The "FBCA Mastery" Certification Training Program
At a Glance: What You Get with FBCA Mastery
Knowledge
- 12 In-Depth, Step-by-Step Training Modules taught by Dr. Dicken Weatherby, a global expert in Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis
- Lifetime Access to all video sessions, PDF transcripts, and bonus expert trainings
Tools ($690 value)
- Free 12-Month Membership to the Optimal DX Platform ($20/month standard pay-as-you-go)—access our Comprehensive Members-Only Resource Center with exclusive research articles, reference guides, downloads, and advanced tutorials ($240 value)
- 10 Free Credits interpret labs faster by adding blood tests into the Optimal DX Platform, generate Functional Health Reports, and build personalized treatment plans ($450 value)
- 12 Months of Access to our PDF Parser - streamline data entry with our easy Smart Lab Data Import
- “Ask Me Anything” Support for an entire year—get your questions answered by Dr. Weatherby and his research team
Certification
- Certification that proves your expertise as a Functional Blood Chemistry Analyst
If you’re ready to spot nutritional, hormonal, and metabolic imbalances in minutes—and to become the go-to practitioner in your community—this course is for you.
Why Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Changes Everything
Earn Expert Status Faster—With Dr. Weatherby by Your Side
Blood chemistry analysis is one of the most common diagnostic methods in healthcare—yet too many practitioners rely on incomplete or outdated interpretation ranges. Over 12 transformational weeks, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and clinical edge to:
- Identify hidden dysfunctions well before disease manifests
- Deliver life-changing insights to patients hungry for a deeper, more holistic understanding of their health
- Elevate your reputation and outshine competitors who still use “normal” lab reference ranges that miss crucial early warning signs
With FBCA Mastery, you learn exactly how to interpret and communicate lab results in a way that resonates with patients and encourages follow-up visits—boosting both patient outcomes and practice revenue.
Your Instructor
Meet Your Instructor: Dr. Dicken Weatherby
Dr. Weatherby is a board-certified Naturopathic Physician and a leading authority on Functional Diagnostics. He has authored the seminal text on Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis (FBCA) and has lectured internationally to thousands of practitioners. His mission? To empower you with a proven system to:
- Read blood test results like a detective
- Uncover the root causes of your patients’ symptoms
- Implement an individualized functional approach to boost your patient's overall health and vitality
Rest assured, you’re learning from the source. The FBCA Mastery Training and Certification is based 100% on Dr. Weatherby’s pioneering methods.
The Formula For Success
Success in Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis depends on three crucial elements:
- The Right Knowledge
- The Right System
- The Right Tools
Combine that with Optimal DX's prestigious Certification, and you have a recipe for unstoppable success.
KNOWLEDGE
PIONEERING BLOOD ANALYTICS
Become the Go-To Expert: Spot Subtle Biomarker Clues Before They Escalate
Blood tests are the most widely used diagnostic tool—yet few practitioners realize their full potential. In our 3-month FBCA Mastery course, you’ll unlock the secrets to interpreting 100+ biomarkers, pinpointing hidden dysfunctions that standard lab ranges often miss. Plus, with lifetime access through the ODX Academy, you can revisit and refine your skills anytime—ensuring you stay at the forefront of functional blood chemistry.
Armed with this advanced understanding, you’ll deliver more personalized, data-driven care that fosters stronger patient trust, ongoing follow-ups, and bigger wins for your practice.
SYSTEM
TURN COMPLEX DATA INTO CLEAR ACTION STEPS
Implement a Proven FBCA Framework for Consistency & Clarity
Rather than dealing with random biomarkers in isolation, you need a step-by-step method to interpret lab results from a functional perspective. In the FBCA Mastery Program, we don’t just hand you knowledge; we empower you with a streamlined process to quickly identify dysfunctional patterns, clarify the next steps for your patients, and align your entire clinical workflow. No guesswork—just a dependable system that ensures no crucial detail slips through the cracks.
By following this framework, you’ll spend less time navigating lab data and more time connecting with patients, building deeper trust, and driving real health transformations. Your practice becomes efficient, consistent, and confidently prepared for any case that walks through the door.
TOOLS
YOUR SECRET WEAPON: THE OPTIMAL DX PLATFORM
Goodbye Guesswork: Make Every Blood Test Effortless to Interpret
When you enroll, you receive 12 months free of the Optimal DX Platform ($20/month standard membership). This platform seamlessly parses PDF labs and helps you categorize biomarkers quickly and accurately.
- 10 Free Credits to run advanced Functional Health Reports, chart out metabolic patterns, and build targeted treatment plans
- Comprehensive Online Reference Guides with over 500 research articles
- Ask Me Anything (AMA) Q&A—submit questions to Dr. Weatherby’s team and browse a library of 200+ well-researched answers
Stop second-guessing your assessments. Start delivering precise, confident recommendations that set your practice apart. This bonus is valued at $690.
