Meet Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP – Functional Medicine and Holistic Health Specialist
DNP: Doctor of Nursing Practice, Old Dominion University
APNP: Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber
Dr. Kelly is a distinguished practitioner specializing in functional medicine and holistic health with over 30 years of dedicated experience in healthcare. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Old Dominion University and has acquired numerous certifications and trainings in functional medicine, regenerative medicine, restorative medicine, cellular healing and nutrition. Dr. Kelly is passionate about a holistic and natural integrative approach to healthcare, which she provides at Discovery Health Healing Center. Her practice stands out for its commitment to finding the cause of symptoms, being patient-centered, where each treatment plan is tailored to address the root causes of health concerns rather than merely managing symptoms. Dr. Kelly’s extensive medical background includes critical care, ICU, heart surgery, heart and lung transplant surgery and cardiology, which enriches her approach for TRUE health with deep clinical expertise and compassion.
At Discovery Health Healing Center, Dr. Kelly emphasizes functional medicine and preventative healthcare, blending advanced therapies such as IV nutrition therapy, bioidentical hormone therapy, and light therapy (photobiomodulation) with lifestyle modifications to achieve lasting wellness for her patients. Her wellness philosophy is deeply influenced by her own health journey, which fuels her commitment to empowering others to take charge of their health. Dr. Kelly’s patients appreciate her ability to connect with them on a personal level, providing support that goes beyond physical health to encompass mental and emotional well-being. With a focus on long-term health outcomes by healing at a cellular level, she strives to give her patients the tools they need for sustainable wellness and vitality.
“I have been working with Dr. Kelly for 6 months now and I am so grateful I found this place! I used to struggle just to make it through the day with such low energy, I would dread the afternoons. Within a month of working with Dr. Kelly, I realized I was enjoying life again, and I had the energy to get through the day.”
“I started working with the team at Discovery Health a little over 2 months ago after a recommendation I received from an ER nurse. I have suffered from lingering effects of having Covid for a long time. I am finally seeing results after suffering for so long. The staff is so helpful, and all are so kind and compassionate. They truly want you to feel the best. I am just so thankful I found them when I did, I had lost hope of every feeling better again. You are a blessing!”
“I have been working with Dr. Kelly for two years. Her style is to find the root cause of issues and help eliminate the triggers that are causing them. Passion, Teacher, Researcher, Professional, Trouble Shooter, Available, and Caring are a few of what I experience working with Kelly. Highly recommend her services.”
“My situation for seeing Dr. Kelly mainly stemmed from having an under-active thyroid. We tested my food allergies and hormones and got to work. I believe that over time I had forgotten what it was like to actually feel good, and had just accepted how I felt, chalking it up to changes as you age. Well that couldn’t be further from the truth! With some life changes in the food department and a few supplements to help my body change and heal, Dr. Kelly’s coaching and approach to health continues to make a huge impact on my journey.”
“Had major health issues, Dr Kelly created a protocol based on my symptoms and to this day have felt the best since 2018. Remembering my issues didn’t happen overnight and trusting her professionalism guided me to a much better understanding of how to heal with the right protocol.”
Education & Training
Doctor of Nursing Practice
DNP, Old Dominion University, 2015
Masters of Nursing Science
MSN, Marquette University, 1999
Bachelors of Nursing Science
BSN, Carroll/
Certifications
Certifications & Specialty Training Achieved in: Functional Medicine, Integrative Nutrition, Restorative Medicine, T3 Therapy, IV Nutrition Therapies, Herbal Fellowship, Biote Hormone Certified Practitioner, Mold Illness Practitioner, Low Level Laser Therapy Certified, Iasis Certified Provider, EBOO Training Certification, Neural Therapy Training
Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, Specialty Services
- Functional Medicine – Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, specializes in functional medicine, focusing on identifying and addressing underlying health issues through natural, evidence-based methods. Her approach integrates lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments, and advanced therapeutic techniques to promote long-term wellness.
- Holistic Health – Dedicated to a holistic perspective, Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, combines traditional medical insights with integrative practices to treat the whole person, aiming to enhance both physical and emotional well-being.
- Preventative Healthcare – Prevention is a cornerstone of Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, philosophy. She empowers patients with tools to prevent disease through healthy habits, nutrition, and proactive healthcare choices.
- Critical Care and Cardiology – With an extensive background in ICU, heart surgery, and transplant procedures, Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, applies her critical care expertise to functional and integrative healthcare, offering patients insights grounded in years of clinical experience.
Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, Treatment Philosophy
Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, medical philosophy is rooted in empowering her patients to take control of their health. She emphasizes disease prevention and reversal through personalized, holistic care and lifestyle modifications. Influenced by her own health journey, Kelly Felmer, DNP, APNP, focuses on discovering the root causes of health issues and creating individualized treatment plans that foster long-term wellness. She uses functional and holistic medicine, along with lifestyle changes, to help patients achieve optimal health.