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MEET OUR TEAM

Michelle Hinton

MICHELLE HINTON, MSN, APRN-FPA, FNP-BC

I am an entrepreneur and a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Functional and Integrative Medicine. I am the founder of Hinton Optimal Wellness, a cutting-edge health and wellness agency rooted in Functional Medicine. I have worked in the healthcare industry for over 23 years. I have found over this time that traditional medicine is not helping our clients get well, it is only making them sicker. There is very little to no preventative care at this point in our health care system. Traditional medicine providers are taught to only treat/manage when a problem (symptoms) or diagnosis has already occurred, at this point we are too late. We need to prevent chronic disease, not just mask it with a new medication for every symptom that develops.

My vision and goal was to create a team of expert healthcare practitioners to give our clients hope while educating and empowering them to achieve optimal health through our health coaching programs. We use a team of detox health coach experts to help you reach your goals! We provide exceptional personalized care and in return get wildly satisfied clients who cannot stop talking about how good they finally feel and look.

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LISA UTHELL

I am passionate about sharing my pain to purpose story with patients. In my early 40’s my health declined, and I soon became frustrated with the answers that traditional medicine was providing to me. It was Michelle who started me on the road to optimal health, helping me manage my Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and hormones as well as several other issues. Feel free to ask any question to me – I am an open book!

I have a master’s degree in speech/language pathology. I have completed extensive health coaching and functional medicine training.

My husband and I have 4 kids and enjoy our country life. In my free time, I enjoy reading, listening to podcasts (anything health related or Christian based), walking, and baking. I thoroughly enjoy coaching patients on their health journey, encouraging them along every step of the way as well as celebrating the little and big successes with them.

I am here to tell you that you are not crazy, we can find reasons why you feel the way you do, and you are supposed to love the way you feel!

HOW WE ARE DIFFERENT

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Personalized Protocol

One size doesn’t fit all! Through functional labwork, dietary changes, supplement recommendations, reducing toxic exposure (if needed), sleep, lifestyle and more, you and your practitioner will work as a team to find the protocol that works for your unique body and lifestyle. Together, we’ll find what works for you in real life.

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Root Cause Resolution

We use a Bandaid-Free Approach. The prevalent medical model is a pill for every ill. That masks symptoms and can lead to life-long, chronic illness. Functional medicine looks for the root causes of an ailment and addresses them to achieve maximum results. This is likely different from any other approach you’ve tried.

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Science-Based Medicine

Our practitioners have been comprehensively trained in functional medicine and all our programs are rooted in science-based medicine.  But instead of reaching for the prescription pad, we look at the factors that could be causing your symptoms, then help you resolve the issues so you can get back to feeling like yourself again.

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HOW WE BEGAN

Before it all started, I was a small-town Southern Illinois girl who just wanted to help people. I was born an independent and strong-willed little girl and continue to possess those qualities. My life goals were to go to college, earn my degree, get married, have children, live in the country and enjoy our life while helping others along the way.

I obtained my background in health and medicine in a traditional/Western health model, graduating from Kaskaskia Community College in Centralia, IL. with my undergraduate ADN degree in 2001. I worked as a Registered Nurse in the traditional hospital setting as a local and traveling RN for over 15 years, mainly working in the Intensive Care Unit. I then chose to further my education and graduated with my MSN-FNP from Walden University in 2014. From there, I went onto studying and specializing in Integrative and Functional Medicine.

I worked in the traditional medicine model for over 6 years and assumed I would be there until the end. Starting off in Surgery and then transitioning to urgent care and eventually Primary care, it always felt as if I could do more to help others. I had high hopes for myself within Western Medicine and thought I could really make a difference, but what I found was that this model is broken. Working in the traditional medicine seems to lack the ability to get to the root of the problem and improve overall sustainable health. My patients continued to get sicker with each and every medication I prescribed, in spite of my best efforts to provide education on the importance of lifestyle choices and nutrient balance.

I am so grateful I have taken this plunge and jumped out from the “normal” medical society as a Functional and Integrative Medicine Practitioner. I am so humbly proud of this business I have created that will give clients an opportunity to receive individualized, cutting-edge healthcare. Healthcare that provides education, empowerment, and inspiration to make sustainable lifestyle changes that exceeds any and all of their expectations.

In traditional medicine there seems to be more of a concern regarding labeling and diagnosing patients and giving a pill for their ill, not focusing on the most important part, getting to the actual root of the problem and striving for optimal sustainable health. I learned that this system was more about putting a band-aid on a problem and not getting to “why” the band-aid was needed in the first place; what wound are we really covering up? This focus had been more on pharmaceutical gain than taking care of our patients and reversing their disease without the use of medications. Our bodies are not broken, our immune system is not broken, the human body is extremely diverse and smart, it does exactly what it needs to do to survive. I am here to help you figure out why you are not thriving, only surviving. Allow me to take a deep dive into your medical history and together we can put the puzzle pieces back together and you can get back to feeling whole again. You should not feel “bad” or even just “fine”. For so long, many clients have been told you are “fine”, see you in a year. However, you are not fine, you are anything but fine, and you sure don’t feel fine, but no one will listen… I am here to listen. You should exude vibrance and feel strong, sexy, and thin. Let me help you get back there again…

The US Department of Health and Human Services provides: “The HIPAA Privacy Rule establishes national standards to protect individuals’ medical records and other personal health information and applies to health plans, health care clearinghouses, and those health care providers that conduct certain health care transactions electronically.  The Rule requires appropriate safeguards to protect the privacy of personal health information and sets limits and conditions on the uses and disclosures that may be made of such information without patient authorization. The Rule also gives patients’ rights over their health information, including rights to examine and obtain a copy of their health records, and to request corrections.”

