Meet Lauren Schritter, FNP-BC
Lauren is an intensive and wellness provider at Sanctuary Functional Medicine in Franklin, TN. Her journey in healthcare began as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where she developed a deep appreciation for how movement and lifestyle impact overall well-being. Her passion for whole-person healing and integrative care inspired her to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing at Vanderbilt University, becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner.
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Over the years, she has dedicated herself to expanding her expertise in functional medicine, completing advanced training in hormone optimization, gastrointestinal health, and SIBO treatment, environmental impacts, immune function, and cardiometabolic health. This diverse foundation allows me to address the body as an interconnected system, supporting patients in uncovering imbalances, restoring health, and creating sustainable lifestyle change through movement, nutrition, sleep, and mindset.
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Outside the clinic, she stays active by playing pickleball and weight training, and when she seeks grounding and connection with nature, she enjoys tending to her garden and caring for her chickens.
Provider-Led Wellness
Lauren partners closely with each patient throughout their wellness journey, offering thoughtful guidance and whole-person support by:
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Reviewing advanced functional lab testing
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Identifying interconnected imbalances across systems
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Designing personalized wellness plans rooted in movement, nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle
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Supporting hormone balance, gut restoration, environmental detoxification, and cardiometabolic health
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Collaborating with our dietitian and enrollment team to ensure cohesive, coordinated care
With advanced functional medicine training in hormone optimization, gastrointestinal health and SIBO, environmental and immune influences, and cardiometabolic wellness, Lauren brings a comprehensive, integrative approach to every patient. Her background in physical therapy and nursing allows her to view the body as a connected whole—empowering patients with targeted strategies that restore balance and promote lasting change.
The Difference She Brings to Your Care
Lauren blends clinical knowledge with a grounded, compassionate presence that helps patients feel confident and understood. Patients value her ability to:
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Communicate results and next steps in a clear, approachable way
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Look beyond symptoms to uncover root-cause drivers
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Integrate physical movement, lifestyle habits, and functional insights into a practical, sustainable plan
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Encourage patients with empathy, clarity, and a calm, steady focus
She brings both skill and heart to every visit—helping patients move toward meaningful, long-term wellness through a truly holistic, patient-centered approach.
A Special Note From Lauren
"Your health story is deeply personal, and you deserve someone who listens, understands, and walks with you toward true healing. My goal is to help you reconnect with your body, uncover what’s been holding you back, and take confident steps toward feeling your best—mind, body, and spirit.”
Lauren Schritter, FNP-BC