Meet the Julian Healthcare Team
Susan Julian, NP and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner
In 2008 I was attending a nurse practitioner conference in Branson, MO where I heard a compounding pharmacist speak about female hormone imbalance symptoms, testing, and treatment with compounded “bio-identical” hormones and the science behind it. And, I was thinking “oh my gosh…this describes a large number of females that I see.” They come seeking a solution for their anxiety, weight gain, depression, insomnia, etc. and I give them a pill which doesn’t make them better. It was a real “aha!” moment for me that changed my personal and professional life forever! It was a huge revelation from God.
I started devouring research articles, attending integrative hormone educational events and reading books. I, then, put it into practice and began treating patients differently. I began seeing women’s lives changed. It was exciting! Then I had the revelation that integrative medicine had a place for the whole person, not just as hormone treatment.
It was about that time, now 2-3 years later, that I heard the term functional medicine. I originally took an online functional medicine certification course, then a couple of years later I began taking the Institute for Functional Medicine’s training program and received certification from them in 2017. All the while I was seeing patients as part of a large traditional family practice group which was challenging. At the end of 2016, God opened doors that led me to fulfill a long-time dream of owning my own clinic and March 2017 we opened Julian Healthcare. I am a lifelong student and still enjoy researching to help people get their lives back!
Erin Cuff, Health Coach and Assistant
As a Health Coach I work to help you (the patient!) make the lifestyle changes that are necessary to see improvements with your health and help you reach your goals. I also help Susan implement new things within the practice so we can continue to grow and better serve you!
I have a background working as a Radiology Technologist in the hospital. As a tech, I performed a lot of GI Fluoroscopy exams. The lack of answers that patients would receive after exams was where my dive into Functional Medicine began. It was here that I started learning more about gut health, diet, the microbiome and so much more. I had the opportunity to do a Health Coaching program during COVID (2021) and joined Susan in her practice in 2023.
I have a sweet husband, two precious kiddos and a dog. We love being outside, adventuring to different playgrounds, playing pickleball, taking walks and serving locally with our church. I love reading and researching all health related things, trying new healthy products and working out. I love a good Hallmark movie, because I love the predictable endings. I don’t watch movies often, but when I do, it better have a happy ending!
I am very much a realist when it comes to working with you on your goals! I understand life is so busy, and I am looking forward to working with you to help you with accountability and finding that balance with health and life!
Vanessa Tannous, Office Assistant
I have been married since 1998 and have 4 children. I have lived in Indiana for 12 years and enjoy the farm life my family and I are able to live! We enjoy raising our own grass-fed beef and cooking meals from scratch. We are also very busy serving as a family in our local church.
I began my journey to natural healthcare when my children were very small. I fortunately had a chiropractor that led me to look into natural methods and it led me to find a holistic pediatrician for my children. That pediatrician taught me so much and it changed the way we dealt with the health of our children and ourselves!
After moving to Indiana, I had not been able to find anyone who had the same medical philosophy as myself, however, in 2017, I was excited to meet Susan when she opened her practice in Hagerstown! Not long after I met Susan, I began filling in at the office whenever she needed me to. In 2020 I helped work to get the supplement auto-ship started and have continued to work monthly to send supplements out to our patients. When the office assistant position became available this year, it felt natural to step right into the position and I was thankful I was given the opportunity.
I look forward to helping you reach your health goals in any way I can!
Fees and Payment Options
Julian Healthcare Clinic does not have contracts with any insurance carriers. This means your investment in your health is due at the time of service, and you can work with your insurance company for reimbursement. Some insurance companies may not provide reimbursement. Our goal is to provide optimal care without intervention by an insurance company. Our fee schedule for appointments with Susan is as follows:
- Initial Visit: $450 (this includes 1 hour with Susan Julian, NP, and an appointment with our health coach)
- Follow Up: $165 (30 minutes for follow up, sick appointment, wellness physical, well-child visit, or any other appointment after the initial visit)
You can schedule an appointment and find our complete fee list here.
Susan Julian, NP and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner
Erin Cuff, Health Coach and Assistant
Vanessa Tannous, Office Assistant
