Dr. Julie Gatza, D.C., is the founder of The Florida Wellness Institute and one of the nation’s leading authorities on natural digestive health and clinical nutrition. With over 29 years of hands-on experience, she has helped thousands of patients overcome chronic health challenges by focusing on root-cause healing through advanced nutritional therapies.

Dr. Gatza earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic — one of the most prestigious institutions in the field — and holds multiple certifications in clinical nutrition, detoxification, and digestive health therapies. Her passion lies in educating both patients and the public on how the body can heal itself when given the right tools, starting with the digestive system.

As a nationally recognized health educator, Dr. Gatza has appeared on hundreds of TV and radio programs, podcasts, and health panels, offering expert insight into topics ranging from enzyme therapy and gut-brain connection to immune health and women’s wellness. She has a gift for breaking down complex topics into relatable, empowering advice that people can use to improve their lives.

For nearly three decades, she has trusted and recommended AbsorbAid® digestive enzymes to support her patients’ ability to properly digest and absorb nutrients — a foundational step toward long-term wellness. Her unwavering commitment to safe, effective, and clinically backed solutions makes her a respected voice in both integrative medicine and nutritional science.