We heard you, and we are growing to meet the needs of our members and community. Plus we are now accepting New Members!

We’re excited to announce that Martina Paiz, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) is joining our team! Martina was introduced (with glowing reviews) to our practice by Cat, as the two worked together in community health for many years. We are excited that Martina will join our practice to help us extend our access and reopen our practice to new members! She will also offer Reiki treatments, which we will tell you more about next month!

A hello to the DOPC community and members from Martina: 

I’m thrilled to join the incredible team at Direct Osteopathic Primary Care. My path has taken many twists and turns to get here, and as a result I bring a diversity of interests, experiences and education in support of your wellness goals.  

I believe you are not the summation of your body parts, nor defined by your ailments; you are your lived experience as well. After years of navigating the constraints of the healthcare system, I consciously sought out a practice shift to a direct primary care model where the patient-provider relationship is at the center and the offerings are holistic.

Caring for your energetic body is just as essential to your overall wellness as supporting the health and longevity of your physical body. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to add Reiki to my clinical practice as it is so nourishing to the nervous system!

~Martina

About me

I grew up in coastal Virginia, crabbing and splashing in the waves. I completed an interdisciplinary degree in Latin American Studies with a heavy emphasis in Anthropology. This offered a foundational lesson for a future health+care provider: our stories are important; they are a part of us.  

After graduation, I worked as a health educator for a nonprofit whose mission was to increase farmworkers’ access to care at migrant health centers. That’s when I realized my dream of becoming a nurse practitioner.

It was around then that I met a man from Denver and love brought me to Colorado. I attended the University of Colorado for my nursing and graduate education and spent 17 years working as a primary care provider in local community health centers before joining DOPC. My husband and I have 3 daughters, and we love spending time together indoors and outdoors. While I miss the ocean, I love the Colorado sunshine and enjoy outdoor activities in all four seasons.

My Expertise:

As you are working on your New Year’s Resolutions, we wanted to officially introduce you to our newest piece of equipment in the office, our Seca Body Composition Analyzer!!! 

A body composition analysis (BCA) is an excellent way to kickstart your health goals by gaining a detailed understanding of your body's makeup, including muscle mass and fat percentage, providing a baseline to track progress throughout the year. This valuable insight allows tailoring your diet and exercise plan to specifically address your needs, whether it's building muscle, reducing body fat, or improving overall fitness. By identifying areas for improvement, you can make informed decisions about your nutrition and workout routine, optimizing your health and potentially reducing your risk of chronic diseases associated with unhealthy body composition.

We are offering a discount on the BCA! 

For the month of February, it will be $75 to have the analysis done and get a comprehensive print out of the information. If you want to dive deeper, we recommend a phone or in person consult with Cat to review the report in detail and discuss how to help you reach your goals!

✨ Included in the Healthy Living Program (Level 1): If you’re ready to start an ongoing journey with personalized coaching and support, the BCA is included in your initial visit.

Muscle mass is a key indicator of overall health, impacting metabolism, mobility, and chronic disease prevention. It’s not just about staying fit—it’s about staying strong, healthy, and independent. So what exactly do we mean by ‘muscle mass’?

Muscle mass refers to the total weight of muscles in your body, including skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles. These muscles support movement, posture, and metabolic functions essential to well-being.

Why Muscle Mass Matters:

While tools like BMI only provide general insights, a Body Composition Analysis (BCA) with our SECA BCA Machine offers a precise breakdown of muscle mass, fat percentage, and hydration levels. This data enables tailored strategies for nutrition and fitness to align with your unique goals.