Duquette Functional Medicine Clinic

I am fifty-four years old and was diagnosed with Grave’s disease in March, and my doctor told me that my medication would not heal me; it was simply there to cover up my symptoms and that it was an autoimmune condition. I knew then that I had to become proactive in my health and take my health in my own hands if I were going to heal. I just needed someone knowledgeable in this area to help me. I began researching functional medicine and how successful it was in treating autoimmune conditions. I came across Dr. Duquette and his team. Upon filling out a thorough questionnaire, he immediately called me the next morning and told me he could give me hope. He did extensive testing, and he told me my problem was not my thyroid, but a problem called leaky gut that was almost 100 percent diagnosed in autoimmune patients. He said if we healed that, then eventually my thyroid would heal as well; it just took time. He ordered supplements for me that were customized dosages for my needs, and he did assure me that I would start feeling better shortly after I started the program, and he was right! I have been on the program for only about six weeks, and the transformation has been astounding! I lost over thirteen pounds after being weight loss resistant, but more than the numbers on the scale are the visual inches that are coming off! My anxiety vanished, and my mood is so upbeat and positive after the first week of the program that knew I could do this! My energy has returned to what it was from years ago, and I have been through so many parties and two graduations of my own children and have religiously adhered to the program with no cravings or regrets of my old eating habits. I feel too amazing and look too good to cave! I’ve had people come up to me and congratulate me on my success. My own daughter told me, “Mom, this program works. Please don’t quit. It’s good to have you back.” Unfortunately, insurance doesn’t cover healthcare; it only covers sick care. My husband sacrificed financially for me to get my health back because he said I’m worth it. I feel worth it and beyond blessed. This program is worth every penny! I can absolutely testify this has been the greatest health decision I’ve ever made, and I can hardly wait to see the results the rest of the program will bring. Thank you, Dr. Duquette, for continuing to help people like me. You’re doing a great job.

I happened to come across Dr. Duquette's practice after finally being tired...of feeling sick and tired. While I hadn't been "diagnosed" with anything prior to working with Dr. Duquette, I had almost no energy. I was sluggish, had brain fog and just did not feel good about myself. I was a college athlete and have loved being active my entire life, so the last few years of feeling sluggish with little to no energy was not like me at all. I knew something wasn't right with my body. I was also noticing my ability to focus on tasks at work was starting to dwindle and I was feeling VERY scatter-brained. I tried explaining these symptoms to two separate conventional doctors (in two different states I had been living previously) and both chalked it up to stress and both wanted me to get tested for ADHD. I knew in my gut (no pun intended!) it was not ADHD.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Duquette, Kendra and Jenni. They have completely opened my eyes to a whole new world of thinking and understanding of our bodies and the food we eat. They have completely opened my eyes to the incredible locally sourced foods and farms we have here in central Illinois! Dr. Duquette checks in just about every other week to make sure things are staying on track and to answer any questions I might have. He is also continuously offering new local farms to check out and giving great advice on what is working and where I can continue to improve. They have all been amazing to work with and incredibly supportive.

I won't lie...making a lifestyle change is HARD and challenging at times. It takes a lot of patience, planning and being proactive, especially when it comes to your diet. I remember Dr. Duquette telling me in our initial call that "there will be good days and bad days, but continue to allow your body to rest and heal". I'm not sure why, but those words have really stuck with me throughout this journey. Within the last 3 months, I have noticed significant changes. While I haven't "weighed" myself since starting the program (because I have been trying to focus more on how I FEEL and not a number on the scale) I have noticed changes in my body and how my clothes fit. I have also noticed a significant improvement in my energy and waking up feeling rested and not sluggish. I'm even noticing improvements in my focus and attention at home and at work.

