Julie Franden is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner who studied at Boise State University before completing her master’s and doctorate at George Washington University. Her experience caring for patients in long-term care and hospice inspired her to pursue functional medicine, focusing on helping patients live long and healthy lives. Since joining Functional Medicine of Idaho in 2023, Julie has continued her education through The Institute for Functional Medicine. She specializes in gut health and longevity, providing personalized care to support her patients’ wellness journeys.
Julie is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 12 years of experience, providing acute and primary care for patients of all ages.
Julie was born and raised in Boise. She completed her bachelors of nursing at Boise State University. In pursuit of higher education Julie completed her masters and doctorate at George Washington University. Her doctorate is in palliative care, focusing on providing a well rounded approach to patient care. Her goal is to provide the highest quality of life for all her patients, to work in a collaborative relationship and support individual goals.
She is continuing her education through The Institute For Functional Medicine with the goal of obtaining her Functional Medicine Provider certification.
In her free time, Julie spends time with her family including her husband Joe and their two sons. They enjoy camping, hiking, and skiing.
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