About Us

I’m Rachel Millard — A Nurse Practitioner, a Bariatric Patient, and Your Partner in Vitality.

I didn’t just study metabolic health-I lived it

In 2014, I underwent gastric sleeve surgery. It was the best decision of my life, but I quickly learned that surgery is just a tool, not a cure. I’ve navigated the '3-year stall,' fought through the '7-year brain fog,' and managed the complex hormonal shifts that can make you feel like your body is fighting against you.

I realized the medical system excels at acute intervention but often leaves patients stranded during the marathon of maintenance. That gap in care is why I went back to earn my Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP).

Today, I combine over a decade of personal experience with advanced clinical expertise in hormone replacement, metabolic optimization, and weight management. Whether you are navigating life after bariatric surgery, managing menopause, or seeking to reclaim your energy, I built Empower Wellness to be the medical partner I wish I had.

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  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) — University of Michigan Flint

  • Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)

  • Advanced Training: Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) & Obesity Medicine

  • 11-Year Bariatric Success Story

I specialize in complex metabolic health for women and men. My ideal patient is someone who feels exhausted, foggy, or frustrated by weight gain despite their best efforts.

Whether you are battling the hormonal shifts of menopause or the unique challenges of life after bariatric surgery, the root cause is often the same: Your biology needs support.

I help patients who have been told their labs are 'normal' finally find answers—and relief."

Why Empower Wellness?

Expert-Led, Not Algorithm-Fed

While large platforms rely on automated bots and rotating assistants, every patient at Empower works directly with me, Rachel Millard, DNP. You get a specialist’s brain managing your case—not a script-writing algorithm.

We Treat Biology, Not Just Weight

Weight loss isn't just about the scale; it's about your hormones. Unlike clinics that offer a "one-size-fits-all" shot, we synchronize your treatment with the shifting biology of Menopause and Metabolic Stalls. We don't just help you lose fat; we protect your muscle and optimize your energy

Wholesale Access & Transparent Pricing

Stop paying 300% markups for your medication. Our unique membership model gives you direct access to premium, purity-tested medications at cost. For a flat monthly fee, you get the advocacy and expertise of a DNP without the "MedSpa tax.