Women’s Health & Wellness Care
Feeling “off” shouldn’t be your new normal. At Atlas Health & Wellness, we provide clinician-led, lab-driven women’s health care designed to help you feel balanced, energized, and confident—through every stage of life. Instead of guessing, we look deeper to identify what’s actually driving your symptoms and build a clear plan you can follow.
WHO WE HELP:
Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms?
Hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, low libido, cycle changes, thyroid symptoms, or signs of metabolic imbalance (cravings, energy crashes, belly weight, or difficulty losing weight).
Women often come to Atlas because they don’t feel like themselves—and they’re tired of being told everything is “normal.” If you’re noticing changes that don’t fit your lifestyle or effort, you’re not alone. We support women through common hormone, thyroid, metabolic health, and midlife concerns, including:
Hot flashes and night sweats that disrupt sleep and daily comfort
Sleep issues (trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up exhausted)
Mood changes such as irritability, anxiety, feeling “flat,” or emotional swings
Brain fog—poor focus, forgetfulness, low motivation, and mental fatigue
Stubborn weight gain (especially around the midsection) and difficulty losing weight despite doing the “right” things
Metabolic concerns such as insulin resistance, cravings, energy crashes, and unexplained weight changes
Low libido and sexual wellness changes, including dryness or discomfort
Cycle changes such as heavier or irregular periods, shorter cycles, or skipped cycles
Low energy and fatigue that impacts work, workouts, and family life
Thyroid concerns including symptoms that persist even with “normal” TSH (cold intolerance, hair thinning, constipation, swelling, or sluggish metabolism)
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and related concerns such as irregular cycles, acne, unwanted hair growth, and weight resistance
Perimenopause and menopause transitions, including symptoms that feel vague but clearly affect quality of life
If any of these sound familiar, we’ll help you get clarity on what’s driving them and build a plan that fits your body, your season of life, and your goals.
If any of these sound familiar, we’ll help you get clarity on what’s driving them and build a plan that fits your body, your season of life, and your goals.
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BHRT / Hormone Therapy
Personalized hormone support built around your symptoms, history, and clinical evaluation—designed to help you feel steady, clear, and like yourself again.
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Perimenopause & Menopause Care
Structured, supportive care for midlife hormone changes—hot flashes, sleep disruption, mood shifts, weight changes, and more—without rushed visits or guesswork.
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Thyroid Optimization / Hashimoto’s Support
Deeper thyroid support when symptoms persist beyond “normal” screening labs—aligned to your whole-body picture, not a single number.
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Medical Weight Loss (Hormone-Aware Strategy)
A sustainable approach to fat loss that protects energy and lean mass—may include coaching, comprehensive evaluation, and GLP-1 options for eligible patients.
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Incontinence & Bladder Control Treatment for Women (Emsella®)
A non-invasive option to support bladder control, pelvic strength, and confidence—no surgery and no downtime.
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IV Therapy & Wellness Injections
This program provides targeted support for hydration, energy, and resilience—designed to complement your broader care plan.
What to Expect
We Evaluate
We start by getting to know the real you—your symptoms, your history, and what you want to achieve. This understanding helps us recommend the right clinical evaluations to uncover the root causes of your health concerns. To get a complete picture, we recommend beginning with the Atlas Intake Assessment (Atlas 70™).
Assessment Overview
The assessment involves a conversation that prioritizes your symptoms, ensuring you feel heard and understood. This involves a focused evaluation that takes into account your actual experiences. We tailor our testing recommendations to your personal health goals.
We Personalize
Using your results, we design a clear, actionable plan that fits seamlessly into your life. We structure your health roadmap in manageable phases, so you can take realistic steps toward your goals.
Your personalized plan will feature a prioritized list of actionable next steps, focusing on the most critical tasks first. It also includes custom strategies for nutrition, lifestyle, and recovery. When clinically appropriate, we may recommend medical options such as BHRT/HRT, thyroid support, or metabolic therapies.
We Support
We continue our care long after we create your plan. Every step of the way, we provide follow-ups and make adjustments as your body responds, ensuring you never wonder what's next.
We closely monitor your progress and adjust your plan as needed.
You’ll gain clear, actionable insights on what to expect at every stage.
With expert guidance, we’ll help you navigate every challenge and milestone on your journey to improved health.
How Atlas Approaches Women’s Health
At Atlas, we don’t treat women’s health like a checklist. Your hormones, thyroid function, metabolism, nutrient status, sleep, and stress levels are connected—and when one area shifts, it can affect energy, mood, weight, and overall well-being.
