Dr. Ellie Hethcox is a board-certified nurse practitioner with 20 years experience, specializing in weight loss, peptide therapy, anti-aging medicine & hormone optimization therapy. Originally from Galveston, Texas, Dr. Hethcox earned her bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Austin, followed by a master's degree from UTMB in Galveston. She completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at Texas Woman's University in Dallas, TX. Dr. Hethcox is a practitioner, but she is also a patient who has struggled with obesity. Through the very therapies she prescribes, she has successfully lost over 40lbs, improving her high blood pressure & high cholesterol! Her personal journey gives her a unique perspective, allowing her to connect with patients on a deeper level & provide compassionate, firsthand guidance. Beyond her professional career, Dr. Hethcox is passionate about rescuing animals, playing ping pong & spending quality time with her family.