Personalized, Whole-Person Care to Help You Live Longer and Healthier
Healthcare built on trust, powered by science, and centered on you.
At Bluewater Medicine, we provide a thoughtful alternative to rushed, impersonal care. With a simple membership, you get direct access to your provider—no insurance barriers, no crowded waiting rooms, no hurried appointments.
We take the time to listen, uncover root causes, and partner with you to restore balance in body, mind, and spirit.
Unhurried visits — in- person, virtual, or at home (as appropriate)
Direct, ongoing communication with your healthcare provider
Preventive care, health screenings, and personalized lab reviews
A steady, supportive presence throughout your health journey
What We Offer
Whole-Person Primary Care
Health means more than the absence of disease — it’s about living with energy, clarity, and resilience.
Our direct care model holds space for you to be seen, heard, and cared for with intention. Your membership includes:
Our Services
IV Hydration and Nutraceutical Injections
Medically Guided Weight Management
Travel Medicine
Functional Medicine
Comprehensive Primary Care
Root-Cause Functional Medicine
Symptoms tell a story — and we take time to listen.
Functional Medicine helps us uncover the why behind illness. By exploring your full picture — genetics, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, and more — we create a plan that restores balance and supports long-term wellness.
About the Provider
Rachel Whisenand, MSN, FNP-C, ENP-C, is a deeply compassionate Nurse Practitioner, U.S. Air Force Major, and the founder of Bluewater Medicine, PLLC. With over 20 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine and military service, Rachel brings a grounded, whole-person approach to care—one that weaves science, presence, and intuition into each patient relationship.
Still actively serving as a Major in the Air Force Reserves, Rachel has provided care in fast-paced emergency departments, austere deployed environments, and even unconventional settings like the Burning Man event—meeting people where they are, often when they need it most. These diverse experiences have shaped her belief that true healing goes beyond the physical; it requires time, trust, and an understanding of the deeper stories carried within the body.
Disenchanted with the limitations of symptom-based medicine, Rachel pursued advanced training in functional medicine to explore root causes, not just to manage surface-level symptoms. At Bluewater Medicine, she combines this comprehensive, systems-based approach with the continuity and connection of Direct Primary Care—offering longer visits, direct access, and care that’s as individualized as the people she serves.
Whether supporting hormone balance, addressing chronic illness, nurturing gut health, or guiding preventative care, Rachel creates a space where patients feel seen, heard, and truly supported. Her practice is rooted in the belief that wellness is not a destination, but a dynamic journey—one that unfolds most fully when the body, mind, and spirit are all invited into the conversation.
Outside the clinic and military service, Rachel feels most at home on the water and in motion. A longtime sailor and seasoned bluewater cruiser, she finds renewal in the quiet of open seas, the challenge of long passages, and the strong sense of community within maritime life. That connection runs deep—anchored in values like self-reliance, resilience, and reverence for the natural world.
Equally drawn to land and culture, Rachel has explored the world by sea, trail, and road—navigating remote coastlines, hiking wild terrain, and immersing in the rhythms of diverse communities. Whether sailing beneath stars, trekking through forests, or wandering local markets, she seeks experiences that inspire curiosity, deepen connection, and bring life into sharper focus. She believes that some of the best things in life—growth, meaning, discovery—often lie just on the other side of discomfort and fear. For Rachel, adventure is a way of being—grounded in purpose, shaped by intention, and always guided by a sense of wonder.
Why We’re Different
In today’s healthcare system, visits are rushed, symptoms are masked, and root causes are rarely addressed. At Bluewater Medicine, we’re changing that.
We combine two powerful approaches:
- Direct Primary Care — You get direct access to your healthcare provider, with time to build real trust and connection.
- Functional Medicine — We dig deep to uncover the why behind chronic symptoms and imbalances.
We believe healthcare should:
- Feel like a relationship, not a transaction
- Work with your body, not against it
- Make space for deeper questions and real answers
- Honor the connections between stress, sleep, food, mood, and meaning
This isn’t concierge medicine with sky-high fees. Our model is affordable, accessible, and built for individuals and families who want a more thoughtful, whole-person approach to health.
FAQs
No — and that’s part of what keeps our care grounded and flexible. Your membership allows us to work for you, not an insurance company. You can still use insurance for outside labs, prescriptions, or referrals if needed.
Your membership includes all your primary care visits, direct access to your healthcare provider, and deep, personalized functional medicine support. It also gives you peace of mind, knowing you have a trusted partner in your health journey.
You’re welcome to keep them. We can complement your current care or become your first call when something doesn’t feel right. Either way, we’re here to support you.
Ready to Take Charge of Your Health?
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to learn how our care model can support your goals. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, looking for more energy, or simply ready for a new approach to wellness, we’re here for you.