  • You acknowledge that our operation of the Program does not constitute the practice of medicine, and specifically does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Hinton Optimal Wellness or anyone affiliated with the Program.
  • You acknowledge that Hinton Optimal Wellness is not a covered entity within the meaning of HIPAA, and that we are not obligated to maintain your records in accordance with its provisions.

 

By purchasing, you understand and acknowledge the following:

Purchasing the Kickstart Bundle does not make you an active client as we do not know your complete health history, current supplements, medications, or pre-existing conditions. All recommendations made are based solely on what we see with the results, not to be construed as medical advice for any person. We are not diagnosing, treating, or giving medical advice with this bundle. We look at possible functional insufficiencies in the body to help heal the body on its own. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment or cure for any condition or disease. Note: Test kits are valid for 1 year and are non-refundable.

You understand that we are not a health care center. If you find yourself in an emergency, please do call 9-1-1.

We advise that you speak with your primary care physician before participating in any program with us. Please note that you are purchasing this program voluntarily and when you purchase any program, you are accepting:

  • Medical Disclaimer
  • Private Policy

 

Your Responsibility:

1. It is your responsibility to notify us at info@hintonoptimalwellness.com once you purchase the Kickstart Bundle. One of our team members will reach out within 3-5 business days and set up your appointment to review your health history and results via Zoom or Phone (you will choose what best fits you). If you are not tech savvy, please opt for a phone call. Our office hours are Monday-Wednesday 9am-3pm. Thursday 9am-12pm. Please include some days and times that would work for you within our business hours so we can more easily have options available for you to schedule your appointment. Please keep in mind we are not responsible for technical issues and do not troubleshoot during the Zoom meeting, you must make sure you have this up and running and ready to go prior to your scheduled appointment.

  • All results will be sent to you prior to your appointment so you will have it on hand for our review.
  • To find a lab that can draw your kit you can call the number on your Access Medical Box.

2. You must also be prompt and available at the time of your appointment. We do realize issues arise, so we will give you 10 minutes to join the zoom meeting (if chosen), if a phone call is chosen, we call one time at the time of the appointment. You will have a 10-minute window to return our call. After 10 minutes, if we have had no contact from you, your appointment will be cancelled. You will be responsible to call or email back to reschedule at your convenience. If arriving at your appointment late, this will not extend your appointment, you will get only the allotted time for your appointment with respect to our other scheduled visits.

You also understand that this program is non-refundable upon purchase.

The US Department of Health and Human Services provides: “The HIPAA Privacy Rule establishes national standards to protect individuals’ medical records and other personal health information and applies to health plans, health care clearinghouses, and those health care providers that conduct certain health care transactions electronically.  The Rule requires appropriate safeguards to protect the privacy of personal health information and sets limits and conditions on the uses and disclosures that may be made of such information without patient authorization. The Rule also gives patients’ rights over their health information, including rights to examine and obtain a copy of their health records, and to request corrections.”

  • You acknowledge that our operation of the Program does not constitute the practice of medicine, and specifically does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Hinton Optimal Wellness or anyone affiliated with the Program.
  • You acknowledge that Hinton Optimal Wellness is not a covered entity within the meaning of HIPAA, and that we are not obligated to maintain your records in accordance with its provisions.

By purchasing, you understand and acknowledge the following:

Purchasing the Total Body Immersion Program does not make you an active client as we do not know your complete health history, current supplements, medications, or pre-existing conditions. All recommendations made are based solely on what we see from the results, not to be construed as medical advice for any person. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment or cure for any condition or disease. Note: Test kits are valid for 1 year and are non-refundable.

You understand that we are not a health care center. If you find yourself in an emergency, please do call 9-1-1.

We advise that you speak with your primary care physician before participating in any program with us. Please note that you are purchasing this program voluntarily and when you purchase any program, you are accepting:

  • Medical Disclaimer
  • Private Policy
Your Responsibility:
  1. It is your responsibility to notify us at info@hintonoptimalwellness.com when your testing is complete and shipped off to the lab. One of our team members will reach out within 3-5 business days and set up your appointment to review your results via Zoom or Phone (you will choose what best fits you). If you are not tech savvy, please opt for a phone call. Our office hours are Monday-Wednesday 9am-3pm. Thursday 9am-12pm. Please include some days and times that would work for you within our business hours so we can more easily have options available for you to schedule your appointment. Please keep in mind we are not responsible for technical issues and do not troubleshoot during the Zoom meeting, you must make sure you have this up and running and ready to go prior to your scheduled appointment.
  • All results will be sent to you prior to your appointment so you will have it on hand for our review.
  • To find a lab that can draw your Spectracell kit within your area, please visit Spectracell.com and click on “Draw sites”. We have no control over drawing sites, this will be the client’s responsibility to find a lab draw site.
  1. You must also be prompt and available at the time of your appointment. We do realize issues arise, so we will give you 10 minutes to join the zoom meeting (if chosen), if a phone call is chosen, we call one time at the time of the appointment. You will have a 10-minute window to return our call. After 10 minutes, if we have had no contact from you, your appointment will be cancelled. You will be responsible to call or email back to reschedule at your convenience. If arriving at your appointment late, this will not extend your appointment, you will get only the allotted time for your appointment with respect to our other scheduled visits.

You also understand that this program is non-refundable upon purchase.