CERTIFICATION
SET YOUR PRACTICE APART
Stand Out with an FBCA Certification
As a Certified Functional Blood Chemistry Analyst, you’ll do more than hang a fancy certificate on your wall (though that’s always nice). You’ll also:
- Attract ideal patients who value proactive, functional care
- Differentiate yourself in a competitive healthcare market
- Get referrals from our ODX Practitioner Directory (certified practitioners get listed at the top!)
And with patient demand for functional medicine rising, you’re getting in at the perfect time.
Who Benefits from FBCA Mastery?
Recent Graduates & Early-Career Practitioners
- Stay current with the latest functional medicine insights and blood analysis techniques.
- Build a strong foundation that keeps your practice relevant and forward-thinking.
Seasoned Clincians Expanding Their Practice
- Offer cutting-edge blood chemistry analysis that delivers immediate value to patients.
- Enhance your diagnostic repertoire and attract new clientele seeking functional approaches.
Any Healthcare Professional Seeking Growth
- Naturopaths, Acupuncturists, nutrition coaches, Functional Medicine practitioners, Chiropractors, and more.
- Anyone who wants to interpret blood tests more comprehensively and confidently.
Real Results from Real Practitioners
"I used to dread explaining labs to patients. Now I can’t wait to sit down and show them exactly what’s going on—and how we’re fixing it! This training is a MUST for anyone ready to expand their practice and master the field of Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis. "
- Dr. Victoria L., D.C.
"After 15 years in Functional Medicine, this is the most comprehensive blood chemistry program I’ve found. It uncovers root causes in a way no other course does."
- Dr. David J., D.N.M, D.C.
"The Optimal Dx Platform and Functional Health Reports are an indispensable, time-saving, educational tool, not only for me but for my patients as well!"
- Leon H., N.D.
"I’ve taken several functional medicine courses, but this one is by far the most thorough on blood work. It’s self-paced, accessible, and rich in content, I keep revisiting it!"
- Dr. Terri T., D.C.
"ODX is amazing, Dr. Weatherby’s certification course completely transformed how I interpret blood work, and my clients finally get real answers. Honored to be in their practitioner directory!"
- Cheryl D., Certified Holistic Nutritionist
Course Curriculum
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StartLesson 1: G.I. Function Overview (3:47)
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StartLesson 2: Functional Physiology of the G.I. (29:59)
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StartLesson 3: Know Your G.I. Biomarkers (24:50)
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StartLesson 4: FBCA, Hypochlorhydria & H. pylori (29:01)
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StartLesson 5: FBCA & Gastric Inflammation (8:01)
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StartLesson 6: FBCA and Pancreatic Insufficiency (7:58)
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StartLesson 7: FBCA and Small Intestine Dysfunctions (20:46)
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StartLesson 8: FBCA & Other G.I. Dysfunctions (11:55)
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StartReferences - Section 2 GI Function
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StartSection 2 - GI Function QUIZ
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Frequently Asked Questions
Plus, you'll get access to 55 downloadable lesson transcripts (over 650 pages of information), over 200 pages of references, 10 bonus quizzes at the end of each module, a final examination and an opportunity to sit for your Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Certification!
As a bonus for your registration, you’ll get a free 1-year ODX Membership ($20/month standard pay-as-you-go)! This will give you full access to the ODX platform and the growing archive of FBCA Resources. Plus, we’ll give you 10 free credits to add blood tests, run Functional Health Reports, & build blood test-specific treatment plans and 12 Months of access to our exclusive PDF Parser for seamless blood data entry! ($690+ Value!) Immediately put your knowledge to use and benefit from the robust capabilities offered by the Optimal DX platform and software.
Using the ODX Treatment Plan Builder, you’ll be able to quickly generate treatment plans personalized to your patient’s blood test results using supplement recommendations from Fullscript and leading supplement companies. Once the treatment plan is built, you can run a Health Improvement Plan Report, composed of the "Health Improvement Plan" or HIP and the "Product Summary Report."
The HIP presents your product-specific recommendations on " treating" the top clinical areas you have selected from the blood test.
The "Product Summary Report" summarizes the nutritional product recommendations in the HIP. This report is a one-page summary that your patient can put on their fridge.
The training will include streaming video of the presentation and audio downloads of all sessions in MP3 format. This is a great bonus because you can replay the sessions over and over again. You will have 24/7 access to this archive from any computer anywhere in the world through your members-only ODX Academy account. You can't do that by attending a live event!
BONUS #1Additional Lectures from Functional Medicine Experts:
I want to provide you with tremendous value, which is why I've invited leading experts in Functional Medicine, Functional Diagnosis and Functional Nutrition to provide cutting-edge and advanced training material to all the attendees. These have been recorded and made available in the training vault.