I look at working with Dr. Duquette, Kendra and Jenni as an investment in my health, no different than investing in my retirement or home, but instead I am investing in my body. We certainly would not be here without it! The upfront cost can be a bit of sticker-shock, but in reality you are saving so much money in insurance costs, co-pays, lifelong doctor visits (from being sick), medications, etc. I am SO happy I came across Duquette Functional Medicine. I HIGHLY recommend...taking your health back now :)

I started seeing Dr. Duquette in June. At my first visit, I met with Kendra. I finally felt like I had someone who listened to my situation. They gave me a plan that did not include any drugs! It was exactly what I was looking for. I started with rashes, bloating, brain fog, anxiety, depression, OCD, fatigue, etc. Most of my symptoms are either gone or are improved greatly! I am excited to continue this journey and am so grateful for finding Dr. Duquette and his team!

I have MS and I have discovered Dr Duquette, a functional doctor who investigated the CAUSE of my disease instead of merely prescribing expensive MS medication. Dr Duquette investigated the underlying issues of my disease and charted a path to enable me to begin to recover my health. Using periodic phone calls, Dr Duquette was able to monitor my progress despite living in a different city. I am very thankful for the entire Take Your Health Back NOW team.

I have been a patient of Dr. Duquette’s for about 2 1/2mths now. I’ve suffered all my life from migraines, was dx with Fibromyalgia about 15+ yrs ago, Osteoarthritis 5 yrs ago and most recently with IBS. I’ve spent a lot of days in bed or on the couch experiencing extreme exhaustion, body flu like aches, constipation, weight gain and honestly I could care less about life in general, I was that miserable. I’ve been to multiple drs including FP, Rheumatologist, Orthopedics, Gastroenterologist, Chiropractic care, and other FM docs and no one was able to help me.
By the grace of God I found Dr. Duquette and his team and I can’t even express how THANKFUL I am for Dr. Duquette, as well as Kendra & Jenni for their outstanding support they’ve given me. In these 2 1/2mths I’ve lost 26#’s, I have no achy body, and I have the energy to do things on a daily basis. Knowing THIS is how amazing I feel in this short amount of time gets me overly anxious for how I’ll feel as I continue through the program. 🥹
THANK YOU, SO much Dr. Duquette, Kendra and Jenni for all you’ve done to help me this far. I truly feel blessed to have found the 3 of you!! ♥ Lisa

I came to Dr. Duquette after trips to countless Docs, specialists, Mayo Clinic and others in order to get a handle on my newly diagnosed UC and liver disease. I was hospitalized twice within a few weeks for major complications prior to coming to Dr. Duquette (attributed to taking a harsh chemo drug that was supposed to relieve symptoms). After trying med after med (to no avail), I was finally told that my last option was to see if some pretty harsh injectables would help ease my symptoms. I was 38 years old, and wondering how many more years I would have left on this Earth with my daughter. I knew I didn't want the side effects of the injectables...one of which can be cancer. When all hope was nearly lost, I was fortunate enough to find Dr. Duquette and started the program immediately. After a short amount of time, my UC systems improved. Decades of battling daily heartburn/indigestion is completely gone. Anxiety and depression symptoms have greatly improved. I think with clarity and positivity everyday now! When all other medical doctors wanted to simply "treat" my symptoms in an attempt to make me temporarily feel better, Dr. Duquette and his amazing staff get to the root of the issues and develop a lifestyle plan that alters the course of these dreaded diseases versus just masking symptoms. I still have a ways to go in the program, but it has absolutely changed my life! I couldn't be more thankful and appreciative that our paths crossed.

I’m 32 and was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis 20 years ago in Germany. Since I moved to the US in 2018, I had ongoing flare-ups, worse than ever before - till I “stumbled” across Dr. Duquette and his team in May 2019. The 3 hour drive from Iowa to his office is absolutely worth it. Dr. Duquette took a lot of time in explaining what he is doing (looking for the roots of the problem) and how to go from there.

Yes, it is expensive, but I’d always recommend the more elaborate bloodwork test. Without that, I still wouldn’t know that I had 3 other underlying conditions in addition to intense food allergies.

Dr. Duquette, Kendra, and the rest of the team do an amazing job by offering an overall “package” of tools that not only helps to get healthy, but to maintain it. I felt I knew quite a bit about food before, but his food plan and “what to avoid”-list was a real eye opener. So were the recommendations on natural shampoo and make up, or water filters, and plants etc.
Furthermore, weekly phone calls with my health coach were very helpful and supportive as she encouraged me to keep going and stick to the plan for the time being, but she also clarified some issues/questions I had.

