ABOUT ALLIANCE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

Built on Listening. Centered on You.

Alliance Functional Medicine was created around a simple belief: patients deserve to feel heard. We provide a more personal healthcare experience built on compassion, meaningful conversations, and a deeper understanding of your individual story and goals.

Healthcare Should Never Make You Feel Like Just Another Number

WHY ALLIANCE WAS CREATED

Too many people leave healthcare appointments feeling rushed, unheard, or uncertain about what comes next. Their concerns may be reduced to a checklist of symptoms while the larger story of their health receives little time or attention.

Alliance Functional Medicine was created to offer a more personal experience. We believe meaningful care begins by slowing down, listening carefully, and understanding the person behind the symptoms.

Our goal is to build a healthcare relationship based on compassion, education, respect, and partnership. You deserve the opportunity to ask questions, understand your options, and take an active role in your health journey.

"Your story matters. Your concerns matter. Your goals matter."
- Alliance Functional Medicine

MEET YOUR PROVIDER

Care Begins With Being Heard

Tiffanie Kehrt, MSN, RN, CNP

Tiffanie Kehrt believes good care begins by listening. At Alliance Functional Medicine, she takes time to understand each person’s concerns, answer questions clearly, and work together on a plan that fits their needs.

A Miami University alumna with roots in the region, Tiffanie is building Alliance around a simple idea: healthcare should feel personal and accessible. Through telehealth visits and in-person DOT physicals, she brings the same thoughtful approach to individuals, drivers, and the organizations that support them.

  • Time to discuss your concerns and goals

  • Clear explanations and collaborative decisions

  • Personalized care through secure telehealth visits

  • In-person DOT physicals for commercial drivers

  • A healthcare relationship built on respect and trust

THE ALLIANCE EXPERIENCE

What You Can Expect From Your Care

1

We Listen

Your concerns, experiences, and goals deserve time and attention.

2

We Look Deeper

We consider the bigger picture instead of focusing on one isolated symptom.

3

We Partner With You

You are encouraged to ask questions and participate in decisions about your care.

4

We Keep Care Accessible

Secure telehealth visits make it easier to connect with your provider from home.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

A Healthcare Experience Built on Listening, Respect, and Partnership

Frequently Asked Questions

How do urgent care virtual visits work?

You’ll connect with a licensed healthcare provider through a secure phone or video appointment. Your provider will review your symptoms and health history, answer questions, and recommend treatment, testing, prescriptions, or in-person care when appropriate.

What are the limitations of urgent care telehealth?

Telehealth cannot replace every hands-on examination, test, or procedure. Some symptoms and injuries require an in-person evaluation, and medical emergencies should always be directed to 911 or the nearest emergency department.

Is it cheaper to go to urgent care or use telehealth?

Telehealth is often less expensive than an in-person urgent care visit, while also eliminating travel and waiting-room time. Your actual cost will depend on the provider, services needed, insurance coverage, and whether follow-up testing or in-person care is required.

Can a virtual urgent care provider prescribe antibiotics?

A provider may prescribe antibiotics when they are medically appropriate for a suspected bacterial infection. Antibiotics do not treat viral illnesses and are never guaranteed. Testing or an in-person examination may sometimes be necessary.

Does Alliance Functional Medicine offer in-person services?

Yes. In addition to telehealth care, Alliance offers in-person DOT physicals for commercial drivers. Companies can request an onsite visit when three or more drivers are scheduled. Visit our DOT Physicals page for details.

Can a school or business partner with Alliance to offer telehealth access?

Yes. Alliance works with schools, colleges, universities, businesses, and other organizations to explore telehealth access for their employees. Partnership options are designed around the organization’s workforce, goals, and location.

Ready for Healthcare That Starts With Listening?

You deserve care that respects your time, your concerns, and your individual health goals. Connect with Alliance Functional Medicine and take the next step toward a more personal healthcare experience.

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