Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville

08/21/2025

We all know that exercise is an important component to overall well-being, but just how many steps should you aim for if you want to live a longer and healthier life? New research suggests 7,000 is a good target.

Among their findings: Taking 7,000 steps per day was associated with nearly a 50% lower risk of dying compared with the bare minimum of 2,000 steps. Yes, you read that right - 50%!

Check out this informative 4 minute listen from NPR News Correspondent, Will Stone, at https://www.npr.org/2025/08/14/nx-s1-5501610/counting-steps-health-fitness-tracker

08/20/2025

South Asheville & Arden — we’re here for YOU!

With our upcoming second Arden location, getting the compassionate, whole-person care you trust from Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville is now closer to home. That means:

✅ Less drive time, more convenience
✅ High-quality, personalized care right in your neighborhood
✅ Easier access to the same trusted providers (Dr. Chad Krisel, Katey Perry, FNP, Dr. Michael Crowgey, and Liz Frost, MMS, PA-C, MSCP)

We’re thrilled to make it simpler for our South Asheville and Arden patients to stay connected to their health—without the extra commute.

Stay tuned for more details on our opening date! Find us at 2159 Hendersonville Rd., Suite 30 (next to Post 25).

08/19/2025

Building Resilience: A Three-Week Health Reset!

From September 8th–26th, Integrative Family Medicine members are invited to join us for an exclusive 18-day program marking one year since Hurricane Helene impacted our community. Together, we’ll focus on four pillars of resilience: nutrition, movement, stress management, and meaningful connection.

In this supportive group, our experienced staff will guide you through weekly sessions packed with practical tools, evidence-based strategies, and encouragement to help you build lasting habits for a stronger, healthier you.

Ready to strengthen your resilience? Spaces are limited to keep the experience personal—reserve your spot today at https://integrativeasheville.mykajabi.com/offers/PHqzATZC/checkout

08/15/2025

Our Forests. Our Strength.

Integrative Family Medicine donates all after-tax profits from supplement sales at our clinic and through our online dispensary to nonprofits whose missions align with ours. We are honored to support our August nonprofit beneficiary, Dogwood Alliance!

For over 25 years, Dogwood Alliance has advanced environmental justice and climate action by mobilizing diverse voices to protect Southern forests and communities from industrial logging. They promote forest protection as the best solution to climate change, and they partner with communities to develop economic solutions that work with and for our forests.

To learn more and join us in supporting the mission and vision of Dogwood Alliance, visit their website at https://dogwoodalliance.org/

08/14/2025

☀️ Late Summer Wellness Check-In ☀️

Summer may be winding down, but your health and safety habits shouldn’t! A little attention now means a smoother, healthier season ahead:

Hurricane Preparedness: With hurricane season approaching, now is a great time to do a quick home safety check. Trim back any overhanging branches, stock up on clean drinking water and essential supplies, and review your household emergency plan.

Heat & Sun Safety: Sun protection is still important during these last hikes and lake days! Stay hydrated, avoid peak heat hours, and continue using sunscreen and protective clothing (even on cloudy days).

Mosquito & Tick Awareness: Don’t forget—ticks and mosquitoes are still active! Use insect repellent, wear long clothing when outdoors, and do regular tick checks after hikes or time in grassy areas; also empty standing water to reduce mosquito breeding.

08/13/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that our second location—serving Arden and South Asheville—is almost here! To celebrate, we’d love to introduce the amazing providers who will be bringing our integrative, patient-centered care to this new space:

Dr. Chad Krisel – Co-founder of Integrative Family Medicine, board-certified in Family and Holistic Medicine, with global experience from Asheville to Panama, Guatemala, and Haiti. Expert in medical acupuncture, herbalism, and blending modern medicine with nutrition and lifestyle care.

Katey Perry, FNP – Dedicated to women’s health and compassionate care, with experience in both primary care and occupational medicine. She believes in truly listening to each patient’s goals and priorities.

Dr. Michael Crowgey – Family Medicine physician with a fellowship in Integrative Medicine. Passionate about lifestyle as medicine, he works with patients on nutrition, GI/digestive issues, exercise, sleep, mindfulness, and more.

Liz Frost, MMS, PA-C, MSCP – Our very first team member back in 2011! A PA since 2015, she specializes in women’s health, care coordination, and helping patients create sustainable, mindful paths to wellness.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our new location and continue making integrative primary care accessible to all. Stay tuned for our opening date!

We provide the highest standards of care at Integrative Family Medicine Services in Asheville, NC, to help patients live their best lives.