And even when traveling allowed me to only stick to my food plan for about 75%, I notice a real improvement with my digestive issues and overall energy. And the best thing, this is a real investment, so whenever I feel my health is getting worse, I can act soon enough by adjusting my diet and surroundings.
I’m very grateful to have been supported and taken care of like that by Dr. Duquette, Kendra, and the rest of his team!

I had suffered with IBS for almost 20 years, been on a high dose of thyroid medication since 2007, and struggled with my weight for several years. Dr. Duquette not only knew exactly how to help me, but he has an amazing bedside manner. He always treated me with respect, and was very interested in not only healing me, but also educating me on ways to be healthy for life. After several tests, I was diagnosed with a few things other doctors had missed, and I began my treatment. I started to feel better within a few weeks, and after a few months my IBS symptoms were completely gone, and I was down almost 35 pounds. He even used one of my appointments to check out my son who had been struggling with severe digestive issues - and now he no longer has those issues! I highly recommend seeing Dr. Duquette if you are struggling with your health. It's the best thing I ever did, and it has benefited my family as well.

I had been experiencing bowel issues for 20+ years. My issues became very bad a couple of years ago due to stress, illness and travelling. I had been working with my primary care doctor and not getting any kind of relief. My GP recommended a GI specialist, so I had the upper GI, colonoscopy, etc and was diagnosed with lymphocytic colitis and the only treatment available was steroids. I couldn't take steroids, so I was told the only option I had left was to just take immodium and deal with it. I found Dr Duquette's website while researching holistic medicine treatment. I figured I had nothing to loose since traditional medicine couldn't help me. I could tell from the first consultation Dr. Duquette would do everything in his power to help me. I'm happy to say Dr. Duquette and Kendra helped heal me! I have been totally cured from having diarrhea after eating every meal to not having major episodes like I used to have for over 5 months! He was very thorough on testing upfront and then diagnosis after the tests. Through the visits, I've learned what types of foods can trigger issues and have learned to listen to my body. All I can say is to keep an open mind and trust his advice/process. I highly recommend this office to help you out!

Dr. Duquette and his team have helped our son who had symptoms of ADHD and anger issues that were becoming quite severe. After working with them and diligently following their food plan with cutting out all of his food allergies & etc, he’s doing so much better. He is able to focus again, feel good and be his best self. We learned so much from Duquette Functional Medicine and would definitely recommend them.

I had suffered from digestive issues, insomnia, skin rashes, mouth sores, anxiety, depression, fatigue, and a growing list of food allergies from the time I was a child. I did a lot of research and cut out gluten, etc. I did feel better, however, I did not seem to improve significantly. Dr. Duquette connected all the symptoms and his treatment has greatly improved my health! I also really appreciate Kendra's knowledge and recommendation of non-toxic products and creating a healthy diet and home. My health journey continues, but I know that it is worth it!

Without Dr Duquette knowledge and help . I would still be having terrible chest pain , sleepless nights, fibrofog and bowel issues. Just to name my main issues with having fibromyalgia .I have tried all the fibromyalgia meds out there . I was not able to tolerate any of them do to side effects. He was able to perform test and labs. These test lead to finding out what was causing my fibromyalgia. With his and Kendra's help I feel almost back to my old self . Lost 45 pounds so far and eating better then I have my whole life . It is hard work and life style changes but it is really worth it in the end . My husband did the diet with me and he lost 75 pounds . I tell everyone I meet about Dr Duquette and his lovely staff . They are all compassionate and understanding . So please if you have any of his stated issues call his office today . It will be the best thing you can do for yourself and family . Thank you Dr Duquette and your staff . I can know enjoy my grandchildren without just sitting and being a bystander in there life .