BONUS #2: As a bonus for your registration, you’ll get a free 1-year ODX Membership ($20/month standard pay-as-you-go)! This will give you full access to the ODX platform and the growing archive of FBCA Resources. Plus, we’ll give you 10 free credits to add blood tests, run Functional Health Reports, & build blood test-specific treatment plans and 12 Months of access to our exclusive PDF Parser for seamless blood data entry! ($690+ Value!) Immediately put your knowledge to use and benefit from the robust capabilities offered by the Optimal DX platform and software.
We are honored by the diverse interest in our online training programs from a wide range of professionals, including MDs, DCs, DOs, NDs, NPs, nutritionists, dieticians, and more. We understand the importance of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in maintaining and enhancing professional competence. However, due to the complexity and the constantly evolving standards for CEU accreditation across the various disciplines, we are currently unable to directly offer CEUs for our training programs. Ensuring compliance and relevance for all the different groups we serve presents significant challenges.
Despite this, we are pleased to provide participants with a certificate upon completion of the program, which verifies the number of hours taken and includes a detailed breakdown of the program content. This certificate can be submitted to your respective professional board for possible CEU consideration. While we cannot guarantee acceptance, this documentation may assist in meeting your continuing education requirements.
We are committed to providing high-quality, impactful education and are exploring ways to support your continuing education needs in the future. In the meantime, we encourage you to review the learning objectives and content of our programs to determine if they meet your personal and professional development needs.
We appreciate your understanding and are here to answer any questions you may have regarding our training offerings.
Dr. Weatherby has been teaching seminars in Functional Blood Chemistry analysis since 2002 in the US, Canada, and Europe and is the author of the best selling book "Blood Chemistry and CBC Analysis: Clinical Laboratory Testing from a Functional Perspective". This training is a presentation of his latest work in this subject. He decided to do this as an online event because so many people have difficulty making a live seminar and he doesn't want to have to travel quite so much! So no travel costs, no air travel, no eating bad hotel food, and no sitting in airless hotel rooms 8 hours/day!! You can take this training in the comfort of your office or home and access the training sessions 247 from our exclusive members-only training site.
We also have a Generic option and a "No Product" option, which generates a Health Improvement Plan report with no product recommendations. This is great to run if you plan on putting together your own protocol for the patient.
Ready to Elevate Your Practice?
Don’t just read blood tests—reveal their hidden story and give your patients the transformative health insights they crave. Enroll in FBCA Mastery and watch your confidence, patient satisfaction, and clinic revenue soar.
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"This program, by far, is the most comprehensive functional health tool I have ever used in my practice and has become my Gold Standard of assessments in my practice. From a business standpoint, this has increased our revenue considerably. We have seen a steady increase in referrals from our patients not only in our local area, but I am doing several phone consultations a day with patients from all around the country. The word is out and it truly has changed the dynamics of our practice”
- Stuart R. Hoover, NHD, DM(P), BCIH
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"Based upon my past experiences with Dr. Weatherby’s excellent books and seminars, I knew this software had all the marking of being a major positive shift in my clinical practice. After only a week of use, I realized that I had a true “clinic pearl” on my hands. The amount of detail that I can glean from the basic blood work that practically every practitioner orders is truly amazing. As both a private practitioner and a clinical professor at a nationally renowned Naturopathic college I have come to rely heavily upon this program to create truly “game changing” clinical results. Some of my senior colleagues in the Naturopathic field have been astounded with insights this software provides.”
- Shawn Soszka, N.D., LAc
Here's what some real customers say
about Dr. Weatherby's FBCA work
Dr. Weatherby has now trained thousands of practitioners with his system of Functional Bloodn chemistry Analysis and has seen many of them achieve outstanding clinical and financial success.
"Dr. Dicken Weatherby’s software program is an incredibly powerful tool., which has given me an even greater advantage in helping patients with the blood work. There are so many useful tools in the software that are difficult to describe here. But, suffice it to say, my medical practice has benefited from the professionalism of the patient reports, the practitioner reports, and the overall program. There are insights from the software that I would sometimes overlook in blood work, even with all the years of experience interpreting the results. There is really no reason to not buy it. It will enhance the bottom line, financially, and the bottom line of patients getting better"
- ”Dennis Godby, N.D., Sacramento, California
“I have been practicing functional medicine for almost 10 years. I have used Dr. Weatherby’s books and charts for the past 4 years and have found them to be very helpful in the analysis of my patient’s blood as part of their health picture. The Blood Chemistry Software has freed up my time. Instead of spending 12 hours analyzing my patient’s results, I am able to see more patients. Having a printed report for them is a big value and helps increase their compliance to my recommendations. I especially like the fact that there aren’t any product recommendations; it leaves all those decisions to me. Thanks so much Dr. Weatherby for fulfilling your promise to make this software–I know it wasn’t easy, but it is much appreciated!"
- Kasi Rote, D.C.