
Meet Andrea
“Since becoming a mother to my three boys at a young age, I have grappled with weight challenges that persisted post-pregnancy despite numerous attempts with various diets and rigorous exercise. Despite experimenting with different approaches, from fad diets to intense workouts, my weight continued to fluctuate. While I experienced temporary weight loss, discontinuing these regimens led to the re-emergence of the pounds I had shed, often accompanied by additional weight gain.
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My journey was compounded by other medical conditions, including Graves Disease, Thyroid cancer, and Lupus, exacerbating my struggle. Understanding the complexities of the human body, hormones, and peptide sciences became pivotal in comprehending how a holistic approach to weight loss and overall health could positively impact individuals.”
This comprehensive approach not only enabled both my husband Ryan and me to achieve our weight loss goals but also contributed to significant improvements in our overall health.
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This inclusive program has not only positively influenced my weight but has also yielded improvements in my underlying thyroid condition and helped manage Lupus. Subsequently, I've experienced fewer Lupus flares, and the associated pain that once characterized my daily life has markedly diminished, at times becoming non-existent.”
Meet the Team

CEO | MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Andrea Meisinger
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Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner, Clarkson College | 2011
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American Academy of Nurse Practitioners – Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner | 2011
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 2001
Andrea is an Iowa Native growing up in rural Guthrie Center. She is a passionate leader who is in the forefront of weight loss management. She is an innovator in the medical community, who is dedicated to helping patients regain their health and wellness. She focuses in the areas of weight loss management, anti-aging, cellular repair and optimization of the human body.
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While Andrea has served in communities across the Midwest, she has extensive experience in TeleHealth where she has obtained her certification in Obesity medicine and peptide therapy. Andrea is currently licensed in Iowa, Florida and Arizona. She has treated countless patients desiring to lose weight, regain hormonal balance and achieve overall health and wellness. Andrea and her husband, Ryan Meisinger, founded AR Virtual Health in 2023.

CFO
Ryan Meisinger
Ryan Meisinger is a 51-year-old Nebraska native, he assumed the role of Founder and Chief Financial Officer at AR Virtual Health in 2023. Graduating from the University of Nebraska with a degree in Biology, specializing in pre-med, he garnered valuable insights into the health and wellness sector. Ryan's passion for aiding others traces back to his youth, where he devoted his teenage years caring for his father during his battle with brain cancer.
With an impressive 18-year tenure at the Omaha Public Power District (OPPD), Ryan has held various leadership positions, demonstrating his commitment to community service. At OPPD, he spearheaded strategic planning initiatives and provided operational leadership, showcasing his adeptness in navigating complex situations.
In his current role as CFO at AR Virtual Health, Ryan focuses on ensuring enduring financial stability and fostering innovation within the organization. Committed to reducing health disparities, he leads initiatives to enhance health and wellness. Ryan prioritizes honesty, trustworthiness, and financial prudence, vital in cultivating robust relationships with executive teams and internal departments.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Ryan dedicates his spare time to travel and quality moments with his wife and family. An avid outdoorsman, he indulges in pursuits such as hunting, fishing, and tending to his prized exotic bird collection.
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DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC
Marissa
Marissa is a board-certified family nurse practitioner dedicated to preventative
medicine and wellness. She began her nursing career in 2015 as a cardiovascular
ICU nurse at the University of Iowa, where she developed a strong foundation in
critical care. Driven to expand her impact, she pursued her Doctor of Nursing
Practice (DNP), earning her degree in 2019.
She then transitioned into a hospitalist
nurse practitioner role, where she gained extensive experience managing complex
medical conditions. Over the past couple of years, she has expanded her expertise
across various niches including aesthetics, preventative care, and functional
medicine.
Marissa’s passion for health extends beyond traditional medicine—she believes in
addressing the root causes of illness. She focuses on empowering patients to take
control of their well-being, combining medical expertise with a holistic approach
tailored to each individual's needs. She thrives on helping others achieve a
balanced, fulfilling life by integrating science-backed interventions with practical,
sustainable habits.
Her own health journey has fueled her dedication to a lifestyle centered around
movement, mindfulness, and nutrition. Previously residing in the Midwest, she has
embraced a sunnier way of living in the Caribbean, where she enjoys an active,
adventurous life. In her free time, she loves traveling, exploring nature, and
spending quality time with her family and beloved rescue pets.

