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A New Standard In Protocol Development
Because surface-level knowledge isn't enough

Microbiome University (MU) is your on-demand library and support system for truly mastering stool testing interpretation and care.
Inside, you'll find detailed outlines on every GI-MAP marker, proven protocol frameworks, and a thriving community of practitioners dedicated to advancing their expertise.

This isn't about memorizing patterns or following generic protocols.
You’re getting a deep, scientific understanding of each specific marker, bacteria, and measurement—so you can craft truly personalized protocols based on what's actually happening in your patient's gut.
Access expert-level education the moment you need it, whether you're interpreting test results at 2 PM or crafting a protocol at 8 AM.
Build the confidence that comes from truly understanding the science, backed by a community of practitioners who share your commitment to excellence in gut health care.
The Functional Med Frustration
Knowledge doesn’t always equal results
You've invested in your education—completed the programs, attended the seminars, read the research. Yet when complex test results land on your desk, turning that knowledge into effective, personalized protocols still feels like solving a new puzzle each time.

You’re tired of…
- Getting lost in test results that should make sense but don't quite click
- Spending evenings researching solutions but failing to find exactly what you need
- Growing frustrated with surface-level education that leaves you wanting more
- Second-guessing your protocol decisions, even though you know your stuff
- Feeling isolated when you need someone to confirm you're on the right track
- Watching your careful research time eat into patient care hours
MU helps you leave that behind and become the confident, knowledgeable practitioner your patients need and you know you can be.
Transform Your Understanding And Impact
MU helps you:
Gain rapid access to answers:
Get scientific explanations and evidence-based protocols for any marker, bacteria, or measurement. Whether you're interpreting results or developing treatment plans, find exactly what you need in minutes.
Interpret with confidence:
Move beyond basic pattern recognition to truly understanding what test results mean for your patients. Learn the science behind each GI-MAP marker, how different factors interact, and which specific protocols will be most effective. This deeper understanding transforms how you approach every case.
Confident protocol creation:
Develop targeted, effective protocols based on scientific understanding. Know exactly why you're recommending specific approaches and how they'll impact your patient's health.
Find your professional community:
Connect with practitioners who understand exactly what you're facing. Share insights about complex cases, get feedback on protocols, and tap into collective wisdom that makes everyone better. This isn't just networking—it's your go-to support system for advancing gut health expertise.
Stay ahead of the science:
Gut health research evolves rapidly. Access regular updates that translate new findings into practical applications. Understand emerging research, treatment approaches, and testing insights so you can provide the most current, evidence-based care for your patients.
Take a Sneak Peek Inside:
Hear Real Results From RealĀ Students
About their MU experiences:
Individual outcomes may vary and are not guaranteed.
Felicia DierksenĀ
www.vitalitynutrition.health
Laura Grubb | NPĀ
www.lauragrubbwellness.com
Marketta Moore | RNC-MNN, IHP2Ā
[email protected]
Taylor Knese | MSN, FNP-CĀ
www.modhealthco.com
Vika Rutkowski | Board-Certified Holistic Health PractitionerĀ
www.vikarutkowski.com
Meet MU:
Microbiome University's AI microbiome expert
Get a sneak peek into the future of gut health practice with MU’s AI-powered expert!
For the next 5 minutes, you’ll have exclusive access to interact with our AI, trained on over 500,000 words of cutting-edge microbiome education.
Ask your questions, receive expert insights, and see firsthand how this tool can elevate your practice. Fill out the form below to get started!
Beyond Pattern Recognition
Understanding each marker matters
MU bridges conventional medical knowledge with functional medicine applications. Instead of choosing between approaches, you'll understand how to integrate both—using detailed microbiome science to inform personalized protocols.
Each outline provides in-depth analysis of specific markers alongside practical intervention strategies. It’s not about replacing conventional methods with supplements; it's about understanding the complete picture of gut health and creating protocols that actually work.
Real Life Applications
Where MU makes a difference
Not sure how MU fits into your work? Picture this:

It's 7 PM, and you're staring at repeat test results that look worse than the original. Instead of falling down a research rabbit hole, you open MU, pull up the specific marker outline, and have a clear action plan in minutes.
Better yet? Pop into the community to get feedback from practitioners who've handled similar cases.

Your next patient has multiple opportunistic species showing up on their GI-MAP. Rather than spending hours piecing together a protocol that overwhelms them with supplements, you access MU's proven frameworks to create a focused, effective approach they'll actually follow.

A client asks what their elevated Pseudomonas reading means for their specific symptoms. Instead of giving a generic answer about bacterial overgrowth, you confidently explain the science behind their results, drawing from MU's detailedĀ outline on each specific marker.
This is the difference MU makes—turning moments of uncertainty into opportunities to showcase your expertise.
No more late nights researching. No more second-guessing your protocols.
Just clear, confident guidance when you need it most.
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Ready To Experience The MU Difference?
Access expert-level resources right when you need them
Complex gut health cases don't wait for office hours. With MU, neither does your expertise.
Join practitioners all over the globe who've discovered the confidence that comes from truly understanding each marker, bacteria, and measurement.
That's the MU difference—and it's available today.