My aches and pains had been given a variety of names from IBS to arthritis to spinal stenosis. I have taken laxatives, omega 3s had physical therapy and ‘mainstream’ doctors wanted to give me a steroid injection which they did not think would work but rather to have surgery – on my neck?. I was NOT happy about this! My mother has fibromyalgia so I started doing some research on this; found Dr Duquette and left a message requesting an appointment. When Dr Duquette returned my call himself I was most impressed and finally felt that someone understood where I was coming from. As soon as I started treatment I began feeling better – Yes, crawling comes before walking but what a difference I have more energy, I can multi-task again, I don’t want to just sit and do nothing all the time, I am laughing and joking, and even dancing to music. It may seem simple to some but to me and my family these are big steps. Dr Duquette is kind & compassionate; he has no problem with answering any and all questions. I thoroughly enjoy my bi-weekly visits at his offices.

So I was diagnosed with M.S. in 2009. I was going down hill fast lately. I was tired of taking all kinds of meds and doing tests and no results on my health. God blessed me with the info on Functional Medicine. I came across Dr. Duquette and his crew. January I was Blessed to be able to get started and since then I have had energy and the ability to take care of my house and my 4 kids. Dr. Duquette and Kendra are the best giving you all the information you will need to get healthy and stay healthy. I am on the right track due to the Duquette's I give them so much love. The 2 hour drive is well worth it!
Bobbie Jo Haton

For more than 3 years I had been suffering severely from IBD, Chronic fatigue & leaky gut which I had found out much later since the past 3 doctors(1 gp & 2 gastroenterologist) I had visited were practicing traditional medicine just like majority of other doctors. As a result they were unable to diagnose my illness & they kept suggesting over the counter drugs(Omeprazole, Prilosec or Nexium) to treat my symptoms.I was told that "this illness is considered to be incurable (presuming a simple case of IBS) however there might be a chance of recover only for some people". I was greatly discourages hearing these words as my symptoms went from bad to worse resulting with more illnesses(throat ulcers caused by GERD, migraines , chronic cough, dizziness, shortness of breath, chest, shoulder or body aches) that were frequent & went on for few hour which made it extremely difficult to carry out my daily duties resulting in a battle against anxiety & depression.

I was convinced I couldn't rely on a doctors advice for a cure since the drugs I was using had little or no effect, so I had conducted my own extensive research. Few months later I came across a video of Dr.Drew Duquette in explanation to stomach illnesses in relation with crohn's diseases. I was immediately convinced he knew how to treat patients when he had mentioned the symptoms & causes with detailed explanations following the illnesses I was suffering from. To me what was most convincing was when he had mentioned that he ONLY takes patients he knows he can cure, which is why I was eager to contact him immediately to schedule for an appointment. It was a blessing to finally find a doctor who was well qualified but highly confident in what he does due to his success from his past experiences in dealing with his patients he had cured.

For the 6 month program I had received, I noticed the evident changes which was a great consolation for me to finally feel that I'm in control of my health once again with the advice of Dr.Drew & Kendra his assistant who had been closely monitoring my diet along with other obstacles that may prevent me from healing.
Out of all the illnesses I'm only left with slight symptoms of leaky gut which is on the verge of healing.

Thank you once again Dr.Duquette & Kendra for putting me back on my feet!

After being in pain for about 20 years, I was diagnosed with severe FIBROMYALGIA in 2012. For the past 4 years, my FMS symptoms have become increasingly worse --- and I'd been to all kinds of medical doctors and specialists over the years, and NONE of them could help me. In the fall of 2014, I was prescribed a "fibro drug" that helped cover my pain, but gave me horrible side effects (fast weight gain, sleeping all the time, stupid fogginess, horrible fatigue, etc. Who wants to live like that?), and it nearly killed me when I went off of it. I figured I was doomed to live the rest of my life in excruciating pain.

During the past 4 years I have researched this auto-immune condition thoroughly, and I felt I knew what needed to be done: extensive blood and other lab testing to find the root cause of my problem. But none of my doctors would do the testing I felt I needed. My sister-in-law, who's a masters-degreed nurse, went on-line and found Dr. Duquette's website. She sent me the link, I read the entire website & watched the video, and I was absolutely thrilled to learn about functional medicine! It was JUST what I was looking for!

