A New Approach to Health
Dr Tala Andoni
MBChB MSc MRCP AFMCP
Hello! My name is Dr Tala Andoni, and I am the founder and lead practitioner at The Magnolia Clinic. As a dedicated functional medicine doctor, I specialise in providing holistic and personalised care.
About Me
I am Palestinian-Jordanian and grew up in Amman. After completing my medical degree in the UK, I worked in the NHS for 10 years covering hospitals in London, Oxford and Birmingham, eventually earning Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP).
I also hold degrees in Nutrition and Genomics from Imperial College London, Cornell University and Stanford University. I am training in The St John’s Diploma in Specialist Dermatology, which is run by the St John’s Institute of Dermatology, at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in London.
My experiences and interests have naturally led me to functional medicine with The Institute for Functional Medicine.
As a current student in Dr. Gabor Maté’s Compassionate Inquiry programme, I am deeply committed to integrating the principles of compassion, empathy, and trauma-informed care into my practice.
My vision is to create a nurturing environment where patients feel safe to share their vulnerabilities, fostering healing and growth through understanding and acceptance.
My Journey
When I'm not at the clinic, I enjoy spending time with my family, walking in the English countryside with my little dog, pilates and meditation. These activities enrich my life and sustain me on my own perfectly imperfect journey.
Beyond the Clinic
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What is Functional Medicine?
Think of your health like a tree. Conventional medicine often focuses on treating the visible symptoms, the leaves and branches, with medications.
Functional medicine digs deeper, addressing the root causes, the roots, like genetics and lifestyle, and nourishing the foundational elements of health, the soil, like nutrition and stress management. This approach fosters a healthier you from the ground up.
Our Approach
At The Magnolia Clinic, we believe that true health goes beyond simply treating symptoms. Our approach involves understanding the root causes of health issues and addressing them.
We emphasise patient education and therapeutic partnership. Health is not always a linear path; it's about striving to be 1% better every day, while also holding yourself in compassion and understanding during the challenging moments.