Phone
(931) 924-7449
Address
15 S. Central Ave. Monteagle, TN 37356
frontdesk@upliftmonteagle.com
For Tracy City residents who spend their weekends hiking the world-renowned Fiery Gizzard Trail, exploring the historic Grundy Lakes, or discovering Foster Falls, maintaining healthy skin and overall wellness is essential to enjoying the Cumberland Plateau’s natural beauty. Yet comprehensive medical care—particularly specialized services like dermatology and functional medicine—has traditionally required long drives to Chattanooga or Nashville.
That’s changing. Tracy City and the surrounding South Cumberland region now has access to integrated healthcare that combines medical expertise with genuine understanding of mountain community life.
Just minutes from Tracy City’s historic downtown—where the Dutch Maid Bakery has served the community since 1902—Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics in nearby Monteagle offers a unique three-pillar approach combining medical dermatology, functional medicine, and aesthetic services under one roof. Led by Lindsay Hayler, PA-C, MPAS, MPH, the practice brings board-certified expertise to Grundy County with a commitment to accessible, patient-centered care that respects both your time and your budget.
The integrated wellness model addresses health from three complementary angles: treating medical conditions, investigating root causes of chronic issues, and helping you look as vibrant as you feel after completing the challenging Mountain Goat Trail.
For Tracy City residents who enjoy outdoor activities—from hiking Foster Falls to fishing at Grundy Lakes, from rock climbing at Denny Cove to exploring the historic coke ovens—sun exposure makes regular skin cancer screenings absolutely essential. Tennessee consistently ranks among the states with the highest skin cancer rates, and the Cumberland Plateau’s elevation and outdoor lifestyle culture compound that risk.
Medical dermatology services go far beyond aesthetic concerns. This is about protecting your health and catching potentially dangerous conditions early when they’re most treatable.
• Comprehensive skin cancer screenings and full-body mole checks – Essential for anyone spending time outdoors on the plateau
• Acne treatment for teenagers and adults – Medical-grade solutions beyond drugstore products
• Rosacea and eczema management – Common conditions aggravated by outdoor exposure and Cumberland Plateau weather
• Psoriasis care and personalized treatment plans – Addressing chronic inflammatory skin conditions
• Wart removal and skin tag treatment – Minor procedures performed in-office
• Suspicious lesion evaluation and biopsy – Professional assessment when something doesn’t look right
• Skin infection treatment – Addressing bacterial, fungal, and viral skin conditions
Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics accepts Medicare for dermatology services. This means eligible Tracy City patients typically pay just $40-$60 for comprehensive skin cancer screenings and treatment of medical skin conditions—not $200-$300.
Functional medicine takes a fundamentally different approach than conventional healthcare. For Tracy City residents dealing with chronic fatigue despite getting eight hours of sleep, unexplained weight gain despite eating well, digestive issues that limit outdoor adventures, or hormonal imbalances that doctors dismiss as “normal aging,” functional medicine offers real answers.
• Chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions – Investigating triggers and underlying causes
• Hormonal imbalances and thyroid disorders – Comprehensive testing beyond standard TSH panels
• Digestive health and the gut-brain connection – Addressing IBS, bloating, food sensitivities, and related issues
• Weight management resistance – When diet and exercise aren’t producing results
• Chronic fatigue and low energy – Despite normal conventional lab work
• Nutritional deficiencies – Identifying and correcting micronutrient gaps
• Metabolic dysfunction – Addressing pre-diabetes, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome
• Brain fog and cognitive issues – Memory, focus, and mental clarity concerns
The process begins with comprehensive health history review—not just current symptoms, but your entire health journey. What symptoms have you experienced over the years? What treatments have you tried? What’s your family health history? What does your typical day look like? What do you eat? How do you sleep? What stresses do you face?
This detailed investigation informs comprehensive laboratory testing that goes far beyond standard panels. While conventional medicine might check basic cholesterol and glucose, functional medicine investigates inflammatory markers, comprehensive hormone panels, nutrient levels, gut health markers, thyroid function in detail, food sensitivities, and more.
Results are reviewed in detail during a follow-up consultation, and a personalized treatment plan is developed. This might include targeted nutritional interventions, specific supplementation based on deficiencies, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, sleep optimization strategies, and when appropriate, pharmaceutical interventions.
