Meet Your Provider

Erin Walkley, PA-C, RD

Erin blends a strong foundation in nutrition with evidence-based Functional Medicine to deliver personalized, root-cause care. Her approach centers on understanding the whole person—not just symptoms—to create truly individualized treatment plans.

Credentials & Certifications
  • Bachelors of Science in Nutrition, Texas Christian University

  • Masters Certificate of Nutrition, Andrews University

  • Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Texas Medical Branch

  • Board Certified Physician Assistant

  • Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner Candidate

  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Erin's Story

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Erin’s Thoughtful Path to Functional Medicine

A Foundation in Wellness

Erin has always been passionate about wellness and about making health feel digestible and accessible to real people. She began her career studying nutrition at Texas Christian University and spent several years working as a clinical dietitian before pursuing medicine. She went on to train as a Physician Assistant at UTMB, where she graduated at the top of her class — an experience that sharpened her clinical skills while also revealing key gaps in traditional medical training.

Seeing the Gaps in Care

During her medical education and early clinical work, Erin became increasingly aware of how little emphasis conventional medicine places on disease prevention, lifestyle factors, and true wellness-building. She saw patients moved through algorithms and protocols instead of being understood as individuals with complex stories. This disconnect highlighted something fundamental: the need to understand why symptoms develop, not just how to match them to a diagnosis.

Discovering a Better Way

Functional Medicine offered a model that aligned with her convictions. It blended her nutrition background with evidence-based medical practice and emphasized root-cause evaluation rather than symptom management. For Erin, this approach felt like a natural fit — thoughtful, comprehensive, and human-centered.

The Power of the Whole Story

As a clinician, Erin stays committed to ongoing learning and regularly reviews the latest research to provide informed, effective care. But research is only one part of her process. What most distinguishes her is the way she listens. Erin believes a patient’s story is essential to understanding their health. She takes into account the whole person — medical history, relationships, stress patterns, sleep, nutrition, movement, environment, and daily rhythms — and uses this information to design treatment plans that fit the individual rather than forcing them into a template.

Life Beyond the Clinic

Outside of work, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband and their two daughters. She loves cooking, traveling, and getting outdoors to hike, camp, and explore the natural beauty of Colorado.

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Testimonials

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Patient Reviews

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  • "Erin made me feel truly heard and deeply understood."

    “I cannot say enough great things about Erin and her functional medicine practice. From the very first visit, she made me feel truly heard and deeply understood—something that’s rare in healthcare. Erin takes the time to look beyond symptoms and genuinely seeks answers, with the goal of optimizing your health rather than just managing problems. What sets her apart is her whole-person approach: she cares not only about your physical health, but also your mental, emotional, and overall wellbeing. Her compassion, expertise, and dedication are evident in every interaction. If you’re looking for a provider who listens, cares, and is truly invested in helping you feel your best, Erin is exceptional.” - MacKenzie P.

  • "I gained a true understanding of what it feels like to be genuinely healthy and live a functional lifestyle."

    “I’ve always been skeptical of medicine — especially anything labeled ‘functional’ or ‘holistic.’ It felt foreign and honestly a little taboo to me at first. After working with Erin and walking through my lab results together, that perspective completely changed. She explained everything in a clear, practical way that actually made sense and helped me understand how all the pieces of my health fit together. There were no gimmicks, no extreme diets, and no push toward unnecessary medications — just thoughtful, personalized guidance.

    The results spoke for themselves. I lost nearly 60 pounds and reached the best shape of my life, but more importantly, I gained a true understanding of what it feels like to be genuinely healthy and live a functional lifestyle. My only regret is not investing in my health this way sooner. I couldn’t recommend Healed and Whole more highly.” - Andrew P.

  • "Erin's professionalism and her genuine concern for my health was a tremendous blessing."

    “I am a sixty-two postmenopausal woman that has struggled for years with weight gain, inflammation, low energy, and persistent UTIs. Erin was the first medical provider that truly listened to me and cared about helping me to feel better. Erin's wisdom and background in functional medicine paired with her experience as a registered dietitian was exactly what I needed. Through in-depth screening, lifestyle changes, and  nutrition I am finally able to regain my health and the persistent UTIs are gone. Erin's professionalism and her genuine concern for my health was a tremendous blessing. I highly recommend Erin Walkley, she is a rare gem in the world of healthcare providers.” - S.O.

  • "Erin guided me from a serious health crisis to a place of balance, stability, and well-being"

    “Erin has been instrumental in helping me navigate complex issues of physiology, nutrition, and lifestyle over several years, and the results have been truly life-changing. She guided me from a serious health crisis to a place of balance, stability, and well-being that I honestly didn’t think was possible. Her rare combination of deep functional medicine expertise, rigorous training as a registered dietitian with a degree in nutrition, and genuine empathy sets her apart from every other healthcare provider I’ve worked with.

    What makes Erin especially exceptional is that she truly lives what she teaches—embodying balance, purpose, and vitality herself. She is not only an outstanding clinician, but a joy to work with, and I recommend her without reservation.” - P. O.

Ready to feel well + live fully?

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