Carrie Carda, MD​

Carrie Carda M.D. comes to us with over 25 years of experience as Board Certified OB/ Gyn and a Regenerative (Functional Medicine) practitioner emphasizing bioidentical hormone therapy, IV Nutrition, Customized Nutritional plans, Weight loss, and Pain Management. Her knowledge on supplements and alternative methods in healthcare is extensive. In addition to being Residency trained, she has completed two additional Masters programs thru the medical schools of University of South Florida, in Tampa and Georgetown University School of Medicine. Her goal is to teach and help both women and men about “self-care” as much as “healthcare”. She completed her internship at University of Louisville in Kentucky in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics followed by a Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Understanding that although traditional Western Medicine has its place, she has spent extensive time advancing her career in Regenerative Medicine to include, extensive knowledge of herbs and supplements, IV nutrition therapy, injections using various advanced biologic cells, platelet rich plasma, Ozone Therapy, Prolozone, and prolotherapy benefiting those for anti-aging, treatment of autoimmune disease, hair & face restoration, as well as musculoskeletal pain relief. She maintains a busy practice and is the mother of four children.

Dr. Castel Santana, MD/CFMP

Dr. Castel Santana, MD/CFMP, known to his patients as Dr. Cas, is a board-certified family medicine doctor and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. During his career, he has seen the power of healthy, happy communities and has dedicated his career to creating that – one patient at a time.

Dr. Cas was born and raised most of his life in Anchorage, Alaska. When he was younger, he and his family lived in multiple states, including Hawaii, Oregon and California. This experience helped Dr. Cas develop the skills to make friends quickly, learn about different backgrounds, and adapt rapidly to new surroundings and situations.

Growing up, Dr. Cas enjoyed the challenge and competition offered by the sport of wrestling. His drive and determination led him to become an All-American wrestler in high school. With his learned skills and hard work ethic, he graduated from Minnesota State Moorhead with a dual major in biology and chemistry.

During his time in college, Dr. Cas developed a passion for medicine and a desire to heal others. This led him down his next path: attending medical school in St. Maarten, Netherland Antilles.

Dr. Cas’ studies in medical school spurred an even a deeper passion of family medicine. He was accepted to the University of Maryland, where he was able to focus on developing his 5 Pillars of Health and Wellness©. (Maryland is also where he found the love of his life and the person who keeps him grounded: his wife, Courtney).

As his medical experience progressed, Dr. Cas became more and more aware that something critical was missing in the treatment of patients: Time. Respect. And listening. At the same time, his desire to provide a different – and better – level of health care increased.

After graduating residency, Dr. Cas began delivering his unique model of health care to patients, blending the best of integrative and functional medicine that focuses on whole body wellness and finding each individual’s pathway to optimal living. He also completed the requirements to become a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner.

DR. CAS’ APPROACH TO WELLNESS

Dr. Cas doesn’t just specialize in integrative and functional medicine for his patients. He incorporates the same practices he recommends into his own life, so he can enjoy the same health benefits he is helping his patients achieve. Dr. Cas focuses on mitigating inflammation, which is the cause of most chronic disease, and improving cellular health. His approach blends:

  • Integrative medicine, an approach to wellness that incorporates complementary and alternative medicine in tandem with more traditional allopathic diagnosis and treatment methods, and
  • Functional medicine, which seeks to improve health at the cellular level.

    • Utilizing the latest, evidence-based medical science and technology, Dr. Cas takes the guesswork out of the diagnostic process, allowing him to efficiently and accurately diagnose and recommend treatments specific to each of his patients.

    Dr. Cas’ treatments are centered around his 5 Pillars of Health and Wellness©:

    Medical Wellness
    Physical Wellness
    Mental Wellness
    Spiritual Wellness
    Aesthetic Wellness

    With this approach, Dr. Cas helps his patients improve a wide variety of symptoms, including fatigue, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, insomnia, hormonal imbalances, joint pain, foggy brain, weight instability and mood.

    Lauren Doyle, FNP-c

    Lauren is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for helping others to achieve their health and wellness goals. She has nine years of experience working in a variety of Healthcare settings including emergency, urgent, and primary care. Throughout her career she saw too many providers putting Band-Aids on symptoms rather than treating the true source of the issues. Lauren takes a more comprehensive approach which involves identifying the source of health problems and working with her patients to design individualized treatment plans tailored to the patient’s lifestyle and functional expectations. These treatment plans may include hormone optimization, medical weight management, nutrition supplementation, immunotherapy, and aesthetic procedures. Lauren also performs a number of office-based procedures. She is a North Texas native currently living in McKinney, TX with her husband, two daughters, and three fur babies. When Lauren is not helping others to optimize their wellness she enjoys crafting, exercising, wine tasting, game nights, and spending quality time with friends and family.

    Shannon
    Nurse Practitioner

    Shannon, our experienced and compassionate Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, with a diverse background in women’s health, primary care, and aesthetics. With 19 years in labor and delivery, 2 years in primary care, and over a decade in aesthetic medicine, Shannon brings a well-rounded and patient-centered approach to care.She is deeply passionate about combining functional medicine with personalized treatment plans, helping each patient feel their best from the inside out. Shannon believes healthcare should never be one-size-fits-all and takes pride in tailoring care to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals.Outside of the clinic, Shannon lives in McKinney with her family. She enjoys traveling with her husband and staying busy keeping up with her two kids and their many activities.

    Ashley Mott
    Front Desk/Patient Care Coordinator

    Ashley is our friendly and knowledgeable Front Desk Patient Care Coordinator, bringing an extensive background in both medical and patient care. She is passionate about creating a welcoming experience and ensuring every patient feels supported from the moment they walk through our doors. Ashley lives in Melissa with her husband and two sons, and outside of the office, she’s known for being a phenomenal cook who loves bringing people together.

    Kamry Nordyke
    Practice Manager/Marketing

    With a solid foundation in pediatrics and OB/GYN, Kamry brings a unique blend of medical expertise and leadership to the team. As Practice Manager, She is dedicated to creating an environment that balances excellent patient care with a thriving, enjoyable workplace for staff and patients alike. With years of hands-on experience in both clinical and administrative roles, Kamry has built a reputation for streamlining operations, enhancing patient experiences, and fostering a positive team culture. When not overseeing the day-to-day operations, Kamry enjoys family time with her Husband and three boys, which helps bring a fresh perspective to running a busy, patient-focused office.

    Carrie Carda, MD​

    Chief Medical Advisor, MedSomma
    Area of Practice: Functional Medicine
    Education: University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Brent Scroggins, MD

    Chief Medical Advisor, MedSomma Area of Practice: Family Medicine Education: M.D. University of Arkansas