Today we’d like to introduce you to Tobi Jeurink.
Hi Tobi, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Dr. Tobi Jeurink opened her chiropractic clinic in Gardner, KS in 2001 and quickly realized that many of her patients needed more than adjustments. They were tired, inflamed, struggling with digestion, hormones, and conditions that no one could explain. So she went deeper. She completed a 300 hour postgraduate program to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Internists (DABCI), one of the most rigorous diagnostic certifications available to chiropractors.
Over two decades later, Root Function Health has grown into a practice that combines chiropractic care, advanced diagnostic testing, nutritional support, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, all under one roof. We added Dr. Kristine Edgren to the team, bringing specialized prenatal care, dry needling, and a whole-body approach that patients love.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Like any small business, the journey has not always been without challenges. In the early years, one of the biggest hurdles was learning how to connect with new patients and create an environment where people felt comfortable, welcomed, and truly cared for.
Over the past 24 years, the healthcare landscape has changed significantly. Patient expectations have evolved, new technologies and treatment options have emerged, and the way people approach their health has shifted. Rather than viewing these changes as obstacles, we have seen them as opportunities to grow, learn, and better serve our community.
Throughout every stage of our journey, our commitment has remained the same: providing high-quality, individualized care. Whenever the healthcare environment changed, we took the time to reassess, continue our education, and adapt our services to ensure we were meeting our patients’ needs while staying true to our mission. We believe that willingness to evolve, while keeping patient care at the center of everything we do, has been one of the keys to our longevity and success.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Root Function Health was founded by Dr. Tobi Drink with a simple mission: to help people achieve better health by looking beyond symptoms and addressing the underlying causes of illness. What began as a chiropractic practice that incorporated nutritional guidance has evolved into a comprehensive health clinic that combines chiropractic care, functional nutrition, advanced laboratory analysis, genetics, and individualized health strategies.
Through years of advanced education and clinical experience, Dr. Tobi has developed an approach that uses detailed health histories, physical examinations, laboratory testing, and genetic insights to create personalized care plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Rather than relying on one-size-fits-all recommendations, every treatment plan is designed around the individual.
In the past year, Dr. Kristine Edgren joined the practice, expanding the clinic’s chiropractic services while also furthering her training in functional nutrition. Together, they provide care for patients of all ages, offering both chiropractic and nutrition-based solutions that support whole-body health.
What sets Root Function Health apart is its commitment to personalized care. Whether a patient is seeking relief from pain, support for chronic health concerns, improved wellness, or preventive care, the focus is always on understanding the person as a whole. The team is proud to provide thoughtful, individualized care that empowers patients with the knowledge and tools they need to take an active role in their health journey.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
Perseverance and adaptability have been two of the most important factors in our success. Building and growing a business requires a willingness to keep moving forward through challenges, setbacks, and periods of uncertainty. Not every plan works exactly as expected, and not every season looks the same.
Equally important is the ability to adapt. Healthcare, technology, and patient needs are constantly evolving, and successful businesses must be willing to learn, grow, and embrace change. We have always sought to remain open to new ideas, continue our education, and adjust our approach when necessary while staying true to our core values and commitment to patient care.
We believe that perseverance provides the determination to keep going, while adaptability provides the flexibility to grow. Together, those qualities have allowed us to continue serving our community and helping patients achieve their health goals for more than two decades.
Pricing:
- We are a fee for service clinic. No large upfront or longterm packages. You pay for the care and coaching you need. FSA’s and HSA’s accepted.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://rootfunctionhealth.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjeurink
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RootFunctionHealth
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtobi/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rootfunctionhealth
