FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOCTORS
A personalised and integrated approach to your health and wellbeing.
Our approach
Patient-Centric Approach
Treat Underlying Causes Of Disease
Biochemical Individuality
Preventative Approach
Our doctors
Dr Kamal Karl
MB.BS, FACNEM, FRNZCGP, FNZCAM
Dr Kamal Karl specialises in treating chronic illness with an integrative, personalised and regenerative medicine approach. Dr Karl qualified as a medical graduate in 1978 from India and immigrated to NZ in 1987 with his wife, Avani, who is also a Medical Practitioner.
He has been practising Integrative Medicine for the last 20 years and is passionate about sharing his knowledge to help others. Dr Karl is an invited speaker and educator regularly at conferences in New Zealand and internationally, as well as corporate wellness seminars.
Affiliations include:
- Honorary Senior Lecturer at Auckland University.
- Fellow of the NZ College of General Practitioners
- Fellow of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine
- Co-chairman of New Zealand Society of Integrative Medicine
- Fellow of the Indian Nutritional Medical Association
- Member of the International Hormone Society
- Honorary Member of the International Editorial Board of the journal of ‘Clinical Interventions in Aging.’
- dnalife® (Genetics Testing) Certified Practitioner
Taking into account genetic, lifestyle and environmental influences, a treatment plan is devised. Over the years, using a functional and personalised approach, Dr Karl has helped patients treat the root cause of an array of conditions and illnesses as below:
- Heart health
- Diabetes
- Gastrointestinal issues like IBS , Food allergies
- Autoimmune conditions like Rh Arthritis, Lupus , IBD
- Brain related dysfunction – Parkinsons , Dementia/Alzheimers, ALS
- Skin issues such as Acne, Psoriases, Eczema
- Integrative Medical Weight Management
- Detoxification including Mold, Water-damaged building, Environmental and Heavy Metals
- Hormonal Health for both Men & Women
- Cancer Prevention and Support
Dr Avani Karl
MB.BS, FRNZCGP
After 30 years in General Practice, Dr Avani Karl has assimilated her experience and transitioned to Functional Medicine for the past five years. With a focus in treating chronic illness with a special interest on women’s and children’s health, you can be assured of an integrative and personalised approach.
Affiliations include:
- Fellow & Board Member (Auckland Faculty) of Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners
- Member of the International Hormone Society
The treatment assesses the whole person and aims to treat the root cause of illnesses like:
- Obesity
- Fatty liver
- Menstrual problems
- Polycystic ovarian disease
- Endometriosis
- Menopause
- Perimenopause
- Breast Health
- Pre-pregnancy counseling
- Children’s issues such as Asthma and Eczema
- Stress, anxiety, depression
UNDERSTANDING YOU, NOT THE DISEASE
Prior to any appointments, we will ask you to fill out a questionnaire. This includes specific detailed information about your medical problems – when your problems started, circumstances surrounding the onset, possible genetic predispositions, lifestyle and environmental factors. Please take the time to fill this form out as this is the first piece of your health puzzle and can help guide us towards the root cause(s) of your problems.
REFINEMENT THROUGH PERSONALISATION
Over subsequent visits (which are usually about 30 minutes), your lab results will be reviewed and an individualised treatment plan will be suggested. Your progress will be regularly monitored and your health journey will be tailored and refined further to promote optimal wellbeing.
Dr Karl’s mission is to help you optimise your health and take personal control over your wellbeing using a functional, preventative approach whenever possible and to support you throughout this exciting journey.
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT
During this initial 90 minute appointment, we find out more about you, your health, and family history to build your in-depth health profile that lays the foundation for a comprehensive assessment.
This extensive discussion allows us to identify patterns that could indicate underlying health issues not previously addressed. With this information, we tailor a personalized treatment plan focused on prevention, healing, and maintaining long-term health
CONSULTATION & RECOMMENDATIONS
Typically your treatment will start with a comprehensive holistic diagnosis of your total level of health. Taking into account your health needs and personal goals, we design a customised programme just for you. Treatments are designed to enhance your diet, environment, physical activity, stress levels, relationships and your body’s systems of detoxification and repair.
New Patients
Dr Kamal Karl- Approximately 90 minutes
- Fee: $795
- Initial $250 (non-refundable deposit) is payable at the time of booking once an appointment is confirmed.
- If the first appointment is scheduled to be a virtual/phone consultation, the full initial consult fee will need to be paid prior to the appointment.
New Patients
Dr Avani Karl- Approximately 90 minutes
- Fee: $695
- Initial $250 (non-refundable deposit) is payable at the time of booking once an appointment is confirmed.
- If the first appointment is scheduled to be a virtual/phone consultation, the full initial consult fee will need to be paid prior to the appointment.
Existing Patients
Drs Kamal and Avani Karl- Usually 30-60 minutes
- Fee: $295 – $500
- We recommend follow up consults as needed
- Cost is between $295-$500 depending on the time and complexity of the health issues.
Additional information regarding fees
- All fees are expected to be paid is full on the day of consultation unless determined by prior arrangement.
- Please note the above fees apply to residents living in NZ and Pacific Islands. Overseas patients from outside these regions may attract different costs.
- Children under 12 years may be charged a reduced fee.
- Specialised lab testing (either in New Zealand or overseas) usually attracts extra fees, but routine tests are funded and free under the current New Zealand health policy.
- Please note, missed appointments and any change or cancellation requested within 48 hours will incur the full cost of consultation.
Disclosure
Dr Karl may receive speaker fees and/or travel costs from industry or institutions when asked to speak on issues related to integrative health, functional medicine and anti-ageing medicine.
Dr Karl is Medical Advisor with a financial interest in Functional and Integrative Medicine Limited (FxMed), a distributor of leading high-quality supplements and functional testing.
Request an Appointment/Contact us
Contact Details
Email Address
info@fmdr.co.nz
Phone
(09) 8695578
Address
Street address provided at time of booking
Parking
Ample parking is available