Dr. David Bilstrom, Autoimmune Functional Medicine MD
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02/09/2026
Vitamin D isn’t just a vitamin, it’s essential for:
👉 Regulating the immune system
👉 Supporting mood and brain health
👉 Reducing autoimmune inflammation
👉 Improving calcium absorption and bone strength
Many people are dangerously deficient, especially in the winter months.
This is one of the most important supplements I recommend to almost every patient and it’s dosed precisely for therapeutic benefit (5,000 IU per capsule + K2).
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02/05/2026
If you’ve been told your symptoms are “just hormones,” but no one has explained why, you’re not alone.
Estrogen dominance is one of the most common patterns I see in women with autoimmune disease, thyroid issues, fatigue, and anxiety. And most women are never tested properly.
This isn’t about suppressing symptoms. It’s about restoring balance so your immune system can calm down and heal.
Inside my Concierge Program, we test, interpret, and fix this step by step.
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02/03/2026
pH Structured Silver works with your body without killing off beneficial bacteria or contributing to resistance.
It’s a staple for many of my Concierge patients, especially those dealing with autoimmune flares, recurring infections, or long-term inflammation.
My pH Structured Silver Solution is designed for:
👉 Targeted immune support
👉 Calming chronic infections (sinus, gut, urinary, skin)
👉 Promoting microbial balance without disrupting the microbiome
👉 Reducing inflammation naturally
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01/28/2026
Just because January is wrapping up doesn’t mean your chance to prioritize your health is over.
This year, let’s move beyond surface-level resolutions and focus on root-level healing, starting from the inside out.
If you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, gut issues, or autoimmune flares… your body isn’t broken. It’s communicating. You just need a provider who knows how to listen and what to do next.
My Concierge Program is built for that. You’ll work 1:1 with me and my team to get clear answers, a step-by-step plan, and ongoing support that actually changes the trajectory of your health.
This is your year to reverse. To restore. To thrive.
Vitamin D receptors are one of the most central mechanisms involved in chronic disease and they’re most concentrated in the gut.
Just like insulin receptors, they can become resistant, setting off a cascade of inflammation, microbiome disruption, and immune dysfunction.When that happens, the gut lining produces pro-inflammatory cytokines and stops making the proteins that keep harmful bacteria in check.
But when you restore Vitamin D receptor sensitivity, everything changes. Inflammation drops, antimicrobial peptides return, and the gut starts protecting you again.
That’s why I created the Foundational Triad #1: Vitamin D3, Probiotic, and Butyrate, a 3-month protocol to support healing from the inside out.
Start with the foundations. Your body knows what to do next.
A lot of people come to me after feeling dismissed for years.
They’ve been told “everything looks normal.” Or worse “it’s all in your head.”
You deserve to work with someone who takes your symptoms seriously and gives you a real plan to heal.
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01/19/2026
If your cortisol is off, your immune system can't balance. That means…
👉 You can’t start reversing autoimmune disease
👉 You can’t reduce inflammation
👉 You definitely won’t feel like yourself
In conventional medicine, cortisol is rarely tested correctly, if at all. In functional medicine, it’s a cornerstone.
If you’re ready for healing that listens, my concierge program is exactly what you’re looking for.
Enrollment opportunities for January are extremely limited, reach out now before I’m fully booked.
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01/17/2026
Healing takes time, but the right guidance makes all the difference.
Shon and I have been working together for years. His progress didn’t come from guesswork. It came from strategy, testing, understanding the why behind every symptom, and building a plan that actually works.
This is what happens when you treat the root cause.
If you're looking for a long-term solution, not another short-term fix, let’s talk.
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01/12/2026
You don’t need another year of symptoms. You need a strategy.
Most people with autoimmune disease are told to “just live with it.” or wait until it gets worse for more testing.
But there’s a better path and that’s what I guide patients through inside my Concierge Program.
If you’ve been dealing with:
👉 Chronic fatigue
👉 Brain fog
👉 Bloating or food sensitivities
👉 Hashimoto’s, lupus, RA, or any autoimmune condition
…this is the year we stop guessing and start reversing.
Enrollment opportunities for January are extremely limited, reach out now before I’m fully booked.