08/12/2025

Back-to-School = Fresh Start 🍎 ✏️ 🎒

“Back-to-school season can feel busy and overwhelming, but it’s also a beautiful opportunity to set new rhythms and health goals.” —Chad Krisel, MD

Don’t miss this month’s provider blog post by our incredible Co-Founder and provider, Chad Krisel, MD, where he shares practical ways to support your family’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being during the back-to-school transition!

To read the full post, visit our website at https://www.integrativeasheville.org/back-to-school-health-tips/

We provide the highest standards of care at Integrative Family Medicine Services in Asheville, NC, to help patients live their best lives.

08/08/2025

✨ BIG NEWS for South Asheville & Arden! ✨

Accessing the trusted, high-quality care you know and love from Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville is about to get even easier...

We’re OPENING a second location at 2159 Hendersonville Rd., Suite 30 in Arden — right next to Post 25!

We're beyond excited to expand our reach and serve even more of our amazing community.

Our team is putting the finishing touches on the new space — stay tuned for behind-the-scenes peeks as we gear up for the big opening this fall!

P.S. Check out the last image of our amazing founders in the new space — it’s a vibe! 😉

08/07/2025

As we approach one year since Hurricane Helene, we’re taking a moment to celebrate a powerful force for good in our WNC community: Babies Need Bottoms Diaper Bank.

Babies Need Bottoms Diaper Bank has officially distributed 2.5 MILLION diapers to families in need—a milestone reached this July!

Since 2017, Babies Need Bottoms has partnered with community-based organizations across WNC to meet essential health and hygiene needs—especially crucial because diapers aren’t covered by programs like SNAP or WIC. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Babies Need Bottoms stepped up in a huge way to ensure our local families had access to this critical, and often overlooked, resource.

“This milestone is more than a number—it’s a symbol of hope, dignity, and care for thousands of families,” said Alicia Heacock, Co-Executive Director of Babies Need Bottoms. “We are deeply grateful to our community for making this possible.”

Let’s lift up this incredible work and keep showing up for one another. When communities care, babies thrive. To read more about their recent milestone in the Citizen Times, visit http://bit.ly/4m4DQuk

08/06/2025

Experiencing health care you can trust is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

At Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville, membership means more than just access—it means partnership. When you join our practice, you're welcomed into a team that includes medical providers, health coaches, and educators—all here to support your whole-person health.

STEP 1: BECOME A MEMBER
Schedule a comprehensive Establish Care appointment — $80 enrollment fee + easy, monthly membership fee https://www.integrativeasheville.org/how-membership-works/

STEP 2: BE HEARD
Share your goals and concerns with your medical provider.
Establish an action plan for your health and well-being
Enjoy 2-3x longer visits than average.

STEP 3: GET HEALTHY
See us for your annual visits, unlimited follow-ups, and urgent care needs.
Consult with our providers and health coach to optimize your wellness.
Stay connected with our patient portal… and more!

Questions? DM us or give our amazing front office team a call at 828-575-9600!

08/05/2025

You’ve heard of primary care—but have you heard of integrative primary care?

At Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville, we go beyond checkboxes and quick fixes. We're about whole-person care because we know that your health is more than just numbers on a chart.

✨ We ask the deeper questions.
✨ We listen to your story.
✨ We help you turn health goals into sustainable action.

Our providers partner with you to build a real, lasting relationship so your care evolves as you do.

Imagine a medical team that sees the big picture and takes into account all facets of your life. That’s integrative primary care. That’s the future of good medicine.

Ready for care built on a deeper understanding of you? To learn more about our approach and experience health care you can trust, visit our website at https://www.integrativeasheville.org/about/

08/04/2025

🌟 🎉 So much to celebrate this week! Please join us in wishing a VERY happy one year work anniversary to our amazing provider, Michael Crowgey, MD! 🎉 🌟

Dr. Crowgey joined us at a truly meaningful time, and over the past year, through both joyful milestones and unprecedented regional challenges, his calm presence, clinical expertise, and compassionate care have been a steady light for our patients and our team. From Virginia to Japan to Arizona — we’re so grateful his journey brought him here to Asheville.

Now proudly calling the Blue Ridge Mountains home, Michael thrives in the outdoors — hiking, biking, and trail running are just a few of his favorite pastimes. Whether he’s gardening, watching documentaries, diving into podcasts, or spending time with loved ones, Michael truly embodies the balanced, intentional lifestyle we encourage for our patients (AND he's currently accepting new patients ages 0-62!).

Thank you, Dr. Crowgey, for sharing your passion, wisdom, and patient-centered care with our team and community. We have been grateful for every day of the past year and look forward to many more celebrations to come!