About
Photogenic Medicine Health Practice
At Phytogenic Medicine, we blend the power of evidence-based science with the art of holistic healing to offer cutting-edge, personalised health and wellness solutions. Our approach revolves around phytotherapies and nutrigenomics, delving deep into the world of plant-based medicine and genetic insights.
Based in the picturesque Blue Mountains of Australia, we operate as an online clinic, bringing our expertise to clients wherever they are. We take a comprehensive, integrative, and holistic approach to healthcare, considering every facet of your well-being. Our methodology combines scientific rigour with the wisdom of traditional plant medicine, rooted in naturopathic principles. Our goal is to create tailored, sustainable, and long-lasting changes in nutrition, healing, wellness, and lifestyle to not only address health issues but also enhance your overall quality of life.
To provide a complete picture of your health, we utilise both functional and general pathology testing. Additionally, we offer advanced assessments such as gut microbiome testing and nutrigenomics DNA testing, which provide a deeper understanding of your unique health profile. Using these insights, we offer personalised nutrigenomic reports and provide guidance on lifestyle and nutrition to help you optimise your well-being.
We believe in collaborative care and are open to working alongside your GP or specialist to ensure a holistic and supportive healthcare experience.
At Phytogenics Medicine, we have a special focus on neurodiversity and mental health. Our integrative therapies, combined with holistic dietary and lifestyle support, aim to enhance the quality of life for all individuals.
Clinical Herbal Medicine
Clinical Herbal Medicine is a holistic approach to healing that goes beyond just addressing symptoms. It's a discipline where practitioners see the patient as a whole, with a deep understanding of both scientific and holistic principles.
In this practice, each individual is treated uniquely, taking into account various aspects of their health and life:
Evaluation of every bodily system and how they interact
Consideration of genetic predispositions
Examination of diet and lifestyle choices
Review of the patient's health and wellbeing history
Assessment of their environmental factors
Understanding of their current health concerns
With a strong foundation of knowledge in evidence-based health sciences such as pathophysiology, anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, nutrition, pharmacology, and pharmacognosy, as well as specialised knowledge in herbal pharmacology, phytotherapies, phytochemistry, and traditional practices, clinical herbalists ensure that their herbal prescriptions are not only traditional but also supported by contemporary scientific evidence.
They understand the ramifications, contraindications, and long-term usage benefits and effects of the herbs they prescribe for their patients.
Our Principal Clinical Practitioner
Tegan Day is a clinical herbalist and holistic naturopathic medicinal practitioner with a Bachelor of Health Science in Herbal Medicine, a Diploma in Health Science, and a Diploma in Human Nutrition. She is also a Practitioner Accredited in Functional Genetic Testing and Clinical Nutrigenomics, Practitioner Accredited in Nutritional Compounding, Certified DNALife Practitioner, and Certified Fitgenes Practitioner.
Tegan focuses on promoting optimal functioning of the physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects of the self. She takes the time to listen to each patient's individual needs and concerns, and she is always striving to learn new and innovative ways to help her patients achieve optimal health and well-being.
Qualifications
Bachelor degree in health science herbal medicine
Diploma in heath science
Diploma in human nutrition
Practitioner accreditation in functional genetic testing and clinical nutrigenomics
Practitioner accreditation in in nutritional compounding
Practitioner Testing Hormone Metabolites and Neurotransmitters: Considerations for Comprehensive Patient Support Cert comp
Assess and Manage Neuroinflammation cert comp
Nutritional Weight Loss Strategies masterclass leave 1 cert comp
Nutritional Weight Loss Strategies masterclass leave 2 cert comp
Testing for Mycotoxin Exposure cert comp
Anxiety, Fear and Resilience: How to Survive & Thrive cert comp
Food Sensitivities, Inflammation, & Intestinal Permeability cert comp
Certified DNALife Practitioner
Certified fitgenes practitioner
Continued Clinical Education
Certificate of Attendance
Navigating neural networks clinical significance of connective nueroplastisity and neuroinflam
Circadian entrainment neurobiology of microbiota sleep and stress
SARS-CoV-2 long terms implications
Brain Changer Strategies Natural Solutions for Brain & Gut Health
Natural Solutions for Mood, Compulsion & Addiction Disorders
Optimising Cognition
Oncology: Supportive Integrative Therapies
Psychobiotics in Clinical Practice
Clinical Diagnostics Part 1: Haematology & Biochemistry
Clinical Diagnostics Part 2: Immunology & Autoimmunity
New Insights on Neuroendocrine Health
Advanced CAM & Pharmaceutical Concomitant Prescribing
Managing Disordered Gut Terrain
Breaking inflammatory cycles
Reliving anxiety seminar
Mitochondrial Therapy
Nutritional Psychiatry in Practice
Stress and Its Impact on Brain Architecture
Complex Disease and Immune Allostasis
Complexities of Pain Management
Disordered Lipid Metabolism
Women’s Health and Hormones
Clinic Detective - Assessing Immunity in Practice
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