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01/09/2026
What if one conversation could spark the change in your health trajectory?
When patients finally feel seen, and truly understand what’s going on inside their body, they get their power back. That’s the foundation of functional medicine, clarity, compassion, and a clear roadmap to reversal.
Ready to take that leap?
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01/01/2026
You’ve heard people say “autoimmune disease is reversible.” But what does that actually mean in practice?
Let me show you.
In the Autoimmune PARADIGM Experts Program, I teach you exactly how to:
✔ Run the right labs (saliva, stool, antibodies, and more)
✔ Interpret them with confidence
✔ Build step-by-step protocols
✔ Support patients as they come off meds (the right way)
You’ll see how we’ve helped real patients reverse conditions using Functional Medicine fundamentals.
This is the future of chronic disease care and you have what it takes to be on the front lines!
Functional Medicine isn’t just about treating symptoms, it’s about solving why your body is out of balance in the first place.
Too many people spend years bouncing from specialist to specialist, take more medications but feel worse, and are told “everything looks normal” even when they’re suffering daily.
That’s where the Functional Medicine approach shines.
✔ Root cause testing
✔ Immune and gut repair
✔ Nervous system & lifestyle reset
✔ Evidence-based protocols that work
Your healing journey is personal and you deserve a practitioner who’s just as invested in your progress as you are.
Ready to move beyond symptom management and toward lasting healing? Get started with one-on-one healthcare with my new concierge practice.
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Approximately 50 million Americans have autoimmune disease, according to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association. More than 80 different conditions—including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, multiple sclerosis, Graves’ disease, and Hashimoto’s disease—fall under this umbrella, and some have similar symptoms.
While these diseases are generally viewed as separate conditions by other Immunologists and Autoimmune specialists, they share common causes. As the body’s primary defense against disease and infection, the immune system is integrally connected to all other biological systems. As a result, cross-reaction can wreak havoc throughout the body, causing chronic systemic inflammation (CSI). This condition further exhausts the immune system and leads to greater dysfunction.
Rather than classifying a patient’s symptoms as fitting a specific condition, we strive to identify the underlying causes of inflammation and autoimmunity. This deeper perspective acknowledges the interconnected causes of diseases, as well as the body’s ability to return to wholeness. By treating these fundamental issues, we relieve patients’ suffering and allow them to experience long-term healing.
David J. Bilstrom, MD, is the Director of the International Autoimmune Institute & Bingham Memorial Center for Functional Medicine. For 25+ years, Dr. Bilstrom has been a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. He was an attending physician at a number of Chicago-area hospitals, served in private practice, and practiced at rehabilitation institutes throughout the United States.
As the Director of the Bingham Memorial Center for Functional Medicine and the International Autoimmune Institute in Blackfoot, Idaho, Dr. Bilstrom works closely with experts in a number of medical specialties to evaluate, diagnose and treat chronic and autoimmune diseases. Taking the mind, body, and spirit into consideration, he understands firsthand the benefits integrated medicine can provide to patients.
Dr. Bilstrom is quadruple board certified in Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Medical Acupuncture. He attended medical school at the University of Illinois in Rockford, Illinois, and completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, Colorado. He initially sub-specialized in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation, serving as Associate Director of the Spinal Cord Injury program at Charlotte Institute of Rehabilitation in North Carolina. Dr. Bilstrom has extensive experience in Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine, Medical Acupuncture, Integrative Medicine, and Complementary and Alternative Medicines.
Dr. Bilstrom is a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, and the Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. He lectures nationally and internationally on issues related to pain management, acupuncture, complementary medicine, and health and wellness.
He was the Founder and Medical Director of the Adaptive Sports and Adventure Program (A.S.A.P.) at the Charlotte Institute of Rehabilitation. Prior to coming to Bingham Memorial Hospital, Dr. Bilstrom was the Medical Director at The Oasis Center for Health—one of the premier Functional & Integrated Medical Centers in the Midwest—in Hinsdale, Illinois.
When Dr. Bilstrom is not practicing medicine and helping to improve the lives of people suffering from chronic diseases, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, hiking, and traveling.
Disclaimer: Please note, this page is not designed to provide any type of healthcare including diagnosing or treating any specific medical conditions. It is intended for informational purposes only.
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