About us

Functional medicine accounts for the many convening factors that affect one’s state of health: physical, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental. 

Our story

Located in Wellington, New Zealand, our clinic was established in February 2020 and is led by Dr. Carmen Barnes, a highly experienced physician with over 10 years of expertise in general practice and Functional Medicine.

Dr. Barnes initially trained as a General Practitioner in the United States and has since completed a Fellowship in Functional and Integrative Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).

She is certified to practice medicine in New Zealand through the Medical Council’s general practice pathway. Dr. Barnes’ interest in Functional Medicine developed after completing her general practice training, sparking a passion for a holistic approach to healthcare.

With experience in a variety of clinical settings, including Accident & Emergency, hospital care, and private practice, Dr. Barnes has also pursued extensive training in Functional and Environmental Medicine. Her areas of focus include autoimmune diseases, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and women’s health