Follow-up care ensures the treatment plan is working, with adjustments made based on how your body responds. Functional medicine is inherently personalized because no two people have identical biochemistry, genetics, lifestyle, or health history.
Lindsay Hayler’s Master of Public Health (MPH) degree brings an additional dimension to functional medicine care. Public health training emphasizes how social determinants of health—including access to care, economic factors, and environmental influences—affect individual wellness. Understanding that Tracy City residents face different health challenges than urban populations informs more effective, realistic treatment recommendations.
Aesthetic treatments aren’t about dramatic transformation or chasing impossible beauty standards. They’re about helping Tracy City residents look as vibrant and energetic as they feel when they’re hiking to Blue Hole Falls or completing the challenging 12-mile Fiery Gizzard loop.
The aesthetic philosophy at Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics emphasizes natural results. You shouldn’t look “done.” You shouldn’t look frozen or artificial. You should look like a well-rested, refreshed version of yourself—the version you see in the mirror after a great night’s sleep and a peaceful morning on the Mountain Goat Trail.
Botox for Dynamic Wrinkles: These neuromodulators temporarily relax facial muscles that create forehead lines, crow’s feet, and frown lines. Results look natural when administered by trained providers who understand facial anatomy and movement. Treatment takes 10-15 minutes with minimal discomfort, and results appear within 3-7 days, lasting 3-4 months.
Medical-Grade Chemical Peels: Professional chemical peels address sun damage, uneven skin tone, fine lines, acne scarring, and rough texture. Multiple peel strengths allow customization based on skin type, concerns, and tolerance for downtime.
Microneedling for Skin Rejuvenation: This collagen-induction therapy improves skin texture, reduces fine lines, minimizes pore size, and fades acne scars. Multiple sessions produce progressive improvement in skin quality.
Laser Treatments for Pigmentation and Sun Damage: Advanced laser technology addresses age spots, sun damage, broken capillaries, and uneven pigmentation common among Cumberland Plateau outdoor enthusiasts.
Custom Medical-Grade Skincare Regimens: Professional-strength products formulated with active ingredients that actually work, customized for your specific skin type and concerns.
Providers who understand the Tracy City lifestyle know that treatments must fit active schedules. You shouldn’t have to skip your Saturday hike to Fiery Gizzard Falls because of a cosmetic procedure. Treatment planning considers your schedule, outdoor plans, and lifestyle to minimize disruption.
Natural results are particularly important in small mountain communities where everyone knows everyone. Tracy City residents don’t want to walk into the Dutch Maid Bakery looking obviously “worked on.” They want to look healthy, refreshed, and like themselves—just a little more rested and vibrant.
Located in Monteagle—just a short drive from Tracy City’s historic downtown and the Grundy County Heritage Center—Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics eliminates the need for hour-long drives to Chattanooga or Nashville for specialized care. The practice serves the entire South Cumberland region, understanding the unique needs and economic realities of rural Tennessee communities.
For Tracy City residents, this proximity means less time traveling and more time enjoying life on the Cumberland Plateau. It means not having to take a full day off work for a medical appointment. It means local, accessible care when you need it.
Instead of seeing separate providers for dermatology concerns, chronic health issues, and aesthetic treatments—requiring multiple appointments, multiple copays, and multiple providers who don’t communicate—Tracy City patients benefit from truly integrated care.
When your practitioner understands functional medicine, they can recognize how hormonal imbalances might be causing your acne, or how nutritional deficiencies could be slowing wound healing, or how chronic inflammation might be exacerbating your rosacea. This comprehensive perspective leads to better outcomes because healthcare becomes coordinated rather than fragmented.
The three-pillar model means one provider sees the whole picture: your skin health, your internal wellness, and your aesthetic goals. This integration creates opportunities for preventive care and early intervention that siloed healthcare systems miss.
Lindsay Hayler brings impressive credentials to Tracy City’s doorstep:
• Board-certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with full prescriptive authority
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) – advanced clinical training
• Master of Public Health (MPH) – population health and healthcare systems expertise
• Specialized training in medical dermatology, functional medicine, and aesthetic treatments
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care rooted in current medical research
• Understanding of rural healthcare challenges and community medicine
Medicare acceptance for dermatology services, transparent pricing for functional medicine consultations, and honest communication about aesthetic treatment costs make comprehensive wellness achievable for Cumberland Plateau residents.
