The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast

Author: Erin Holt

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How To Stand Out as a Functional Medicine Clinician in an “Oversaturated” Market | Ep 399
Episode 399
Tuesday, 24 February, 2026

Everyone says the functional medicine space is “oversaturated.” But what are we actually seeing? And what qualities make up a fantastic clinician?Erin is offering a peek behind the curtain into her most rigorous practitioner hiring process yet, including what consistently showed up in applications, and all the sneaky clinical skill gaps she and Rachel Heintz, MS, RDN see that are holding practitioners back.She shares why nutrition foundations matter (but aren’t enough on their own), what real lab discernment looks like in complex cases, and why immune dysregulation requires a full-bodied approach.If you want to deliver care with more nuance, confidence, and a deeper systems biology lens, this is exactly why the Funk’tional Nutrition Academy (FNA) exists. Open enrollment starts March 1st!In this episode:The biggest clinical skill gaps Erin and Rachel consistently see in practitioner applicationsWhat lab discernment really looks like and how to decide what you need before moving forwardThe role mentorship plays in building confidence and shining a flashlight without punching above your clinical weightWhat happens when you niche too early and grow inside a more unsustainable clinical siloThe clinical support you’ll get inside of FNA, and why you should apply for the spring cohortResources mentioned:Are you a practitioner? Get your exclusive invitation to the FNA Open House.Applications are now open for Funk’tional Nutrition Academy, our 14 month clinical mentorship + training program.4-Day Autoimmune Practitioner Intensive Training Apply to work with us 1:1 here!FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO:https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/399-fna-practitionersCheck out The Funk’tional Nutritionist: Website | InstagramOrganifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK)OneSkin (Use code FUNK for 15% off your first purchase)