Welcome, Harlee Palmer, MSW, PA-C

Thrive is happy to welcome Harlee Palmer, MSW, PA-C to the group! Harlee recently passed her boards and is a Certified Functional Medicine provider.

Get to know Harlee in this Thriver Spotlight

What’s your name? 

Harlee Palmer

What is your super power at Thrive?

I have not figured that out yet!

Why did you choose the field of Medicine

I decided to choose the field of medicine because there is ALWAYS something to learn!

Education

Vanderbilt for undergrad and Wingate University for PA school

What’s so special about Thrive?

Thrive is special because everyone works as a team and is so invested in the success of the patients and practice.

Where did you grow up?

New York City

Any Activities/Hobbies outside of Thrive?

Hiking, reading, gardening, biking

If you could recommend one thing to someone new coming to thrive it would be?

I really enjoy the cooking demonstrations and seminars on healthy eating. Sadly COVID has put those in-person activities on hold.

What is your definition of Functional Medicine?

It’s simple, Functional medicine solves problems at the root cause while taking a whole person, wellness approach.

What is the best piece of information you could give to a new patient.

You will be heard and taken seriously at Thrive, the providers take their time with patients and focus on your care.

What’s on your Netflix Que?

Unfortunately, nothing

Dog Kisses on the mouth

Nope!

What’s your favorite class at Thrive? Why?

Cardio HIIT – great workout!

If you could have one Super Power, what would it be?

It would be great if I could transport myself instantly around the universe

Do you believe pineapple should be on pizza? (Gluten-Free, of course)

Yes