--- title: Dr Tasnim Elgendy – Functional & Regenerative Medicine Specialist, Dubai url: https://menovivre.ae/about-us/our-team/functional-medicine-specialist-dubai/ published: 2026-03-09T10:08:20+00:00 modified: 2026-09-30T11:27:49+00:00 author: menovivreadmin post_type: page featured_image: https://menovivre.ae/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Dr.-Tasnim-Elgendy-Functional-Integrative-Medicine-Specialist-at-Menovivre-1.jpg word_count: 1121 reading_time_minutes: 6 --- # Dr Tasnim Elgendy – Functional & Regenerative Medicine Specialist, Dubai # Dr Tasnim Elgendy ## Physician - General Practitioner - General Practice ### Quick Facts About Dr Tasnim - **Speciality:** Functional & Regenerative Medicine
 - ** Clinical Focus:** Hormonal balance, metabolic and weight optimisation, gut and microbiome health, stress physiology, longevity and preventive care
 - **Location:** Menovivre Clinic, Al Wasl Rd, Dubai
 - **Patients:** Primarily women in midlife, and men with overlapping concerns such as fatigue, weight gain, gut issues, hormonal symptoms and sleep problems ## About Dr Tasnim Dr Tasnim Elgendy is a physician specialising in functional, and regenerative medicine, with a clinical focus on helping patients restore balance through a root‑cause, data‑driven approach. At [Menovivre](https://menovivre.ae/), she supports patients across the full journey of hormonal health, metabolic optimisation, gut repair and long‑term longevity strategy, blending advanced diagnostics with personalised lifestyle and medical treatment plans. Her philosophy is “one body, one story – not one protocol.” She takes time to analyse each patient’s medical history, lifestyle, stress load and goals, then designs realistic, measurable plans instead of generic protocols. She is also a strong advocate for education and empowerment, ensuring patients clearly understand why their symptoms are happening and which levers will create durable change. ### Education, Certifications** & Memberships. ### Education - ⟶MS in Integrative Health Science – [Thomas Jefferson University](https://www.jefferson.edu/), Philadelphia, USA ### Micronised Progesterone - ⟶Certified Practitioner, [Institute for Functional Medicine](https://www.ifm.org/) (IFM) - ⟶Advanced training in [bioidentical hormone therapy](https://www.webmd.com/menopause/what-is-bioidentical-hormone-replacement-therapy) (BHRT), peptide therapy, exosome and stem-cell related regenerative applications (where evidence-aligned and clinically appropriate.) ### Professional Memberships - ⟶Member, [International Society for Stem Cell Application](https://www.issca.com/) (ISSCA) - ⟶Member of international functional and integrative medicine networks focused on regenerative and longevity-oriented care ### Clinical Expertise at Menovivre Clinic Women’s hormonal health - [Perimenopause and menopause](https://menovivre.ae/insights/when-to-start-worrying-about-menopause/) (hot flashes, night sweats, low energy, mood changes, brain fog, sleep disruption, libido changes, body‑composition shifts) - Irregular cycles, PMS symptoms and hormonally linked skin or weight changes Gut health & microbiome support - Bloating, reflux, IBS‑type symptoms and food sensitivities
 - Inflammatory digestion, gut‑related skin flare‑ups and fatigue
 - Gut‑hormone interactions, including how the microbiome influences estrogen and metabolic pathways Longevity, fertility preparation & healthy ageing - Health-span optimisation: energy, cognition, strength, metabolic stability and resilience over time
 - Pre‑conception optimisation for women in their late 30s and 40s, focusing on biological age, mitochondrial health and metabolic‑hormonal balance to support fertility and long‑term wellbeing Metabolic health & weight optimisation - Insulin resistance and blood‑sugar dysregulation
 - Metabolic syndrome, stubborn weight gain or plateau despite effort
 - Metabolic inflammation and cardiometabolic risk patterns (lipids, inflammation markers, blood‑pressure trends) Chronic conditions & prevention - Autoimmune tendencies and chronic inflammatory patterns
 - Chronic disease prevention including cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease, alongside overall health optimisation Regenerative & advanced therapeutics - Incorporation of [peptide therapy](https://menovivre.ae/insights/peptides-for-women-guide/), [IV nutrient support](https://menovivre.ae/our-services/menopause-nad-iv-drips-dubai/), exosome and stem‑cell‑related applications when safe, evidence‑aligned and clinically appropriate, particularly in the context of longevity and tissue repair Stress physiology & burnout - Chronic fatigue, burnout‑type presentations and anxiety patterns
 - High‑stress lifestyles with low resilience, poor recovery and fragmented sleep Longevity, fertility preparation & healthy ageing - Health-span optimisation: energy, cognition, strength, metabolic stability and resilience over time