And Dr. Duquette is just the doctor I was seeking for so long! As soon as I met him and heard all about his Program for addressing the root causes of fibromyalgia (which happened to be, for me, a thyroid condition and a life-time of poor nutrition), I said "Sign me up!" He's a gentle, kind, understanding doctor with an excellent understanding of the human body and what it needs to heal itself and be healthy again. I am so thankful for this program which I've been on now for just 2 months and already I feel like a new woman! I highly recommend this good doctor and his wellness program to anyone of any age suffering from fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, or other auto-immune conditions. Dr. Duquette is giving me my life back!

I highly recommend Dr. Duquette. I had suffered from depression, anxiety, and IBS for over 15 years - all of my adult life. Previous doctors prescribed medications, which helped temporarily, only to see my symptoms eventually become worse. I'd also have new side effects from the medication supposed to make me better! I was managing my symptoms, not healing or really fixing anything.

I found Dr. Duquette, and he really listened to me. It was intense at first - there is a lengthy questionnaire, but that is SO important for him to truly understand your story as a patient. He took time with me, was available for questions any time, and most important - he found the root of my symptoms and for the first time, I had a clear direction of how to fix it. Not mask it or deal with it - FIX IT!

I followed the six-month program, including diet, supplements, and activities to support positive mental health. I'm now three months past that, and feel better than I have in years. I'm not "perfect," but I have energy! I can go out to eat with my family! I can go to my kids' sporting events without having to go home sick! My symptoms were ruining my life, and I was just dealing with it, not really living.

I feel like I have been given my life back :). My IBS symptoms are non-existent as long as I support my body with good, clean foods. I continue to take some supplements daily, similar to a multivitamin regimen. I follow the tips provided in the program to focus on positive mental health, manage my stress, and have a better outlook on life. This has greatly reduced my anxiety, and I don't notice depression at all.

I recommend Dr. Duquette for the treatment of dysbiosis, multiple food intolerances and leaky gut syndrome. He has treated and helped both my daughter and me for 2- 3 months, and we have both experienced significant relief from the symptoms we had 6-9 months ago. The underlying dysbiosis is not completely resolved yet, but it is obvious that this course of treatment is effective and it will resolve if we continue on this path. Dr. Duquette is an educator of his patients, and is active in explaining many fundamental principles, as well as broad advice, for managing a healthier lifestyle in the future. Thank you Dr. Duquette!

Dr. Drew Duquette has helped me with dietary and nutritional supplements that were part of a treatment regimine that has put my Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia into full remission.

There were other treatments that I received from other medical professionals, but I strongly believe that the diet and supplements prescribed by Dr. Duquette built my immune system up to a point of strength where it was able to do battle with cancer.

My CBC (complete blood count) numbers were always good and I attribute this to, in large part, Dr. Duquette's work.

My 5 year old daughter began having migraines in December 2017. They became so severe and frequent she was having them 1x every 6 days and when they would come, she was out for the day; in horrible pain and throwing up frequently. We didn’t know what it was at first and searched frantically for answers. We went to pediatrician, neurologist (had an MRI which came back fine), chiropractor, and eye doctor. We weren’t finding answers. We found Dr Duquette online and decided to try him. My husband and I were in agreement that we wanted to find the cause of this and get to the root of it rather than just suppress the symptoms. This is exactly what Dr Duquette is all about. We began working with him in the spring of 2018. It was an investment of time, money, and lots of work, but it gave us hope. We began a new eating plan in May, along with supplements and occasional treatments in his office. Our whole family did it (that was key for us). It wasn’t easy, but nothing worthwhile ever is. And I’m SO happy we made the investment into her health, because she did not have a single migraine since we began! I literally cried the day I realized what a huge change this was going to be for our family, but we know that her body was telling us something and it was really an opportunity to listen and respond. So we listened and we took the challenge head on and we succeeded in eliminating this problem that was ruling our lives. My kids (4 & 6) have learned so much about health and are better advocates of their own health now. When I think about our journey through this, and all that we invested, it is minimal to what we would’ve lost had we not chosen this path. The time we would’ve continued to lose with her being sick, the money we would’ve continued to pour into seeking answers and masking the symptoms, and only to dig a deeper debt in her health. Yes, it’s hard, but I truly don’t see another way, and the gain is immeasurable!