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Personalized Healthcare With Compassion For the
Whole Person:
Body, Mind, and Spirit
- In person appointments at your home or workplace
- Telehealth Visits
- Therapy Dog
- Referrals for resources in the community
Meet Michelle D. Asbell, NP-C – Your Personal Nurse Practitioner.
With a rich background spanning over 30 years in nursing, Michelle offers a uniquely compassionate and highly skilled approach to healthcare.
Michelle began her healthcare journey as an RN in 1995. After many years of taking care of patients at the bedside, primarily in critical care, Michelle went back to school to become a certified nurse practitioner in 2015. Since becoming a nurse practitioner, Michelle has taken care of patients in the critical care and acute care (hospital) settings.
A proud graduate of Purdue University, nationally renowned for its excellence in nursing education, Michelle is licensed as an Autonomous Nurse Practitioner in both Florida and Illinois. This autonomy allows her to provide patient-centered care with the expertise and independence traditionally associated with physicians.
For Michelle, healthcare is about more than treating symptoms—it’s about caring for the whole person. Rooted in her faith, Michelle brings not only exceptional medical skill but also a compassionate and holistic approach to her practice. She understands that physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health are interconnected, each playing a vital role in overall well-being.
“She touched the fringe of his robe, for she thought, “If I can just touch his robe, I will be healed.”
Matthew 9:20-21
Why Choose a Nurse Practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are healthcare providers equipped with the expertise and privileges of both nurses and doctors, able to practice independently without physician oversight. Beyond their rigorous study of the human body, diseases, and treatments, NPs bring a unique focus on the human spirit, emotions, and holistic wellness. Nurses and NPs spend significant time with patients, often working in extended shifts that foster a deep understanding of each individual’s unique needs and well-being. This enables them to address not just the illness, but the whole person, recognizing that genuine healthcare goes beyond the isolated treatment of disease.
What We Do:
The Fringe Healthcare provides comprehensive healthcare to non-pregnant adults ages 18 and up through a Direct Primary Care (DPC) model.
Our expert care is:
Affordable, with no insurance necessary. We do not accept or bill insurance, Medicare or
Medicaid.
Professional and Holistic, treating the entire person: body, mind, soul and spirit.
Focused on You, because we eliminate the mandates and restrictions that come with traditional medical practices that rely on insurers or the government to provide reimbursement, we are able to spend more time with each patient.
What Makes Us Different:
We provide an expert, compassionate and very affordable care option for people, not just those with high-quality insurance or the finances to pay for traditional healthcare. We work with patients to provide them with the services they want and need. Think of The Fringe Healthcare as AFFORDABLE concierge care. You will have easy access to your provider including evening and weekend hours. Telehealth and technology allows us to respond quickly and allows you to be in comfortable setting – which is so helpful when you are not feeling well.
Our Team
Our nurse practitioner has the medical knowledge and industry experience to provide you with affordable health care services across a wide variety of areas. Our therapy dog is available to make difficult situations easier, bring comfort and just make everyone happy! Meet your dedicated Fringe Healthcare team…here to care for
YOU!
Michelle Asbell
NP-C
Chloe Asbell
The Fringe Healthcare Inc. Therapy Dog
Curtiss Asbell
President & Director of Business Development
Benefits of Using Our Healthcare Model
The direct care model at The Fringe Healthcare excels by offering you affordable healthcare without insurance barriers. We provide a holistic approach that addresses body, mind, soul, and spirit. You get personalized care with longer appointment times, flexible telehealth and in-person visits.
Save Time
Our direct care model ensures you can visit us at your convenience, avoiding the lengthy wait times often experienced in overcrowded emergency rooms.
Save Money
While healthcare costs are often inflated, we are committed to working with all patients, regardless of their insurance situation.
Convenient Scheduling
Maximize your time by easily scheduling an appointment with us by phone or online. Choose an in-person visit or our virtual Telehealth option.
High-Quality Medical Care
Michelle Asbell, NP-C, has extensive education and patient experience treating highly complex patients.
Give us a Call
Send us a Message
michelle.asbell@thefringehealthcare.org