Gut + Hormones.
A deeper approach to understanding your health.
When your body feels out of balance, the symptoms can show up in many ways. Fatigue, digestive discomfort, brain fog, hormone fluctuations, weight changes, and chronic inflammation are often signs that something deeper is happening beneath the surface.
Our functional health program takes a more comprehensive approach. Instead of simply managing symptoms, we look for the underlying factors influencing how your body functions. Through provider-guided care, personalized strategies, and ongoing support, we help you better understand your health and build a path forward that supports lasting wellness.
You’re in the Right Place If…
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Your Labs Say Everything Is “Normal.”
Even when standard labs fall within normal ranges, you may still feel tired, inflamed, or out of balance. A deeper look can help uncover what your body may still be struggling with.
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You Have Ongoing Digestive Issues.
Frequent bloating, reflux, gas, or irregular digestion may be signs that your gut needs deeper support and evaluation.
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You Suspect Hormone Imbalances.
Changes in energy, mood, sleep, or weight can sometimes point to hormonal imbalances affecting how your body functions.
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You Feel Constantly Fatigued or Foggy.
Persistent fatigue, brain fog, or difficulty focusing may signal underlying factors impacting your metabolism and overall health.
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You Are Looking for Real Answers.
If you are tired of managing symptoms without understanding the cause, this approach focuses on identifying what may be driving those issues.
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You Want Provider-Guided Support.
Work with a provider who helps guide your plan, monitor progress, and support meaningful, long-term health improvements.
A Smarter Approach to Functional Health.
True health requires looking at the systems that influence how the body functions every day. Our approach focuses on identifying the factors that may be contributing to imbalance so your care plan is designed around your unique needs.
What Makes Us Different?
• We Dive Deeper
We look beyond symptoms to evaluate gut health, hormones, metabolism, inflammation, and lifestyle factors that may be contributing to imbalance.
• Comprehensive First Visit
Your initial 90-minute appointment allows us to map your full health story, not rush through a quick visit like traditional appointments.
• Lab Testing & Functional Insight
When appropriate, advanced lab testing helps identify underlying issues and guide a more personalized plan.
• Personalized Health Plan
Individualized nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and targeted supplement protocols designed for your unique needs.
• Provider Access Through Spruce
Secure messaging gives you 24/7 access to your provider through the Spruce Health app.
• Ongoing Plan Adjustments
Regular check-ins every three months help monitor progress and adjust your plan as your health improves.
• Accessible Membership
Comprehensive functional health support for $99 per month.
TelhealthMembership Overview
• CNP-Led Functional Care
Led by a Certified Nurse Practitioner focused on gut health, hormones, and whole-body wellness.
• 90-Minute Initial Health Mapping Visit
Your first appointment is dedicated to understanding your full health story, symptoms, and goals.
• Lab Testing When Needed
Targeted testing may be used to uncover root causes affecting digestion, hormones, inflammation, and energy.
• Personalized Protocols
Your plan may include nutrition strategies, lifestyle changes, and targeted supplement protocols.
• Spruce App Communication
Secure messaging allows ongoing communication and support directly with your provider.
• Quarterly Check-Ins
Every-three-month visits help evaluate progress and refine your plan as your body responds.
• Supplement Discounts
Access to high-quality clinical supplements with member pricing to support your plan.
Meet Your Provider.
Valerie R. Moore, DNP, APRN-CNP, EBP-C.
Valerie Moore is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with Megan L. Miller Direct Primary Care, where she provides compassionate, patient-centered care focused on helping individuals improve their overall health and wellness.
She brings experience in family practice along with specialized knowledge in post-bariatric care and weight management. Valerie works closely with patients to understand their unique health journey and develop personalized strategies that support sustainable progress.
A Springfield native, Valerie earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from The Ohio State University and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University College of Nursing, helping educate and mentor the next generation of nurses.
How It Works.
Getting started is simple. Our telehealth program is designed to provide personalized support, clinical guidance, and ongoing accountability without requiring you to be local.
1. Start Your Membership
Enroll and complete your intake forms so your provider can review your health history and goals.
2. Meet With Your Provider
Connect virtually to discuss your symptoms and create a personalized plan.
3. Begin Your Plan
Follow guidance on nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, and prescription support when appropriate.
4. Stay Connected
Use the Spruce Health app to communicate with your provider for ongoing support and adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Clarity for Your Wellness Journey — Everything You Need to Feel Confident and Informed Before You Begin
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Your initial appointment takes place in our Findlay office so we can gather vitals and baseline data. After that, your care continues through secure telehealth, allowing you to attend follow-up visits from wherever you are.
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We focus on hormone imbalance, gut dysfunction, metabolic concerns, weight challenges, fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and preventative optimization. Our approach is root-cause focused and designed to support whole-body wellness rather than symptom management alone.
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Traditional care often focuses on managing symptoms in short visits. Our model provides extended appointment times, comprehensive review of labs and history, and structured follow-up. We look for underlying drivers of imbalance and create a personalized strategy built around your physiology and goals.
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Hormone and Gut Health consultations are approximately 90 minutes for the initial visit. Weight Support visits are structured to allow adequate time for thorough evaluation and planning. Follow-up visits are typically scheduled every 90 days to monitor progress and adjust your plan.
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Not always, but to get a full picture labs are typically needed. We begin with a comprehensive symptom and history review. If additional insight is needed, advanced laboratory testing may be recommended to guide and refine your care plan.
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When clinically appropriate, medications may be included as part of your care plan. Our approach prioritizes root-cause strategies, which may include lifestyle changes, supplementation, and targeted medical interventions when needed.
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Direct Primary Care operates outside of traditional insurance billing. This allows for longer appointments, transparent pricing, and more personalized care.
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Every individual responds differently. Many patients notice improvements in energy, digestion, or clarity within the first several weeks. Sustainable change is built through structured care and consistent follow-up.
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Our team can guide you when you call or text to schedule. We will help you select the path that best aligns with your goals and symptoms.
Check Out Our Supportive Supplements.
Our supplements are curated with intention and clinical precision. Designed to support root-cause healing, each formula meets high standards for quality, purity, and effectiveness.
