Whole Health & Natural Medicine

Fostering Holistic Health and Community Well-Being


Avant Wellness, located in the heart of Chicago, is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through Whole Health and Natural Medicine. Led by Dr. Kathryn Gies, our clinic embraces a patient-centered approach, utilizing the principles of functional medicine to identify and address the root causes of health issues. We offer a range of personalized services, including natural medicine, women's and men's health, and comprehensive wellness plans, all aimed at promoting holistic health. Our commitment lies in fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where each patient's unique health journey is respected and nurtured.

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Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Wellness

Our collaborative patient experience is designed to create a mutual understanding for each person’s unique health journey. We practice a modern approach to health and wellness, informed by the ancient roots of medicine and informed by the evidence-based progress of Functional Medicine. We believe in accessibility to care for all who wish to advance their whole health through natural medicine.

Collaborative Progress for Inclusive Wellness

Avant Wellness envisions a future in which individual, family, and community health outcomes are the result of more progressive and effective treatment for all. We look forward to partnering with patients and healthcare professionals who share this vision and who work hard every day to advance health and wellness toward a bright future for all.

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Functional Medicine 

A systems biology-based approach to health and healing that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease.


Each symptom or differential diagnosis may be one of many contributing to an individual’s illness. The practice of Functional Medicine focuses on supporting optimal functioning of the body and its organs, usually involving systems of holistic or alternative medicine.

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