Upstream Functional Medicine

The practice emerged from the owners' personal health journey and has been operating for approximately eight years, serving thousands of clients through a structured, education-rich care model. Upstream positions itself as one of Colorado's leading functional medicine practices, emphasizing science-driven, systems-based care that aims to help clients achieve meaningful health improvements in months rather than years. The practice utilizes a proprietary 'Pioneer Your Health Framework' — a systematic approach to empowering patients to address root causes of dysfunction rather than merely managing symptoms. Care is delivered through workshops, Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions, community events, personalized coaching, and provider oversight. The practice operates on a systems-based, root-cause model, examining how well the body functions across its core systems to identify imbalances before they become larger problems. For nursing professionals, the primary opportunity is a Functional Medicine Provider role open to NPs (as well as PAs, DOs, and MDs). This is a full-time, in-person position with a salary range of $100k–$140k. The role involves guiding clients through lasting health transformations within a purpose-driven, values-centered culture. As a small, owner-operated practice, the environment is likely close-knit and mission-focused, though it may offer fewer structural advancement pathways than a large health system.

Upstream Functional Medicine's mission is to help individuals and families become 'the pioneers of their own health' by facilitating the body's natural ability to heal. The organization's stated vision is to equip and empower people to overcome health challenges so they can fulfill their life's purpose. Core values emphasize being purpose-driven, values-centered, growth-oriented, and passionate about guiding clients toward lasting transformation. The practice believes true health is the foundation for fulfilling one's purpose and aims to create a community culture of healthy living.