Meet the Team
Dr. Katia Meier
Dr. Katia Meier is board certified in Family Medicine with an extensive medical background in both Germany and the United States. She attended Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany, where she received her M.D. in 1998.
While in Germany, she received extensive training in both naturopathic and traditional medicine, embracing the central European philosophy of holistic health and wellness. During this time, she developed a broad understanding of complementary therapies used to support optimal health, including herbal medicine, acupuncture, and craniosacral therapy.
In preparation for her medical internship in the United States, Dr. Meier passed the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and attended the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, an institution known for its focus on women’s health, obstetrics, and sports medicine. She graduated in 2002 and became board certified in Family Medicine in 2003. In 2007, she completed specialty training in bioidentical hormone therapy, and in 2013 she became board certified in Anti-Aging Medicine.
Dr. Meier practiced obstetrics for eight years before transitioning from hospital-based care following the birth of her son, Noah. She then opened Clear Sky Medical in 2007 as a solo practitioner, bringing her integrative approach to family and functional medicine into a private practice setting.
Committed to lifelong learning and patient education, Dr. Meier remains current with emerging medical research and advancements. She focuses on helping patients look and feel their best by restoring balance and function within the body — rather than simply prescribing medications to mask symptoms.
Dr. Meier is also one of the region’s most experienced injectors in facial rejuvenation techniques. She refined her expertise by working alongside physicians in Germany and training with master practitioners in medical aesthetics in Chicago, New York, Las Vegas, and Orlando. She has been trained in injectables and laser skin rejuvenation since 2005 and continues to advance her aesthetic skills through ongoing education.
Dr. Meier frequently contributes to Natural Awakenings, educating readers on topics related to anti-aging medicine, bioidentical hormone therapy, supplements, and aesthetic treatments.

Gretchen Muehlnickel, MNT, BCHN
Master Nutrition Therapist
Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition
Bachelor of Science, Food Science
Post-graduate Diploma in Nutrition Therapy
Certified in Biofeedback
Member of the National Assoc. of Nutrition Professionals
Gretchen is a Master Nutrition Therapist who specializes in digestive disorders, autoimmune conditions, food sensitivities, toxin exposure, and blood sugar imbalances. She focuses on identifying the root causes of symptoms and uses targeted nutrition and lifestyle protocols to help rebalance the body and restore optimal function.