Our Team

  • Dr. Leisha Fowler

    Medical Director- Dr. Fowler completed her Doctorate as a nurse practitioner in August of 2022, bringing with her years of ICU and ER experience as a registered nurse. As a provider, she is passionate about helping people live their healthiest and best life. She believes that everyone has a unique story and prepares individualized treatment plans for each patient that she sees. While she is happy to utilize all tools available to her to help patients improve, she particularly enjoys when patients desire to commit to deep lifestyle changes and likes helping to empower them to make the dietary, movement, and mindset changes necessary to optimize their health.

    Dr. Leisha’s expertise is in her skillful regenerative injection practice. After practicing over a year under a pain specialist, Dr. Leisha has taken her skills and refined them to become, what we believe, is one of the best regenerative joint pain specialists in the state.

  • Jessica Lichtfuss

    APRN- Jessica Lichtfuss is a board-certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with a deep passion for lifestyle medicine and creating meaningful, systemic change in her patients’ lives. Her approach prioritizes addressing root causes first—focusing on nutrition, lifestyle, nervous system regulation, and foundational health—while thoughtfully mitigating the overuse of medications whenever possible.

    She is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have struggled with chronic or complex conditions and views her role as a co-investigator in your health journey—working collaboratively to discover what works for your unique biology rather than relying on one-size-fits-all protocols. If you’re open to curiosity, experimentation, and a deeper understanding of your health, Jessica is equally committed to walking that path with you.

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    Marlene Dodge

    IV Nurse- Marlene knows no stranger and is top tier when it comes to starting IV’s. She’s also a brilliant conversationalist and amazing at making every one of her clients feel at ease. She has a genuine passion for each of her clients and ensuring they receive excellent care. She pays close attention to each client needs and outcomes. Marlene stays curious about her clients, potential outcomes, and benefits to add to our Wellness space.

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    Grace Smith

    IV Nurse- Grace embodies her name and remains calm under pressure. After working several years in the ER, Grace joined our team and has been a fantastic addition. As a lifelong Alaskan, Grace is passionate about seeing Alaskans live healthy, full lives. She is a joy to know and brilliant at anything she does.

  • Julie Foster

    IV Nurse- Julie is a professional when it comes to starting IV’s. A native of Florida, Julie ended up in Alaska via the Army with her husband. She’s has been an incredible asset to our team. Her fun and charming presence will put any patient at ease. When she’s not starting IV’s she’s getting the most out of exploring Alaska with her husband.

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    Abigail Lalonde

    IV Nurse- Abbi is passionate about research based alternative care. She is constantly learning and pitching new ideas for how to care for clients. As a new nurse during the Covid 19 outbreak, she saw a glaring need to proactive care and education for the public on proactive and preventative measures. She is one of the best client advocates you’ll find. She desires for every client to be educated and equipped with the knowledge of how to best care for their body.

  • Elizabeth DeFillipo

    IV Nurse- When Elizabeth isn’t chasing trails and enjoying all Alaska has to offer, you can find her at the Lounge. Her calming presence is enough to put anyone at ease. She loves to learn and grow in her knowledge of the human body and how to improve her skills as a nurse.

  • Jessica Ackley

    IV Nurse- Jess is an eager learner and observer of the human body. She’s intuitive and a good listener. After years of working in Oncology she wanted to explore other ways to support patient’s as they sought healing. She’s got vast knowledge when it comes to new and upcoming cancer treatment and has the touch of a healer. Her presence is peaceful and fun, we know you’ll love your time with her.

  • Allison Budke

    IV Nurse- A long time OR nurse, Allison is skilled and professional. She’s also continuously learning and exploring ways to bio hack. A skilled IV nurse, you’ll hardly feel a thing when Allison pokes you. What makes Allison so powerful is her passion to see others get well. Allison is a fantastic asset to our team, we love learning from her and hearing what she’s learning.

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    Andrew Miller

    IV Tech- Andrew is extremely thorough when it comes to caring for clients. His calming presence will put anyone at ease. His naturally curious nature fuels good questions. As a result, he is passionate about practicing good medicine that addresses the whole person. Andrew is constantly learning and looking for new ways to increase his knowledge base while keeping longevity and optimal health at the forefront. He also practices what he’s passionate about and learning about through diet and lifestyle.

  • Kassy Gibbs

    IV Nurse- Kassy has worked has a psych nurse for the last two years, and then she wanted to expand her abilities so she came to the Lounge. Kassy is a brilliant story teller and listener, you’ll likely leave having laughed a lot during your appointment with Kassy.

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    Sheri O'Connor

    IV Nurse- Sheri’s journey into integrative wellness began when her father was diagnosed with cancer. Since, she’s been passionate about integrative wellness and whole health healing. Believing in the power of nutritional support and safe alternative medicine practices. Sheri is curious and hilarious. With over 20 years as a nurse, Sheri is fantastic at keeping her clients calm and caring for the whole person.

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    Holly Luiken

    Holly has been on the hunt for wholeness physically, spiritually, and emotionally for years. This sparked a passion for integrative health based on the belief that our bodies are interconnected and want to heal. She’s known for researching to the nth degree to discover holistic and individual ways to support the body. With a history in research and foundation in functional nutrition Holly aims to find the best support for clients in their personal their journey to wellness.

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    Sandi & Mark Larson

    Mark and Sandi Larson come with a vast wealth of business experience. Sandi and her husband Mark have successfully launched and managed multiple businesses across Alaska. They have experienced the benefits and are passionate about personalized, concierge medicine for years. They’ve been leading the way for family and others in holistic health. They brings vast knowledge, experience and business acuity to The Wellness Lounge.