That’s why our approach is lab-driven (when appropriate) and deeply personalized. We begin by listening to your story and utilizing a comprehensive evaluation to make decisions with clarity and confidence, rather than relying on generic protocols.
For most women, the most efficient starting point is the Atlas Intake Assessment (Atlas 70™) to identify patterns that standard screenings often miss. Then we build a structured roadmap with clear phases, priorities, and action steps—plus ongoing support as your body responds. You will receive a full panel report so we can best identify not just one issue but all possible causes of what you are feeling.
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KORI KIRKHOPE
MEDICAL DIRECTOR + NURSE PRACTITIONER
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HANNA FORD
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
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Jackie Neighbarger, APRN-CNP
NURSE PRACTITIONER
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TORI HARROFF
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
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ASHLEY ADDIS
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE + NASM CERTIFIED WELLNESS COACH
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MATIA MATTHEWS
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER + COACH
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Mikayla 'MJ' Little
SKIN CARE SPECIALIST & SKIN CARE PROGRAM MANAGER
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GRETCHEN SPETZ
REGISTERED DIETICIAN
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Brooke Sheasby, CMA
Certified Medical Assistant
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RENEE COOPER
REGISTERED DIETICIAN
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Vicki Kildoo
REGISTERED NURSE
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Ashlyn Murphy
REGISTERED NURSE
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Where should I start if I’m not sure which service I need?
If you’re dealing with a mix of symptoms, like fatigue, weight changes, poor sleep, mood shifts, brain fog or thyroid concerns, start with the Atlas Intake Assessment (Atlas 70™). It’s our most complete starting point and the first step for every hormone, thyroid and medical weight loss plan.
For a single, targeted service such as Emsella®, IV therapy, Emsculpt Neo® or aesthetics, you can book that service directly. Not ready for labs yet? Start with a free InBody scan and consultation.
What’s included in the Atlas 70™?
- A lab panel of 70+ biomarkers: blood health, metabolism, heart and insulin risk, inflammation, a full thyroid panel with antibodies, reproductive hormones, stress response and nutrients.
- A full InBody body composition scan: muscle, body fat, visceral fat, hydration and metabolic rate.
- A deep-dive consultation that connects your results to your symptoms, history and goals.
You leave with a personalized 6–12 month roadmap, with clear phases and a follow-up plan.
Do I need to fast before my lab draw?
Yes. The Atlas 70™ lab draw is a fasting draw. Your InBody scan happens at the same first visit.
Why can’t my regular doctor just order these labs?
Primary care works within insurance limits and short visits, so testing usually stops at basic panels (often a CBC, CMP, lipids and sometimes a TSH). That rarely explains fatigue, brain fog, weight resistance or thyroid symptoms. Symptoms are rarely caused by a single number, so we look at the whole picture.
Will I still need my primary care provider?
Yes. Atlas works alongside your PCP, not in place of them. We focus on hormones, thyroid, weight and metabolic health; your PCP continues to handle acute illness and routine preventive screenings.
Can I do any visits by telehealth?
Yes. Many consultations and follow-ups can be done virtually or by phone when appropriate. Procedures and physical exams happen in our Mount Vernon office.
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What symptoms can Atlas help with?
We commonly support women with perimenopause and menopause symptoms: hot flashes and night sweats, sleep disruption, mood changes, brain fog, low energy, stubborn weight gain, libido changes, cycle changes, thyroid concerns, and metabolic concerns like insulin resistance or PCOS patterns.
How do I know if I’m in perimenopause?
Common signs include irregular cycles, sleep changes, mood shifts, hot flashes and brain fog, often starting in your 40s. No single lab result confirms it, so we look at your symptoms, history and a comprehensive panel together.
Why do labs matter if my hormones fluctuate?
Because many other issues look like perimenopause: thyroid problems, low iron, vitamin deficiencies, blood sugar problems and inflammation. Labs help us find what’s actually driving your symptoms, so we don’t treat the wrong problem.
How do you approach perimenopause and menopause care?
We start by listening closely to your symptoms and goals, then use labs to understand your hormone, thyroid and metabolic patterns. From there we build a structured, step-by-step plan that fits your body and your life, including lifestyle strategy and medical options when clinically appropriate, and we adjust it as you respond. More on perimenopause & menopause care
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What is BHRT, and is it the same as HRT?
HRT is the broad term for hormone replacement therapy. BHRT, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, uses hormones that are structurally similar to the ones your body makes. For women, that can include estrogen, progesterone and testosterone when clinically appropriate. More on BHRT
How do I know if I’m a candidate?
