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Dr. Julie Hinman, NP, DNP is a distinguished family nurse practitioner and the visionary founder of Soal Wellness. With over two decades of experience in family practice and emergency medicine, Dr. Hinman combines her extensive medical background with a deep passion for integrative health. Her approach centers on the belief that nutrition, movement, and a positive mindset are fundamental to achieving optimal health.Dr. Hinman’s commitment to health transformation is reflected in her specialized programs focusing on:Abdominal PainGastritis and UlcersAcid Reflux/BloatingAllergiesHigh Glucose/CholesterolDepressionChronic Pain/Inflammation Blood Sugar and MetabolismStress and AnxietyGut healthAutoimmunity She is an active member of prestigious organizations including the Institute for Functional Medicine, the American Academy of Anti-aging and Longevity Medicine (A4M), and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Her educational credentials include a Master’s of Science in Nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from The University of Arizona, Tucson, alongside a Clinical Weight Management Certification from A4M.As a thriving business owner and respected community leader, Dr. Hinman’s expertise extends beyond individual patient care to broader wellness initiatives. Her speaking engagements and dedication to her personal health journey inspire and educate others on the path to wellness. Through Soal Wellness, she offers personalized strategies that integrate functional medicine principles to enhance health and well-being. Dr. Hinman offers procedures including DEXA scans, or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry scans, which are a type of imaging test used primarily to measure bone mineral density (BMD). This is important for diagnosing and monitoring conditions like osteoporosis, where bones become weak and more susceptible to fractures.