Absolutely, and especially because you’re active outdoors. Every hour hiking the Fiery Gizzard Trail, every afternoon at Grundy Lakes, every weekend exploring Foster Falls adds to cumulative sun exposure. Tennessee has high rates of skin cancer due to sun exposure and elevation, and early detection dramatically improves treatment outcomes.
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends annual full-body skin exams for adults, with more frequent screenings for those with significant sun exposure, fair skin, family history of skin cancer, or history of sunburns. Tracy City’s outdoor lifestyle culture puts most residents in the “more frequent screening” category.
Medicare covers annual skin cancer screening visits for eligible patients, making this essential preventive care accessible at $40-60 instead of $200-300.
Your primary care physician is essential for acute care, routine health management, preventive screenings, and managing established conditions. You should absolutely maintain that relationship.
Functional medicine complements traditional care by investigating chronic, complex, or mysterious health issues that haven’t responded to conventional treatment. If you’ve been told “your labs are normal” but you feel terrible, functional medicine looks deeper. If you’ve tried multiple medications for a condition without improvement, functional medicine investigates why.
Many Tracy City patients see both their regular doctor and a functional medicine provider for comprehensive care. They’re not competing approaches—they’re complementary systems that together provide more complete healthcare.
Every patient starts with a comprehensive consultation. This is an educational conversation about your concerns, goals, and expectations.
The consultation includes facial assessment and analysis, discussion of specific concerns, explanation of treatment options with realistic expectations, review of potential risks and benefits, and personalized treatment plan development.
There’s never pressure to proceed with treatments. Education and informed decision-making come first. Many Tracy City patients attend consultations simply to learn about options, then decide later whether treatments align with their goals and budget.
Natural results are the explicit goal. The aesthetic philosophy emphasizes subtle enhancement that makes you look refreshed and well-rested, not obviously treated.
Understanding the Tracy City lifestyle means appreciating that residents value authenticity and natural beauty. Small mountain communities have different aesthetic preferences than urban markets, and treatment approaches reflect that cultural context.
When aesthetic treatments are done well, people notice you look great—they just can’t pinpoint why. That’s exactly the outcome most Tracy City patients want.
Most insurance plans, including Medicare, don’t cover functional medicine consultations because they’re considered elective and preventive rather than treatment of acute conditions. However, any laboratory testing ordered is typically covered by insurance when medically appropriate.
The investment in functional medicine consultation should be weighed against the cost of managing chronic conditions indefinitely without addressing root causes. Many Tracy City patients find that solving underlying health issues—rather than managing symptoms forever—provides tremendous long-term value despite upfront consultation costs.
Transparent pricing is provided upfront so you can make informed decisions about your healthcare investment.
Tracy City’s location on the Cumberland Plateau creates unique seasonal skin care needs that residents should understand:
• Increased sun protection essential for hiking Fiery Gizzard Trail, exploring Grundy Lakes, and outdoor activities at elevation
• Treatment of accumulated sun damage and pigmentation from previous seasons
• Monitoring moles and skin changes after winter months when skin was covered
• Managing increased acne from humidity, sweat, and sunscreen use during active outdoor seasons
• Addressing heat rash and skin irritation from hiking and outdoor exposure
• Optimal timing for less aggressive treatments before peak sun exposure
• Addressing dry, flaky skin from lower humidity and indoor heating
• Optimal timing for more aggressive treatments like deeper chemical peels and laser procedures with reduced sun exposure risk
• Preparing skin for upcoming outdoor season with professional treatments during winter months
• Managing eczema flares common during cold, dry Cumberland Plateau winters
• Winter sun protection still essential especially with snow reflection on the plateau
• Intensive hydration and barrier repair during harsh weather months
Tracy City residents can begin their wellness journey with a simple phone call to Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics. New patient appointments are designed to be comprehensive, comfortable, and informative.
Bring your Medicare card and any relevant medical history including previous skin cancer diagnoses, family history of skin cancer, and list of current medications. Annual skin cancer screenings are covered by Medicare, and treatment of medical skin conditions typically involves minimal out-of-pocket cost.
The comprehensive screening includes full-body skin examination from scalp to toes, dermoscopy for suspicious lesions, professional photography for tracking changes over time, biopsy if needed (covered by Medicare), and personalized sun protection recommendations for Cumberland Plateau outdoor lifestyle.
