Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Partner in Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Solutions
Move Forward Natural Health is a naturopathic and functional medicine practice dedicated to addressing the root causes of health concerns through personalized, science-backed solutions. Our approach combines modern medical insights with holistic therapies, focusing on gut health, detoxification, hormonal balance, and chronic condition management. With over a decade of clinical experience, we utilize advanced functional lab testing to create tailored treatment plans that optimize wellness. Our services include comprehensive health assessments, targeted nutritional interventions, and lifestyle counseling designed to enhance energy, cognitive function, and overall vitality.We serve individuals seeking alternatives to conventional symptom-focused care, offering both in-office and telehealth consultations. Our commitment to patient education empowers clients to make informed decisions about their health journey while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards and ethical medical practices.
Services
Functional Labs
Gut Health
Detoxification
Hormone Testing
Chronic Fatigue Support
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized functional medicine treatment plans based on advanced lab testing
- Our approach combines naturopathic principles with evidence-based scientific methodologies
- Specialized expertise in gut-brain axis optimization and neurodevelopmental health
- Comprehensive detoxification protocols addressing environmental toxin exposure
- Board-certified naturopathic doctor with 10+ years of clinical experience
What people say
Exceptional practice
Down to earth guy
Instrumental in teaching about inflammation
Resolved brain fog
Improved quality of life
Services
Functional Labs
Our comprehensive functional lab testing analyzes over 90 biomarkers through blood, urine, and stool samples. These tests assess metabolic health, hormonal balance, gut microbiome composition, and toxic burden. By identifying root causes of chronic conditions, we create targeted treatment plans that address specific biochemical imbalances and support long-term wellness.
Gut Health
Specialized gut health programs address leaky gut syndrome, dysbiosis, and food sensitivities through targeted nutritional interventions. Our protocols combine dietary modifications with specific supplements to restore intestinal barrier function, optimize nutrient absorption, and improve immune system regulation. This approach often alleviates associated symptoms like brain fog and chronic fatigue.
Detoxification
Our detoxification programs address heavy metal toxicity and environmental chemical exposure using evidence-based protocols. Through specialized testing and targeted nutritional support, we help the body eliminate accumulated toxins that contribute to chronic health issues. This process often improves energy levels, cognitive function, and overall metabolic efficiency.
Hormone Testing
Advanced hormone testing evaluates sex hormones, thyroid function, and adrenal health through comprehensive urine and blood analysis. We identify imbalances contributing to fatigue, weight issues, and mood disorders, then implement personalized interventions to restore optimal hormonal communication and metabolic regulation.
Autoimmune Support
Our autoimmune support programs combine functional lab testing with targeted nutritional therapy to address immune system dysregulation. By identifying specific triggers and implementing gut-healing protocols, we help reduce chronic inflammation and improve quality of life for patients with autoimmune conditions.
People
Dr. Ryan Kneessi
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Ryan Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor with over 10 years of clinical experience. He graduated from National University of Health Sciences in 2013 after earning a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. Specializing in functional medicine, he focuses on gut health, chronic fatigue, and neurodevelopmental conditions. His approach combines advanced lab testing with personalized treatment plans to address root causes of health issues.
Questions
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in treating chronic fatigue, autoimmune conditions, gut health issues, hormonal imbalances, and neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not contract with insurance providers, but we provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Lab tests often have better insurance coverage than naturopathic visits.
What types of lab testing do you offer?
We offer comprehensive functional labs including gut microbiome analysis, hormone testing, heavy metal screening, and autoimmune markers through specialized lab partners.
Are virtual consultations available?
Yes, we offer both in-office appointments at our Odenton location and online telehealth consultations via Zoom for patient convenience.
What makes your approach different from conventional medicine?
Our functional medicine approach focuses on identifying and addressing root causes of health issues rather than just managing symptoms through lab testing and personalized treatment plans.
