Meet The Mavens
We are women that have been there and done that. Well, we are here and still doing it.
We each have our own story, have overcome health hurdles, and are in endless pursuit of being on the cutting edge of all things health and wellness. We are here to help you thrive! We have decades of experience with traditional and integrative healthcare, advanced training in integrative nutrition, and backgrounds in clinical directorship and oversight, which have empowered us to offer a high-level, high-value virtual functional medicine experience. We are so excited to partner with you on your health and hormone journey!
Angela Fernandez, NP-C, MSN, MBA
With almost a decade of dedicated experience in functional medicine, Angela is a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner specializing in hormone optimization. Grounded in a solid academic foundation, Angela holds a Bachelor’s in Chemistry and Material Science and Engineering from UCLA and a dual Master’s in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner and MBA from Pepperdine University. In addition to her conventional education, Angela has also trained at the Institute of Functional Medicine and American Academy of Anti Aging Medicine.
As a Functional Medicine Provider, Angela has been at the forefront of personalized healthcare, focusing on treating the root causes of health issues from a holistic perspective rather than just addressing symptoms. Specializing in hormone and peptide therapy, Angela has demonstrated a profound understanding of the intricate balance of the endocrine system and the potential of peptides in enhancing overall health and well-being. And with a commitment to holistic health, Angela places a strong emphasis on gut health and detoxification as a crucial component of preventive care, along with diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management. This approach aligns with Angela’s belief in the body’s innate ability to heal when provided with the right support and environment. Angela is dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to achieve lasting vitality.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry/Material Science and Engineering, UCLA
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Wagner College
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Pepperdine University
- Master of Science in Nursing, Chamberlain University (summa cum laude)
- Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
My Journey
From the starting gate, I knew I was not meant for allopathic medicine. Prior to finishing my medical program, I suffered from severe fatigue. It was during my last clinical rotation working with a functional medicine physician that I discovered I had adrenal fatigue. I had never heard of the term because it is not a recognized medical diagnosis. When I went to my primary care doctor, he ran a blood panel and told me everything was normal. I knew something was wrong. I went from juggling a demanding work/school schedule, running five miles per day, and living a vibrant life, to a level of debilitating fatigue I could never have imagined. I was so blessed to be rotating through the ideal clinic to learn the skills and appropriate treatments that would eventually bring me back to health. From that point, I never looked back and only wanted to practice functional medicine.
Emmy Higinbotham, IHP
Emmy, AKA Emmalee Higinbotham is a Certified Integrative Healthcare Practitioner, Certified Nutrition Coach, Personal Trainer and 20+ year veteran in Directing Integrative Healthcare Clinics and Laboratories. Emmy is also the Co-Founder of Macro Mavens, the sister company to Medical Mavens. She is passionate about using and providing tools to allow anybody interested to live a thriving life full of abundance, longevity and simple goodness. As a Mom to two busy farm boys, an avid adventurer and multiple business owner, she recognizes and understands a busy and complex life. For that very reason, she is determined to be a part of creating simple, easily accessible tools to allow people to have both health and hormone harmony from the privacy of their own homes and on their own terms and time! She really believes the more balance we can have as individuals, the more beautiful our communities and connections can be!
After working for several decades in the healthcare industry, Emmy saw how truly broken the system is. Heathcare really has become sick care and Emmy desperately wants to see more emphasis put on foundational health, disease reversal and prevention. Macro Mavens was birthed out of this desire in which the MM team provides one on one customized coaching for optimal nutrition and focuses on the pillars of wellness including reducing chronic inflammation, deep sleep, stress resiliency, movement and hydration. Working with clients in reaching their goals while creating lasting habits has been so rewarding. The Macro Mavens team would often work with clinicians on client outcomes and see time and time again see the natural balance in hormones, energy, sleep, etc. Emmy & Haley (founders of Macro Mavens) also recognized the power of working closely with client’s healthcare providers for a true partnership in optimal health. This rings especially true in the area of health and hormone harmony. Medical Mavens was birthed from the idea that having a like-minded sister company with the most stilled medical providers would allow for a beautiful marriage for ideal client outcomes where the right hand and left hand could work together! Emmy’s vision for whole body wellness, accessible to all with straight forward, tangible steps is really the marriage of both Macro Mavens and Medical Mavens!
In addition to pursuing her passion of impacting the health of the masses, Emmy lives on an active hay farm and is the co-owner in a Jiu Jitsu and Parkour gym on her farm. She loves to adventure and explore with family and friends and is committed to seeing God’s beauty and seeking joy in everything around her! Emmy can’t wait to see how the impact of both Macro Mavens and Medical Mavens continues to unfold!
Haley Maddox
When not out adventuring Haley can usually be found pouring over travel blogs and books seeking out new places to explore and visit. There is nowhere in the world she wouldn’t visit (for real)! Haley wears many different hats in her life, and she wouldn’t have it any other way.
Haley has been a teacher of non-English speaking children for 20+ years, a fitness coach for over 10 years, and an owner of Macro Mavens. Haley has always had a deep respect for health and wellness. Her journey started at a young age watching her parents run marathons and live healthy lifestyles. Growing up in an active home planted seeds that are still bearing fruit to this day! Haley has always strived to be the healthiest version of herself in her day to day life, focussing on nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress resilience, and more! Functional Medicine has always been a curious draw for Haley. The idea of finding the root cause of health concerns has always been attractive, and being able to offer that kind of help to others brings a new joy and excitement to Haley’s life. With a deep passion for health and wellness, Haley is beyond excited to add Medical Mavens to her adventures!
Meagan Eykelbosch
Meagan is a devoted professional with extensive experience in business ownership. Over the past 25 years, she has explored various facets of health and wellness, including functional medicine, hormone balance, alternative medical treatments, and recently, peptide therapy. Her journey commenced with a certification in plant-based nutrition, leading to further education and training in health coaching.
Driven by a passion for holistic health, Meagan is proficient in diverse dietary approaches and natural treatments to promote graceful aging, while also supporting others in their wellness endeavors.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Meagan finds fulfillment in weightlifting, pursuing ongoing education, and cherishing moments with her family. She is committed to empowering individuals to reach their health and fitness aspirations, whether it involves elegant aging, weight loss, or marathon training, Meagan is committed to guiding you toward optimal health and wellness with her expertise and passion.
The Medical Mavens Principles
Welcome to Medical Mavens, where we’re all about treating the root, not just the fruit! We believe in healing from the cellular dance floor up, not just masking symptoms. Your health? It’s like your personal masterpiece, not a prescription checklist. Personalized medicine and nutrition? We’re making it as common as your favorite playlist. No more algorithm guessing games—humans deserve a top-notch healthcare remix.
Now, let’s talk hormones—those rockstars of well-being! Our hormone harmony mission involves creating a personalized plan with you, factoring in all the elements spicing up those imbalances. And guess what? Our evaluations and testing? Picture doing it all from your comfy couch. You’re the boss here—decide how deep you dive based on your vibe and budget.
Ready to roll? Click “Schedule Now” for a front-row seat to a comprehensive consultation with our skilled Medical Mavens provider.
Let the health jam begin! 🎸🩺