At Arete Functional Wellness, our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized care that looks beyond symptoms to support lasting health, balance, and vitality. We believe meaningful wellness begins with understanding the whole person and addressing the factors that influence how each individual feels and functions. Through thoughtful, evidence-based and functional approaches, we create a supportive environment where patients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to take an active role in their health and well-being.
Meet your provider
Savannah Salvesen
DNP, APRN, FNP-C, MSN-Ed, RN, CNE
Savannah Salvesen, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, MSN-Ed, RN, CNE, is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Educator with a strong background in acute care, nursing education, and clinical leadership. She brings extensive experience across medical-surgical, intensive care, pediatric, emergency, infusion, labor and delivery, and postpartum settings.
Savannah’s clinical background includes comprehensive patient assessment, diagnostic interpretation, evidence-based care planning, acute and chronic disease management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She has also held multiple leadership and education roles, including Assistant Director of Nursing Education, Senior Manager of Nursing Education, Academic Manager, and Assistant Professor, where she has supported clinical learning and process improvement.
Savannah combines her broad clinical experience with a strong passion for education and patient care. She values clear communication, thoughtful clinical decision-making, and collaboration, with a focus on helping patients and families feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their care.
Why Choose Arete Functional Wellness?
Attentive Listening
We take the time to truly listen and understand your concerns, experiences, and goals to provide care that reflects what matters most to you.
Personalized Care
We tailor every aspect of your care to your unique needs, health goals, and circumstances.
Comprehensive Approach
We look at the whole picture of your health, considering the many factors that influence your well-being and long-term wellness.
Our services
With every service we offer, our goal is to guide you toward better health and well-being.
Primary Care
Your health journey starts here. We offer thoughtful, ongoing care for patients of all ages—from infancy and childhood through adulthood—including wellness checkups, screenings, and support for staying well before issues arise.
Chronic & Acute Conditions
Whether you're managing a long-term condition or facing a sudden concern, we’re here to help with personalized treatment for diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid issues, and more.
Other Services
Explore additional services designed to support your health and overall well-being. We’re here to help you feel your best and support your health at every stage of life.
Supportive Health Services
From pre-op screenings to hormone therapy and weight management, we provide targeted services designed to support your overall health and quality of life—with care that’s always compassionate and down-to-earth.
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Health plans we support
We believe everyone deserves compassionate, integrative care. That’s why we work with a range of insurance providers to help make your wellness journey as accessible and stress-free as possible.