DNP,APRN,FNP-C
Dr. Ashanti
Dr. Ashanti Coleman is a doctoral-prepared board-certified family nurse practitioner. She fell in love with nursing from learning about the body and how it works and finding ways to improve patients' health holistically. She began her healthcare career as a unit secretary in the Emergency Room NICU in Illinois, then started nursing school and working as a nurse extern in a Neuro Stroke Unit in Memphis,Tennessee .
After graduating from the University of Memphis Loewenberg College of Nursing in 2012, she started her nursing career in the Emergency Department in Detroit, Michigan. As a registered nurse, she has gained experience in Dialysis, Urgent Care, Pediatrics, Employee Health, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Pain Management. Her love for healthcare and nursing did not stop there as she returned to school to obtain her Master of Nursing from Walden University, graduating in 2016 as a Family Nurse Practitioner. As FNP, she has gained experience in pediatrics, retail health clinics, telehealth, IV hydration, weight loss, worker's compensation /injury clinic, COVID mobile sites, and most recently, as a professor at her alma mater University of Memphis. Dr. Coleman is a two-time stroke survivor, which encouraged her to return to school to obtain her doctorate in nursing from Abilene Christian University in 2020.
She used her health scare to perform research titled Stroke Prevention in African American Women ages 20-40 using oral contraceptives. Dr. Coleman is also a two-time Stroke Survivor advocate and supporter of the local Mid-South American Heart Association. Dr. Coleman is also a certified Yoga Instructor who teaches a unique form of yoga & CBD for relaxation, stress, and pain relief at Your CBD Store in Collierville .
In addition to her love for yoga, she is CEO of a Women's clothing line called 929 Apparel (https://www.929apparel.com) offers unique, affordable athletic apparel in sizes S-3x. In her spare time, she loves shopping, traveling, worshipping, and assisting with events at her church, Hope Fellowship Church, and spending time with her husband of 23 years and two children (a 19-year-old daughter and a 15 1/2-year-old son), cheering them on in their sporting events.

DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Mikayla
Mikayla Strief is a doctoral-prepared Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the medical field. An Iowa native, she pursued her education at the University of Kansas, earning multiple health and nursing degrees, including a Doctor of Nursing degree. She spent the first 12 years of her career in emergency medicine, gaining invaluable experience in acute care before transitioning her focus to root-cause medicine and health optimization.
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Mikayla is passionate about helping patients take control of their health and embrace life at every stage. She believes that aging should not mean settling for a "new normal" but instead offers an opportunity to optimize well-being and vitality. Specializing in medical weight loss, thyroid and hormone optimization, peptide therapy, and vitamin and supplement therapy, she blends traditional Western medicine with functional medicine to create comprehensive, individualized treatment plans.
By integrating evidence-based medicine with cutting-edge research, Miakyla takes a personalized approach to addressing the root causes and collaborates closely with patients to develop tailored plans that support long-term wellness, balance, and overall vitality. With a deep commitment to patient-centered care, Mikayla empowers patients to achieve their health goals and live vibrant, fulfilling lives. Her holistic approach ensures that patients not only feel their best physically but also thrive mentally and emotionally as they navigate each phase of life.
Mikayla is dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential—because every stage of life should be lived with energy, balance, and optimal health.
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DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Gabriel Richey
Gabriel Richey is 27 years old, with a passion for helping people reach their health goals. His passion started from a young age with the fitness side of health care.
He studied and played football at Grand View University, where his passion grew to helping people outside of the fitness side of healthcare. As director of operations, he strives to help our community by finding ways to simplify the patient provider relationship. As he continues to grow in this role, he hopes that he will be able to bring people good health and happiness by working behind the scenes. Gabriel is someone who cares very much about being the helping hand that anyone might need at any given time.
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PATIENT OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Amanda Meisinger
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BUSINESS ANALYST
Rachel Ray Richey
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