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The clinical team at Optimized Health — Joplin, MO
Optimized Health
Your Clinical Team

Real Clinicians.
Real Results.
Real Care.

We started Optimized Health because too many patients were being underserved — given a prescription and sent on their way. We believe you deserve a team that actually understands your health and stays with you.

Meet the Team
(417) 707-1150

4,000+ patients · 5.0★ (190+ reviews) · Telehealth in 5 states

Our Story

Built by Patients Who Got Tired of Being Overlooked

10+
Years in Practice Clinical experience across obesity medicine, hormone optimization & regenerative care.
4K+
Patients Served In-clinic in Joplin, MO and via telehealth across 5 states.
190+
5-Star Reviews Consistently rated among the top clinics in the 4-States region.

Optimized Health was founded by Mathew and Michelle Hammons after years of watching patients cycle through a healthcare system that treated symptoms instead of people. Too many clinics prescribe a pill and move on. We wanted to build something different — a practice where every patient gets the time, the testing, and the attention they deserve.

Today, our clinical team has served over 4,000 patients across five states. We specialize in medical weight loss, hormone optimization, peptide therapy, and IV nutrient therapy — all under one roof, all guided by the same philosophy: understand the root cause, build a personalized plan, and stay with you until the results speak for themselves.

Your Clinical Team

The People Behind Your Results

Every member of our team brings 10+ years of clinical experience — and a genuine commitment to knowing you as a person, not just a patient.

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Mathew Hammons

PA-C — Lead Clinician

PA-C Obesity Medicine Hormone Optimization 10+ Years

Matt leads every clinical decision at Optimized Health. With over a decade of experience in obesity medicine, hormone optimization, and peptide therapy, he builds every protocol around your labs, your goals, and your life. Patients consistently describe him as thorough, responsive, and genuinely invested in their outcomes. He leads your care team and stays personally involved at every step — from your first evaluation through long-term maintenance.

Specialty Focus

Medical Weight Loss TRT Women's HRT Peptide Therapy

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Michelle Hammons

Registered Nurse (RN)

RN IV Therapy Specialist Nutritional Guidance 10+ Years

Michelle brings a clinician's eye and a coach's heart to every patient interaction. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in administering IV therapies and helping patients navigate their wellness journey through nutritional strategy and lifestyle coaching. Patients value her ability to translate complex health concepts into clear, actionable steps — and her knack for making every visit feel personal.

Specialty Focus

IV Therapy Patient Education Nutrition Lifestyle Coaching
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Hilary Riley

Registered Nurse (RN)

RN Emergency & Trauma Whole-Patient Care 10+ Years

Hilary Riley came to Optimized Health from a career in emergency and trauma nursing — the kind of environment where you learn to read patients quickly and act decisively. That acute-care instinct now powers a very different kind of practice: one focused on walking alongside patients through long-term health transformations. She provides whole-patient support including IV therapy administration, wellness coaching, and the kind of honest, grounded encouragement that keeps patients on track.

Specialty Focus

IV Therapy Patient Guidance Life Coaching Whole-Patient Wellness
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Lauren Mitchell

Registered Nurse (RN)

RN Acute & Trauma Care Patient Advocacy 10+ Years

Lauren's background in acute and trauma care taught her something most healthcare settings don't emphasize: how to truly listen. At Optimized Health, she channels that attentiveness into every patient relationship — anticipating needs, keeping patients informed, and making sure no question goes unanswered. Her approach blends clinical expertise with genuine advocacy for each patient's goals.

Specialty Focus

Patient Care IV Therapy Lifestyle Counseling Patient Advocacy
Our Approach

What Makes Optimized Health Different

Root-Cause Medicine

Your body is a system. We don't treat isolated symptoms — we identify the metabolic, hormonal, and nutritional root causes driving them, then build one integrated plan that addresses everything together.

Concierge-Level Access

You'll never feel like a number. Our team is responsive, accessible, and genuinely invested in your progress. Questions between visits? Text or call — we're here.

