setting up my practice to be successful from the get go! I can’t recommend her enough!
Dr. Shaina Nolley D.C., A.C.N.
Doctor of Chiropractic, Nutrition & Functional Medicine
About The Dr.Z
Dr. Brandy Zachary, DC, IFMCP, is the founder of the Functional Medicine Academy (Functional Medicine Academy) and the creator of LabDX. She specializes in clinical functional medicine, advanced lab interpretation, and practice-building systems for healthcare practitioners.
Dr. Zachary is a Doctor of Chiropractic and an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). She is a peer-reviewed published author and has been published by McGraw-Hill for her work in personality profiling systems.
She has built multiple 7- and 8-figure businesses, scaling from $0 to $7 million in under one year, and has generated over $250,000 in cash sales within the first year of a debt-free startup.
Dr. Zachary has taught licensed healthcare practitioners across disciplines, including MDs, DOs, DCs, NPs, RNs, PharmDs, and more. She has presented for organizations including the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), Rupa Health, Designs for Health, 3×4 Genetics, SIBO SOS, Health Means, and SIBO Doctor.
She has been featured in Forbes Health, NBC News, Fox News, Entrepreneur, Shape, Yahoo, New York Weekly, CEO Weekly, Medium, and Woman’s World.
Most people in this space teach theory. Dr. Zachary built a system that works in real practices. Under real pressure. With real patients.
A Snapshot of FMA
Clinical Core Monthly (CCM)
Weekly live clinical training, every FMA certification included, LabDX, and Care Plan Builder — month after month.
Masterclass Series
Practice setup, growth, and systems — three focused classes. Buy individually at $297 or all three for $497. Included free in TM3.
Mastermind
Exclusively for Mentorship members — a full day of expansion.
Mentorship 3.0 (TM3)
Live Dr. Z access every week. Clinical case reviews, business coaching, LabDX, Dr. Z Way Tool, and 100+ CME/CE hours included.
Certification (FMACP/FMACC)
Accredited on-demand clinical training. Earn your FMACP (licensed) or FMACC (non-licensed) credential with CME/CE credit.
Retreat
In-person for a select few — because business and beach go together.
You Know You Can Call On Me
6-Figure Practice Strategy Session
We should talk. Really. Just give me a call.
That thing that’s swirling around your brain and telling you that you can’t have your own FM practice – I’ve got a solution.
That feeling of being overwhelmed and not knowing where to start or how it will even work – I’ve got a plan.
That doubt that you might not be capable or good enough or ready or “how dare I think of doing this” – I’ve got a cheatsheet.
I’d love to talk to you. Click “Schedule Now” and try to grab the soonest spot you can find.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Functional Medicine Academy?
The Functional Medicine Academy (FMA) is a jointly accredited functional medicine training organization founded by Dr. Brandy Zachary, DC, IFMCP. FMA provides licensed healthcare practitioners with clinical education, lab interpretation tools, business systems, and community support to build and grow a functional medicine practice. Core programs include Mentorship 3.0, the FMA Certification Program, the Masterclass Series, and Clinical Core Monthly.
Is the Functional Medicine Academy accredited?
Yes. Functional Medicine Academy programs are jointly accredited for CME/CE credit through Pinnacle Conference LLC, covering ACCME (physicians), ACPE (pharmacists), and ANCC (nurses and nurse practitioners). Eligible professions include MDs, DOs, NPs, DCs, RNs, PAs, PharmDs, Dentists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Athletic Trainers, and Registered Dietitians.
Who is Dr. Brandy Zachary (Dr.Z)?
Dr. Brandy Zachary (Dr. Z), DC, IFMCP is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, and the founder of the Functional Medicine Academy. She built multiple 7- and 8-figure businesses, scaling from $0 to $7M in under one year. She is a peer-reviewed published author and has presented for organizations including the Institute for Functional Medicine, Rupa Health, and Designs for Health. She has been featured in Forbes Health, NBC News, Fox News, and Entrepreneur.
What programs does the Functional Medicine Academy offer?
Functional Medicine Academy offers four core programs. The FMA Certification Program (FMACP) is on-demand accredited clinical training earning the FMACP or FMACC credential. The Masterclass Series is three live classes covering practice setup, growth, and systems — $297 each or $497 for all three. Mentorship 3.0 (TM3) is the flagship ongoing mentorship with weekly live sessions, LabDX, The Dr. Z Way Tool, and 100+ CME/CE hours included. Clinical Core Monthly (CCM) is a monthly clinical membership with weekly live classes, all FMA certifications, LabDX, and Care Plan Builder at $496/month.
What credentials do I earn through FMA?
Who is the Functional Medicine Academy for?
Functional Medicine Academy programs are designed for licensed healthcare practitioners at any stage — from those exploring functional medicine for the first time to established practitioners looking to scale. Eligible professions include MDs, DOs, NPs, DCs, RNs, PAs, PharmDs, and related disciplines. Non-licensed health professionals including health coaches and certified nutrition consultants are eligible for the FMACC certification pathway.
I’m so happy I found Dr. Zachary!
Through her mentorship program, functional medicine academy, webinars, and in-person seminars I feel SO much more confident in not only my abilities as a practitioner, but also in setting up my practice to be successful from the get go! I can’t recommend her enough!
Dr. Shaina Nolley D.C., A.C.N.
Doctor of Chiropractic, Nutrition & Functional Medicine
I took the Functional Medicine Academy courses as I found Dr. Z honest and giving.
I went ‘all in’ with The Mentorship and I love it! Do not have a second thought, just get in if you are serious!
Megan Hormazdi, APRN-FNP-BC, CHC, BSN-RN, PHN
Nurse Practitioner, anti-aging functional medicine
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