 - Pre‑conception optimisation for women in their late 30s and 40s, focusing on biological age, mitochondrial health and metabolic‑hormonal balance to support fertility and long‑term wellbeing ## Services Offered by Dr Tasnim Elgendy - [Functional Medicine](https://menovivre.ae/our-services/functional-medicine-women-dubai/) consultations for complex or multi‑system symptoms - Hormone optimisation and BHRT evaluation and management (when clinically indicated) - Metabolic and cardiometabolic risk assessment and personalised weight‑optimisation pathways - Gut and microbiome‑focused consultations (IBS‑type symptoms, dysbiosis, food sensitivities, inflammatory digestion)
 - Stress, sleep and nervous‑system regulation strategies
 - Longevity and preventive medicine planning, including biological‑age and risk‑marker interpretation
 - Functional treatment plans incorporating advanced therapies (e.g. peptide therapy, NAD+ and cellular‑support strategies, exosome and stem‑cell‑related therapies where appropriate) ### Diagnostic Tools & Assessments Dr Tasnim uses both conventional and advanced functional diagnostics, chosen according to each patient’s story, safety profile and objectives. - Hormonal assessment**** Sex-hormone mapping (as clinically appropriate) - Thyroid hormones and antibody evaluation - Stress-hormone patterns (cortisol-related assessments where relevant) - Metabolic & cardiometabolic markers**** Blood sugar, insulin and related metabolic patterns - Lipids and inflammation markers - Weight, body‑composition and cardiometabolic risk profiling - Nutritional & deficiency screening**** Iron status and anaemia‑related markers - Vitamin and micronutrient patterns guided by symptoms and context - Heavy‑metal and methylation testing, when clinically indicated - Gut & microbiome testing**** Gut‑inflammation and digestion markers - Microbiome‑balance assessment - Food‑sensitivity and gut‑immune patterns where appropriate - Nutritional & deficiency screening** Genetic insights relevant to detoxification, methylation or cardiometabolic risk - Biological‑age and cellular‑health markers to help guide longevity and regenerative strategies These assessments help clarify whether the dominant drivers are hormonal, metabolic, gut‑immune, inflammatory or stress‑physiology‑related, so treatment becomes precise, measurable and tailored rather than trial‑and‑error. ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Is functional medicine just supplements? A: No. Functional medicine is a clinical framework that uses detailed history, examination and testing to understand why symptoms are occurring; supplements are used only when they add value, not as the foundation of care. Q: Is hormone therapy either dangerous or a miracle cure? A: Hormone therapy is one medical tool. Its safety and benefit depend on choosing the right patient, indication, dose and monitoring within the broader context of metabolic, cardiovascular and cancer risk. Q: Is longevity just cosmetic anti‑ageing? A: Longevity medicine focuses on healthspan: energy, strength, metabolic stability, cognition and resilience, assessed and tracked with meaningful biomarkers not just appearance. Q: How does Dr Tasnim personalise treatment plans? A: She designs each plan around “one body, one story –  not one protocol,” aligning symptoms, lifestyle, medical history and goals into a tailored mix of nutrition, targeted supplements, medical therapies and follow‑up. Q: How does Dr. Tasnim use functional medicine to address hormonal imbalances? A: Dr. Tasnim identifies the root cause of hormonal shifts rather than just treating the symptoms. Her recent viral video explains how this specialized approach helps women regain energy and balance. You can watch her full explanation **[here](https://www.tiktok.com/@menovivre/video/7589529068299734288)**.. Q: What happens in the first consultation? A: You’ll review your full medical history, symptom timeline, lifestyle, stress patterns and existing labs with Dr Tasnim, then agree on priorities, recommended tests (if needed) and a clear first‑phase plan. Q: What does the typical treatment timeline look like? A: Most patients move through an initial assessment phase, a short “foundation reset” for sleep, energy, digestion and mood, then a targeted optimisation phase where hormone, metabolic, gut and regenerative tools are introduced and refined. Q: What makes Dr Tasnim’s approach distinct? A: Her care is root‑cause focused, systems‑based, evidence‑driven and highly educational, with realistic, sustainable plans that fit everyday life instead of quick‑fix or one‑size‑fits‑all protocols. Modern treatment offers effective, long-term methods to reclaim your quality of life. ## [Book a Consultation with Dr Tasnim](https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=971503129316&text=Hi%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20an%20appointment%20with%20Dr.%20Tasnim%20Elgendy) ## to discuss your personalised plan today.