Transparent, Honest Pricing

We're a cash-pay practice — no insurance middlemen, no surprise bills, no prior authorizations. You know exactly what your care costs before you start. HSA/FSA accepted.

Long-Term Partnership

We don't prescribe and disappear. Regular check-ins, plan adjustments, and ongoing monitoring are built into every program. Your results are our reputation — we stay with you.

Recognition

Best of the 4-States

Voted Best of the 4-States for 4 consecutive years by the communities we serve.

Best of the 4-States 4 Consecutive Years
GOOGLE RATING
★★★★★
5.0
190+ verified patient reviews
PATIENTS SERVED
4,000+
Across in-clinic and telehealth
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
45+
Combined years of RN clinical practice
VERIFIED PRACTICE
LegitScript certified seal
Independently verified by LegitScript
Common Questions

What You Should Know About Optimized Health

Who runs Optimized Health?

Optimized Health is led by Mathew Hammons, PA-C — a board-certified physician assistant with over 10 years of experience in obesity medicine, hormone optimization, and peptide therapy. The clinical team includes three registered nurses, each with 10+ years of experience spanning emergency medicine, trauma care, IV therapy, and whole-patient wellness coaching. Together, the team brings over 45 years of combined clinical experience.

What services does Optimized Health offer?

Optimized Health offers six core services: medical weight loss (semaglutide, tirzepatide, and oral medications), testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men, women's hormone replacement therapy (bioidentical HRT), peptide therapy, IV therapy with 14 formulations plus NAD+ and glutathione injections, and FDA-cleared laser hair removal. All services are clinician-supervised and available in-clinic in Joplin, MO. Weight loss, hormone therapy, and peptide therapy are also available via telehealth in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Utah, and Washington.

Is Optimized Health a legitimate medical practice?

Yes. Optimized Health is a LegitScript-certified medical practice located at 2727 E 32nd St, Suite 9, Joplin, MO 64804. All treatments are prescribed by licensed clinicians after thorough medical evaluation. The practice has served over 4,000 patients and maintains a 5-star rating across 190+ Google reviews. Optimized Health has been voted Best of the 4-States for four consecutive years.

Does Optimized Health accept insurance?

Optimized Health is a cash-pay practice, which means no insurance billing, no prior authorizations, and no surprise bills. This model allows the team to spend more time with each patient and provide concierge-level care. Pricing is transparent and provided upfront. HSA and FSA accounts are accepted for all services.

What states does Optimized Health serve via telehealth?

Telehealth appointments are available for patients in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Utah, and Washington. Telehealth covers medical weight loss consultations, hormone therapy management, peptide therapy protocols, and follow-up care. Lab work can be completed at a local draw site. Laser hair removal and IV therapy require in-person visits at the Joplin, MO clinic.

FAQ

Questions About Our Practice

We're located at 2727 E 32nd St, Suite 9, Joplin, MO 64804. We also serve telehealth patients in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Utah, and Washington.
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM CST. We're closed on weekends and major holidays.
No referral is needed. You can schedule a consultation directly with our team. Free informational calls are also available on request if you'd like to learn more before committing.
You can call us at (417) 707-1150, email admin@optimized.care, or use the contact form on any page of our website. For weight loss, you can also take our eligibility quiz to get started.
Absolutely. Many patients use multiple services — for example, combining medical weight loss with hormone optimization or adding peptide therapy to a TRT program. Your clinician will build an integrated plan based on your clinical evaluation.
A list of current medications, any recent lab work (if available), and a clear sense of your health goals. We'll handle the rest — including ordering any labs or diagnostics needed.
Yes. Full telehealth services are available in MO, KS, IA, UT, and WA for most services. Laser hair removal and IV therapy require in-person visits.
Yes. We follow all HIPAA guidelines for protected health information. Your medical records and personal data are kept strictly confidential.
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