Real Wellness For HUmans
Dr. Kristin Gianelis, DNP, APRN, ANP-bC, WHnp-BC, MSCP
Wellness with Reality in Mind
A micro-practice,
providing care on your terms
Personalized care, focused on you
Direct access to your clinician
Realistic wellness plans to fit your lifestyle
Appointment times that fit your schedule
Extended time for questions and discussion
Person-Centered, Evidence-Based Specialty Care
Dr. Kristin Gianelis, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, WHNP-BC, MSCP (she/her)
Women’s and Gender-Related Nurse Practitioner, Board-Certified
Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Board-Certified
Menopause Society Certified Practitioner
Kristin has nearly 2 decades of experience in a variety of specialty settings. She has advanced training in menopause, sexual pain and desire disorders, urogynecology, obesity management, perinatal mental health, and trauma-informed care.
Services
Perimenopause & Menopause
Sexual Dysfunction & Pain
Endometriosis & PCOS
Overactive Bladder & Urinary Incontinence
Weight Loss & Wellness Coaching
General Wellness for Adolescents & Adults
Additional Visit Types Upon Request
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can you be my primary care clinician or gynecologist?
- No. While Kristin Gianelis, DNP is board-certified as a Nurse Practitioner in both Adult Primary Care and Women’s and Gender-Related Care, she has chosen to focus her practice on specialty care. We ask that you maintain a relationship with a primary care provider while engaged with our services.
- What does MSCP mean?
- Kristin is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. This is an additional level of certification
- What are your hours of operation?
- We are a small micro-practice with flexible hours to fit our clients' needs. Hours vary but always include at least one evening and weekend day per week. Appointment availability can be found online. (Additional times by email request.)
- What states do you see clients in via telehealth?
- Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, and Virginia!
- What appointments can be done via telehealth?
- Nearly all concerns can be addressed via telehealth. Labs and medications are sent electronically and you may use local pharmacies and lab draw stations., If an exam is deemed necessary and you are not local to RI, Kristin may refer you to an appropriate provider near you.
- Where are you located?
- We are providing care by telehealth at this time. Stay tuned for a new physical location coming soon
- Do you accept health insurance?
- No, unfortunately, our model of care is not supported by insurers. Because we value time spent with clients, Real Wellness for Humans has chosen not to participate in any in-network plans.
- Our initial consults are 60-90 minutes long, and our follow-up visits are 30-45 minutes long. Health insurers do not allow for this length of time!
- We are a cash-pay, fee-for-service practice.
- Payment is due at the time of service. We accept most major credit cards and HSA/FSA accounts.
- For clients with “out-of-network” benefits, we can provide a Superbill for you to file with your insurance company. Please contact your insurance company to determine benefits. Real Wellness for Humans cannot guarantee reimbursement.
Pursue Wellness in the Real World
Contact Us:
Barrington, RI 02806
fax: 1-(877)-349-4922
health@realwellnessforhumans.com
By appointment only
Evenings and Weekends Available
Offering telehealth to clients in
Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine,
Connecticut, & Virginia!
Wellness is for Every Body
Perimenopause &
Menopause Consultation
We are here to guide and support you through midlife changes and beyond.
Your menopause, your choice.
- Discuss your symptoms and concerns in an unhurried visit.
- Get comprehensive lab testing, ask questions, and get answers.
- Take part in your treatment planning and ensure your needs are met.
- Receive real data and evidence-based recommendations to help you decide.
- We offer traditional & bioidentical hormone therapy - working with conventional and compounding pharmacies.
Sexual Dysfunction,
Pain, & Desire Disorder
Sexual health for all genders across the lifespan.
Take control of your sexual health.
- Discuss your intimacy concerns in a confidential and nonjudgmental setting.
- We approach care from a trauma-informed perspective and seek to provide a welcoming and safe space for people of all genders and sexual orientations.
- We collaborate with pelvic floor physical therapists (when needed) to provide you with a holistic approach.
- Conditions we treat include vulvodynia, sexual pain disorders, hypoactive sexual desire disorder, male erectile dysfunction, and more.
Endometriosis &
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Beyond routine gynecologic care.
Providing extended time to discuss, review options, and find solutions to complex gynecologic problems.
- Chronic gynecologic conditions that affect young and otherwise healthy persons are often underdiagnosed, undertreated, or dismissed in the traditional medical setting.
- Navigating complex gynecologic conditions can feel like a second job! We will walk through this landscape with you, answering questions through a simple email or phone call, and providing treatment resources to fit your life.
- Let us do your research! We can provide you with up-to-date research summaries (and articles, if requested) so that you can make your most informed decisions.
Overactive Bladder & Urinary Incontinence
Providing non-surgical management of urinary concerns.
- Discuss your symptoms in a private setting where your comfort is prioritized.
- Learn about all available options and design a plan that works for you.
- We offer medication treatments, biofeedback training, pessary fitting and management, and co-management with pelvic floor physical therapy.
- We also provide management of recurrent UTIs and painful bladder syndrome or interstitial cystitis.
Weight Loss &
Wellness Counseling
Achieve your weight loss and wellness goals with coaching and support.
Intensive support and flexible care to meet your needs.
- We offer evidence-based, safety-focused medical management options, combined with mindful coaching through lifestyle change.
- Our approach is from a whole-health philosophy, staying grounded in the reality of YOUR busy life, and focusing on your individual goals.
- Pursue long-term wellness in the real world with us.
- Learn about our weight management package: 12 visits over 6 months
General Wellness for Adolescents & Adults
Focused visits for a variety of wellness and problem-based needs. Care coordination and education tailored to your health status.
Services offered by telehealth include:
- Birth control consultation and management
- Discrete STI screening
- Sexuality education for persons of all ages, genders, and orientations
- Problem visits for basic non-urgent health concerns (please email or call ahead to inquire before scheduling)
- Care coordination for complex health problems
- Individual or family meetings to review complicated diagnoses and treatment plans
*Please do not list Kristin Gianelis, DNP as your primary care provider. These visits are concierge visits designed for your convenience. You are encouraged to continue routine health maintenance with a primary care provider.
Meet Dr Gianelis:
Pronouns: she/her
Preferred name with clients: Kristin
Personal Interests: Kristin is a lifelong learner and a voracious reader. She lives with her husband, two teenagers, and a very needy rescue dog.
Education: Bachelors of Arts, Biology, Wheaton College, MA
Masters of Science of Nursing, Simmons University, MA
Doctorate of Nursing Practice, Frontier Nursing Univ., KY
19 years of prior clinical experience in the following areas :
- General Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Primary Care
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Urogynecology
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Urology
- Emergency Medicine
- College Health
- LGBTQ/Gender Affirming Care
Dr. Gianelis is currently faculty at Frontier Nursing University.
She is an active member of the following national organizations:
NPWH, AANP, TMS, ISSWSH, OMA, PSI, NONPF, ACOG & ANA
Dr. Gianelis is available for speaking engagements and educational events. Please contact via email for more info.