Dr. Brunsvold graduated summa cum laude from Auburn University and cum laude from the UAB School of Medicine. While in her mid 40s, she and her teenage daughter both developed significant issues with fatigue. When their conventional medical work ups were normal, Dr. Brunsvold went on a quest for answers. She discovered functional medicine which looks for the root causes of symptoms and diseases by focusing on lifestyle, environment, and genetic factors, as well as emotional and spiritual contributors to disease.
After addressing her thyroid and adrenal issues with a functional approach, Dr. Brunsvold was faced with even more questions about how to navigate perimenopause and menopause. She worked locally with Dr. James McMinn and Dr. Ashley Tamucci using bioidentical hormone replacement, and she continues her hormone education through A4M and The Menopause Society.
Dr. Brunsvold is now an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner and is passionate about helping other patients find answers. She believes in a patient-centered, personalized approach to medicine where patients are educated to make informed decisions regarding their overall health and wellness.