Personalized lupus treatment and functional medicine care

Lupus can affect the immune system, joints, skin, brain, and energy levels. Parsley Health Lupus treatment combines advanced testing with physician-led functional medicine to investigate drivers of inflammation and support long-term symptom stability.

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"I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus in my late 40’s. After working with my doctor for over 2 years, I have improved in many areas of my health and longevity journey."

Tammy S.
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of people living with lupus are women, often diagnosed during their reproductive years
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reduction in specialist visits for Parsley members with autoimmune conditions

Whole-body autoimmune care designed to improve how you feel.

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Common lupus related conditions we treat

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

Cutaneous lupus

Lupus-related fatigue and brain fog

Skin rashes and photosensitivity

Joint pain and inflammation

Digestive symptoms and microbiome imbalance

Why lupus symptoms are often hard to fully address

Lupus is a complex autoimmune condition that affects multiple systems in the body. Many people continue to experience symptoms even with standard care.

Lupus can affect joints, skin, brain, kidneys, and energy levels, making symptoms difficult to manage through a single-specialty approach

Symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, and joint pain often occur together but aren’t always evaluated as part of the same condition

Factors such as microbiome health, nutrient status, stress, hormones, and environmental exposures can influence inflammation but are rarely assessed together

Care often focuses on controlling symptoms rather than identifying patterns that may contribute to flare cycles

A physician-led model that combines conventional and functional medicine

Parsley Health delivers functional medicine through a physician-led clinical model designed to be consistent, evidence-based, and deeply personalized. Our clinicians are board-certified and conventionally trained, with additional fellowship training in evidence-based functional medicine. Care is guided by shared clinical protocols and continuously refined through outcomes data, research, and physician oversight.

Our lupus treatment is right for you if you:

Experience recurring flare cycles

Struggle with persistent fatigue or brain fog

Have joint pain, rashes, or photosensitivity

Notice symptoms affecting multiple body systems and want a deeper investigation

How Parsley approaches lupus treatment

Parsley Health uses a physician-led functional medicine model to understand how immune health, inflammation, and lifestyle factors interact in autoimmune conditions.

In-depth medical visits exploring your full health history, symptoms, and flare patterns

Advanced lab testing to evaluate inflammation, immune markers, and nutrient status

Personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance to support immune balance and reduce inflammatory triggers

Investigation of related symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, and joint pain

Long-term partnership with a functional medicine care team to help manage flare cycles

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I have struggled for 32 years with an autoimmune disease. I have not had any medical provider advocate for alternative medication that doesn't come with a laundry list of side effects — however, my Parsley doctor was able to look beyond the traditional path. My autoimmune has been in remission thanks to her guidance.

Alison B.

Your integrated care team

Each care team is led by a board-certified clinician with advanced training in root-cause medicine. They go deeper to identify and treat the root cause of health conditions.

Complete Care pricing & benefits

A year of consistent, coordinated care built for lasting improvements. Compare to typical functional medicine visits at $500-$1,000 per session.

$275/month
or $2,750 annually (2 months free)
  • 5 in-depth medical visits with a functional health provider focused on root causes

  • 2 functional nutrition coach visits to support lifestyle changes

  • 5-person care team including a clinician, nutrition coach, care manager, clinical coordinator, and member advocate

  • A personalized care plan across nutrition, sleep, movement, and mental wellbeing

  • Advanced diagnostic testing access

  • Secure messaging support between visits

  • FSA/HSA eligible

12 month commitment required

Insurance coverage may be available for medical visits, depending on your plan, in NY, CA, WA, and OR. Membership covers access to your care team, coordination, and ongoing support. Medical visits are billed separately through insurance, just like care with any other medical provider.

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4 steps to get started

01

Choose your clinician

Sign up here and schedule your first visit with a board-certified clinician licensed in your state.

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Complete pre-visit assessment

Spend about 30 minutes completing a comprehensive medical history, symptom assessment, and lifestyle review so your care team can come fully prepared.

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Meet your care team

Work with your care team virtually or in-person. Start with an initial 60-minute visit with your clinician.

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Get your plan

Start taking action on your personalized care plan towards better health, with support from your care team each step of the way.

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members served nationwide

member outcomes

Get more out of medicine than you ever thought possible

Progress you can see and feel

We use our proprietary, clinically-validated Parsley Symptom Index (PSI) to track progress in our care. Parsley members complete the PSI before their first visit and consistently over time establish a baseline of symptom severity and track clinical progress. Nearly 9 out of 10 members report symptom improvement within their first year of care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parsley clinicians work with many patients living with autoimmune conditions including lupus. Our approach focuses on identifying factors that may contribute to inflammation and flare cycles so you can better understand your condition and support your long-term health.

Personalize your lupus care