Helping Children Thrive
For Parents and Caregivers . . .
Is your child struggling with eczema, asthma, allergies, gastrointestinal disorders, PANS/PANDAS, autism spectrum disorder, behavioral challenges, MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome), POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia), or autoimmunity? Or are you looking for a primary care provider who combines conventional medicine with a functional and integrative approach?
Have you been offered a lot of short-term fixes for your child’s symptoms, but desire long-term solutions?
Are you looking for a provider that is that’s willing to look deeper to discover the root causes?
I’m Julia Zahn, a Functionally trained Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of pediatric experience. I would love to help your child heal and thrive!
With Love,
Julia Zahn APRN CPNP
You’re in the right place if you are looking for . . .
A pediatric provider who takes the time to listen, respects your concerns, and values a collaborative approach
Time to talk through options, not feel rushed, and feel seen as a partner in your child’s care
An ally who empowers you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to make informed health decisions
A personalized approach using functional lab and diagnostic testing
Individualized treatment plans that include nutrition and lifestyle modifications, nutritional supplements, and pharmaceutical treatments (when necessary)— all tailored to your child’s unique health needs
Direct access to communicate with your provider throughout your child’s healing journey
My Approach
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Services
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Primary Care
Well child visits, same day sick visits, and management of chronic conditions using an integrative approach that combines evidence based traditional and functional medicine.
The Gut Reset
Repairing and restoring the microbiome to heal the body from the inside out!
The Brain Reset
Decreasing neuro-inflammation, nourishing the brain, and restoring the brain’s natural ability to heal.
What Parents Are Saying
FAQs
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Functional medicine is a holistic, patient centered approach to healthcare that focuses on addressing the root causes of illness. It emphasizes a systems-based view of the body, considering the interactions between various organs and systems. Functional medicine practitioners seek to understand the underlying factors that contribute to health conditions, such as genetics, lifestyle, diet, and environmental exposures.
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Yes. Sometimes (particularly in acute situations like certain infections) conventional medicine is necessary. I take a “conventional when necessary and alternative/complimentary when possible” approach to treating patients.
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I do not accept insurance. I have chosen to practice outside of the insurance model so that I can offer my patients longer appointment times, integrative and functional treatment options, and healthcare freedom. Patients may still submit a bill to their insurance company for reimbursement. I take cash, check, credit card and HSA. I offer limited fee for service visits, membership, and package options.
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I am able to write prescriptions, order diagnostic testing, and send referrals in addition to the holistic options I offer. I provide primary care as well as specialized functional care for chronic conditions.
Fullscript Store
Would you like access to discounted high quality supplements? Email me at julia@midwestpediatrics.com or submit the Contact Me form.
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About Me
My love of holistic nursing care and integrative medicine came from my mom who raised us on nutritious food and remedies such as garlic, probiotics, and vitamins. My own health journey and my children’s health journeys launched me deeper into the search for root causes and a bigger tool box to find solutions.
I became a BSN, RN, in 2005 and initially worked in pediatric oncology. I became a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 2011. I have sought ways to integrate holistic and alternative approaches throughout my career.
I completed the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs Fellowship with advanced training in complex pediatric chronic health conditions. This training included environmental medicine, neurology, metabolism, gastroenterology, nutrition, immunology, and advanced clinical practice.
I regularly seek out expert mentors, attend conferences, participate in webinars, and read literature to stay up to date with cutting edge research.
Outside of work I love being home with my husband Kirk and my three children. As a family we love to be outdoors, read great books, add to our menagerie of pets, and create things. Our dream is to live on a hobby farm and homestead some day! Most of all we love to follow Jesus.
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