Melissa Cruz is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience caring for patients across all ages. She specializes in hormone replacement therapy and medically guided weight loss, with a passion for treating the whole person and supporting long-term health through personalized, evidence-based care.

Outside of practice, Melissa is a proud mom to two boys and an active patient advocate through her work with BDSUMHAC. She is especially dedicated to helping moms find the energy and balance they need to thrive in both family life and personal wellness.

Melissa Cruz is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience cari... Read More

Missy Joplin, RN

Wife, mother, grandmother, and dog lover, Missy Joplin is passionate about helping others be better, feel better, and live better. Originally from Wilmington, NC, she now calls Clayton NC, home.

With a well-rounded nursing career and a love for lifelong learning, Missy is a fierce advocate for her patients and believes in natural, holistic approaches to prevent disease whenever possible. She specializes Breeze Facials, Wondertouch treatments, IV therapies, and Botox and loves to assist others to be the best version of themselves. She believes when you invest in yourself, everything else benefits and that wellness begins with you.

Beyond nursing, Missy is a dedicated Wellness Educator and Green Compass Global Advocate. She embraces the power of positive thinking, loves to laugh, and finds joy in reading, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

Missy Joplin, RN Wife, mother, grandmother, and dog lover, Missy Joplin is passionate about help... Read More

Dr. Michele Kim is a co-founder of Meliora Wellness and a nationally respected advanced practice provider with more than two decades of clinical experience. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Johns Hopkins University and has been a registered nurse since 2003 and a nurse practitioner since 2007.

Dr. Kim is a Master Injector, specializing in full-face aesthetic solutions with a focus on natural, balanced, and individualized results. Her clinical expertise also includes hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and medical weight-loss management, where she blends evidence-based medicine with a personalized, whole-patient approach.

Known for her precision, clinical judgment, and patient-centered care, Dr. Kim is deeply committed to helping patients feel confident, healthy, and empowered at every stage of their wellness journey.

Dr. Michele Kim is a co-founder of Meliora Wellness and a nationally respected advanced practice ... Read More

Julie Weathers, MSN, FNP-BC, RNFA Family Nurse Practitioner | Hormone Replacement Therapy Provider

Julie Weathers is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse First Assist who serves as a Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) provider at Meliora Wellness. She brings a broad and deeply rooted clinical background spanning surgical, inpatient, outpatient, and procedural care, allowing her to approach hormone health through a comprehensive, whole-patient lens.

Julie’s experience includes advanced practice roles in neurosurgery and wound care, as well as extensive operating room experience as an RN First Assist supporting complex neuro, orthopedic spine, vascular, and general surgical procedures. This foundation has shaped her meticulous, safety-focused, and highly individualized approach to care. In her HRT practice, she looks beyond lab values alone—integrating medical history, symptoms, lifestyle factors, and patient goals to develop thoughtful, evidence-based treatment plans.

A passionate advocate for hormone health and patient advocacy, Julie is committed to patient education and shared decision-making. She prioritizes clear communication and strong therapeutic relationships so patients feel heard, informed, and empowered throughout their care journey.

At Meliora Wellness, Julie is proud to provide personalized hormone and wellness care that blends clinical excellence with compassion, supporting patients in optimizing health, vitality, and long-term well-being.

Julie Weathers, MSN, FNP-BC, RNFA Family Nurse Practitioner | Hormone Replacement Therapy Provide... Read More