Candidacy depends on your symptoms, medical history and clinical evaluation. Every hormone plan at Atlas starts with the Atlas 70™: labs confirm what’s actually happening, rule out other drivers of your symptoms, and show whether hormone therapy is appropriate for you.
Do I have to do hormone therapy to feel better?
No. Hormone therapy can help eligible patients, but it’s not required. Many women improve with a personalized plan that may include sleep and stress support, nutrition strategy, supplements, thyroid optimization when needed, and other targeted care. We’ll review your options and help you choose what fits.
Do I have to be in menopause to start?
Not at all. Many women start exploring options during perimenopause, when symptoms often begin. The right path depends on your symptoms, your stage and your medical eligibility.
Is hormone therapy safe?
Hormone therapy isn’t right for everyone. We review your risk factors, medical history and clinical eligibility before recommending anything, and we monitor you throughout treatment.
How soon will I feel a difference, and how often are follow-ups?
It varies. Some women notice changes fairly quickly; others need more time and adjustments. We set realistic expectations and clear milestones from the start, then follow a structured follow-up schedule based on your plan and how you’re responding.
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Can thyroid issues affect my weight, energy, mood and sleep?
Yes. Thyroid function influences metabolism, energy, mood, temperature regulation and more. Common symptoms include fatigue, brain fog, weight resistance, feeling cold, constipation, hair thinning, dry skin, puffiness, mood changes and disrupted sleep. More on thyroid care
My TSH was “normal.” Why do I still feel off?
A normal TSH doesn’t always explain persistent symptoms. Your Atlas 70™ includes a more complete thyroid picture than basic screening, including thyroid antibodies, alongside hormones, metabolic markers, inflammation and nutrients.
What is Hashimoto’s, and how is it different from hypothyroidism?
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system can attack thyroid tissue, which may affect thyroid function over time. When it’s clinically indicated, we evaluate autoimmune thyroid markers, not just thyroid hormone levels.
I’m already on thyroid medication. Can you still help?
Yes. We review your current regimen, symptoms and labs to see whether adjustments or additional support may be appropriate. Any medication change is based on clinical evaluation and safety.
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Why am I gaining weight in midlife, even with diet and exercise?
Midlife weight changes can be driven by hormone shifts, thyroid function, insulin resistance, sleep disruption, stress and loss of muscle mass. We identify the real drivers in your case and build a sustainable plan that supports fat loss while protecting muscle and energy. More on medical weight loss
Do I have to use GLP-1 injections to lose weight?
No. GLP-1 medications can be a helpful tool for eligible patients, but they’re not required. Many patients succeed with a structured medical plan that includes nutrition and coaching.
How do you track progress beyond the scale?
With InBody body composition scans, measurements, symptom improvement, energy and sleep, muscle retention and lab trends, not the scale alone.
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Do you offer pelvic floor support for women?
Yes. We offer Emsella®, a non-invasive pelvic floor treatment that uses focused electromagnetic energy to stimulate pelvic floor muscle contractions. Women often come in for urinary leaks (especially with coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercise), urgency and frequency, postpartum changes, midlife pelvic changes or general pelvic floor weakness. More on Emsella®
What is an Emsella® session like?
You stay fully clothed and sit on the chair for about 30 minutes. Most women describe strong pulsing pelvic floor contractions, similar to intense Kegels. It isn’t typically painful, and the intensity is adjusted to your comfort. There’s no downtime, so you can go straight back to your day. Emsella® may not be right for people with certain implanted medical devices or medical conditions; we’ll check at your free consultation.
Can IV therapy be part of my plan?
Yes. IV therapy can complement hormone or weight loss care. We screen for eligibility before every infusion and will tell you if you’re not a good candidate. See IV therapy options
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Do you take insurance?
Atlas does not bill medical insurance for office visits or in-house lab draws. Visits and in-house labs are self-pay, with upfront pricing. We can send prescriptions to your preferred in-network pharmacy for processing through your prescription coverage, and we can provide a superbill for medical visits that you may submit to your insurer for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Once you’re established with us, you may also choose to have future labs drawn at an outside lab using your insurance.
Can I use my HSA or FSA?
Yes. You can pay with an HSA or FSA card for eligible expenses.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. We partner with Cherry so you can spread the cost of your care over time. Terms vary and are subject to approval. See payment plan options
How do I book, and where are you?
Book online anytime, or call (740) 263-6410. New patients complete intake forms before the first visit. We’re at 135 S. Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050, serving Knox County and the surrounding Central Ohio communities. Contact & directions