About Chapel Hill Wellness Collective
Our Mission
Chapel Hill Wellness Collective is focused on improving the well-being of our patients through evidence-based methods that help them live healthier lives.
We are passionate about building and promoting positive relationships and working closely with patients to help them take charge of their health.
Meet the Team
Olga Otter, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Otter is passionate about wellness and offering evidence-based methods that help patients live healthier lives. With her background in emergency medicine, Dr. Otter knows firsthand how unhealthy habits and genetic backgrounds can lead to chronic illness.
Dr. Otter is board-certified in Obesity Medicine and leads our injectable weight loss and functional medicine programs. She enjoys working closely with patients to integrate the nutrition, lifestyle, behavioral, and medical interventions that help them take charge of their health.
Gary S. Berger, MD, MSPH
Assistant Medical Director
Dr. Berger‘s mission is to ensure the safety of all patient treatments. He is board certified in Preventive Medicine and has served as an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer at the CDC.
Dr. Berger has over 40 years of experience in surgery and more than a decade providing and directing IV infusion and aesthetic services. The standards, policies, and procedures at the practice reflect his clinical and public health experience and his commitment to safe, effective patient care.
Julia Fox, RN
Clinical Director
Julia has been a registered nurse for over 30 years. She has an extensive background in IV infusion therapy, medical aesthetics, and wellness.
Julia owned a wellness and metabolic health business for over 10 years and has been the co-owner of Medical Day Spa of Chapel Hill for 12 years. Julia loves helping patients set realistic wellness goals and customized treatment plans.
Rachel Taylor, PA-C
Physician Associate
Rachael is a seasoned Physician Associate experienced with injectable metabolic health program and PRP. She has a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science, which she applies as a leader in our medical metabolic health and wellness program.
Rachael’s personal and professional goal is helping patients feel confident in their own skin, so they can project that feeling in their interactions with others.
Stephanie Duncan, RN, MSN
Wellness Nurse
Stephanie has been a nurse for 28 years. She is a Laser Nurse Specialist, certified by the National Laser Institute. Her background is in surgery, IV therapy, aesthetics, and wellness.
Stephanie has a passion for helping patients achieve optimal health.
Christine Hearn, RN, MSN
Wellness Nurse
Christine has been a nurse for 15 years and has experience in plastic surgery, aesthetics, and wellness . She has also worked as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Trauma, and Trauma/Burn ICU Nurse.
Christine is certified in the use of lasers and has completed a course in injectable metabolic health program.
Dawn Dixon, RN
Wellness Nurse
Dawn has been a nurse for 13 years with clinical experience in Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, and PACU. She is proficient in blood draws and IV therapy and enjoys working with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal health for patients.
Dawn’s background is in emergency medicine where she has seen firsthand the effects of unhealthy habits on health.
Vera Oliver
Business Manager
Vera is the first person you see when you enter our practice. She assists with scheduling and financial issues and helps keep the office running smoothly.
Vera has worked as a Practice Manager in healthcare for over 20 years and has experience as a property manager. Her strong organizational and bookkeeping skills make her an asset to the office.
Matthew Murphy
Medical Assistant & Interpreter
Matt has worked as a surgical technician and medical assistant for more than 15 years. He prepares treatment rooms for procedures and his goal is ensuring patient comfort during treatments.
Matt is a certified Spanish translator, helping communicate with Spanish-speaking patients. Matt also owns a transportation company and provides transportation for patients on request.
It’s time to
Improve Your Health
If you’re ready to take charge of your health and work with an experienced and passionate team, book an appointment with Chapel Hill Wellness Collective today.