Christian Bogner, MD, CFMNP, FACOG

Founder – Bogner Health, LLC

Functional Medicine Education & Counseling

Michigan, USA

17 years ago, my journey into functional and integrative medicine took on a personal dimension when my son was diagnosed with autism. This life-changing moment inspired me to dedicate my career to researching autism, primarily to better understand and help my own child. Over the years, this pursuit led me to deeper investigations into the genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors that play a role in this condition and found it to be a central piece in other health problems, if not most chronic diseases. My commitment to understanding the complexities of autism resulted in my obtaining advanced degrees and certifications to provide more comprehensive and effective care for my patients.

The principles of functional medicine ignited my passion to explore the intricate biochemistry that governs the harmonic coordination between our organ systems. At the core of this complex network lies our DNA—an intelligent genetic code responsible for maintaining homeostasis in our trillions of cells.

Remarkably, our DNA spans twice the diameter of the solar system, coding an intricate system that sustains life.

I passionately submerged myself into the intricate interplay between our DNA, the approximately 39 trillion bacteria in our microbiome, and our environment. I have explored countless other approaches. But this, in my humble opinion, just makes most sense.

My Passion for Functional Medicine

The field of epigenetics has revolutionized our understanding of gene expression. It reveals that while our environment doesn’t alter our DNA directly, but rather modulates its “tone,” influencing how genes express themselves. This modulation is key to unlocking our genetic potential. One of the primary factors in this equation is the delicate balance between a cell’s supply and demand for nutrients and biochemical signals. My approach is to provide the fuel your body needs to optimize both physical and mental health.

We all have genetic variations—some genes naturally work more slowly. While this is part of what makes us unique individuals, these slower genes can become compromised when stressed by inadequate signaling molecules (deficiency) or exposed to harmful chemicals (toxicity). When such genes cannot keep pace with the body’s demands, the result is an imbalance, typically manifesting as inflammation. This imbalance can, in turn, lead to various physical and mental symptoms, such as chronic stress, fatigue and mood disorders. The implications of these imbalances are very profound, touching all aspects of health.

Meditation By Water

Child In Sunlight

I have extensively studied the genetic codes responsible for critical functions such as detoxification, inflammation, methylation, cell repair, and neurotransmitter metabolism. By analyzing genetic variations in relation to a patient’s symptoms and incorporating advanced diagnostic tools like 16S microbiome sequencing, we are able to offer a highly personalized, precision-based approach. This allows us to identify and address key roadblocks, effectively targeting the root causes of health issues to optimize overall well-being.

Root Cause Medicine

 

In recent years, Alex Zaharakis has extensively tested and nurtured the microbiome of individuals. Through 16S sequencing stool testing, we can gain a detailed view of the bacterial populations within the gut, allowing us to better understand how dysbiosis—an imbalance of gut bacteria—directly correlates with negative symptoms and genetic susceptibility. This cutting-edge analysis has transformed many patients’ lives by enabling us to modulate bacterial populations using herbs, prebiotics, probiotics, and other compounds.

By studying the microbiome, we’ve learned that imbalances in gut bacteria are not only influenced by lifestyle and diet but are also exacerbated by genetic detoxification problems. When the body is exposed to environmental toxins and genetic detoxification pathways are compromised, chronic disease can take root. The interaction between these factors leads to a vicious cycle: toxicities cause deficiencies, and deficiencies further impair the body’s ability to detoxify, ultimately leading to stress on our entire biological system—physically, mentally, and biochemically.

At Bogner Health, our approach is comprehensive. We begin by listening intently to our patients, seeking to understand not just their symptoms but the individual behind them. This deep understanding allows us to correlate laboratory findings with the lived experience of the patient, creating a roadmap tailored to their unique genetic and microbiome profile. We offer laboratory test interpretation education for individuals with complex medical conditions such as autoimmune diseases and mental health disorders, helping them take control of their health journey.

Let us be part of your journey to rediscover balance. By addressing the root causes of imbalance—whether through genetic support, microbiome modulation, or detoxification—we aim to unlock your true genetic potential, guiding you step by step toward optimal health.

More About Dr. Bogner

 

Interests

  • Plant Medicine / Nutrition
  • Physical & Mental Health Optimization
  • Weight loss / Anti-Aging / Detoxification
  • Toxicity & Inflammation
  • Anxiety / Depression / Schizophrenia / Dementia / Autism
  • Adrenochrome / DiMethylTryptamine (DMT)
  • Mycotoxins (e.g. DON, OTA, Afla, FUM, ZEN)
  • Immune system
  • Genetic SNP analysis & signaling
  • Neurotransmitter metabolism
  • Endocannabinoids – Terpenes
  • Microbiome Gut Balancing

Credentials

ref: State of Michigan Medical License

Languages

  • English
  • German (fluent)

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