Initial consultations are significantly longer than typical doctor visits—plan for 60-90 minutes. This extended time allows for thorough health history review and comprehensive discussion of symptoms, concerns, and goals.
Bring any recent lab work (past 6-12 months), complete list of current medications and supplements, list of health concerns and symptoms with timeline, family health history, and questions you want addressed during consultation.
Investment in functional medicine consultation represents investment in long-term health improvement and potential resolution of chronic issues that have resisted conventional treatment.
Aesthetic consultations help determine which treatments align with your goals, facial anatomy, skin type, and budget. There’s no obligation to proceed with treatment—the consultation is purely educational.
The consultation includes detailed facial assessment, discussion of specific concerns and realistic expectations, explanation of recommended treatments with before/after photos, review of costs and treatment timeline, and opportunity to ask questions without pressure.
Many Tracy City patients appreciate the low-pressure approach that prioritizes education over sales, allowing them to make informed decisions on their own timeline.
From the historic coke ovens at Grundy Lakes that tell the story of Tracy City’s industrial heritage to the challenging trails of Fiery Gizzard that attract hikers from across the country, this community celebrates its past while embracing active, healthy living in the present.
Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics honors that spirit by bringing comprehensive, accessible medical care to the Cumberland Plateau. The three-pillar approach—medical dermatology, functional medicine, and aesthetic treatments—provides Tracy City residents with integrated wellness services that address health from multiple angles.
Whether you’re concerned about a suspicious mole after years of hiking the South Cumberland trails, struggling with chronic health issues that conventional medicine hasn’t improved, dealing with hormonal imbalances affecting your quality of life, or simply wanting to look as vibrant as you feel on your Saturday morning adventures—expert, compassionate care is closer than you think.
Medicare acceptance for dermatology makes essential skin cancer screening accessible and affordable. Functional medicine consultations offer root cause investigation when conventional care has only managed symptoms. Aesthetic treatments provide natural enhancement that complements rather than transforms your appearance.
Most importantly, care is delivered by a provider who understands rural Tennessee healthcare challenges, respects the Tracy City community’s values and economic realities, and is committed to long-term relationships built on trust, transparency, and genuine care.
The Cumberland Plateau deserves access to comprehensive medical care without requiring drives to urban centers. Tracy City residents deserve a healthcare partner who understands mountain community life and provides expertise without pretension, medical excellence without inaccessibility.
Schedule your consultation today and discover how the three-pillar approach to wellness can transform your health from the inside out. Call Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics at (931) 924-7449 or visit www.upliftmonteagle.com to book your appointment.
Because living well on the Cumberland Plateau means having access to healthcare that supports your active lifestyle, addresses your concerns comprehensively, and fits your budget realistically.
Lindsay Hayler brings extensive medical training, diverse clinical experience, and a genuine passion for patient-centered care to the Cumberland Plateau region. With board certification as a Physician Assistant, advanced degrees in both physician assistant studies and public health, and specialized training in dermatology, functional medicine, and aesthetic treatments, Lindsay combines clinical expertise with deep understanding of healthcare systems and population health.
Her Master of Public Health degree provides unique perspective on how social determinants of health—including healthcare access, economic factors, and rural geography—affect individual wellness. This broader view informs more effective, realistic, and compassionate care for Tracy City and South Cumberland communities.
Lindsay’s commitment to accessible, evidence-based care makes comprehensive wellness achievable for rural Tennessee communities that have historically faced barriers to specialized medical services. Her practice philosophy emphasizes listening, education, partnership, and long-term relationships built on trust and transparency.
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Uplift Wellness & Aesthetics serves Tracy City, Monteagle, Sewanee, Winchester, Coalmont, Grundy County, and the greater South Cumberland State Park region with Medicare-accepting medical dermatology, comprehensive functional medicine, and natural aesthetic treatments. Board-certified care, accessible pricing, and genuine commitment to Cumberland Plateau community wellness.
Contact Information:
Phone: (931) 924-7449
Address: 15S. Central Ave. Monteagle, TN 37356
Website: upliftmonteagle.com
Email: frontdesk@upliftmonteagle.com
Serving: Tracy City, Monteagle, Sewanee, Winchester, Coalmont, Altamont, Palmer, Beersheba Springs, Pelham, Grundy County, Franklin County, Marion County, South Cumberland State Park region