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Nat Metz is a family nurse practitioner who received their Master of Science in Nursing and Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Frontier Nursing University in Hyden, KY. They bring healthcare experience from a variety of settings, including hospital-based acute care, oncology, and office-based primary care. Nat is comfortable managing complex chronic conditions and has knowledge and training in myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia, long COVID, dysautonomia, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS). Nat continues to pursue educational opportunities that keep them up to date on the newest research and treatment breakthroughs.

Nat has a special interest in this field because their spouse has suffered from many of these illnesses for 10+ years. They understand the frustration of being dismissed by the traditional medical system and strive to make all patients feel seen, heard, validated, and like a partner in care. Nat aims to provide affirming, culturally competent, body-positive, and trauma-informed care to every unique client. They look forward to meeting you soon!

Theresa Dowell, Family Nurse Practitioner, Physical Therapist founded the clinic to meet the need for healthcare providers specializing in complex medical conditions. As both a FNP and PT with extensive training in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), Fibromyalgia, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), and Long COVID, she is equipped with the necessary tools to improve her patient's health and the quality of their lives.

Theresa received her Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Physical Therapy at Northern Arizona University. She continued her education at Duke University where she received her Master of Nursing Science and Doctor of Nursing Practice. She is a member of the US ME/CFS Clinicians Coalition which is made up of the top ME/CFS clinicians and researchers in the country; together they authored the Consensus Statement for the Diagnosis and Treatment of ME/CFS. She is the medical director of the Workwell Foundation and involved in researching treatments for ME/CFS and Long COVID.

Theresa's unwavering dedication lies in delivering empathetic and patient-focused care. She envisions herself as a trusted companion, empowering her patients to navigate crucial medical choices.