Welcome to CoolMed: Integrative Medicine
The goal of integrative health specialist Melissa Cooley, DNP, FNP, and the team at CoolMed in San Antonio, Texas, is to provide high-quality primary care, holistic medicine, and aesthetics services to men, women, and teenagers living throughout Bexar County.
At CoolMed, the team is passionate about serving through healing. Through everything they do, they work to help individuals rise to their maximum potential.
Dr. Cooley and the support staff are passionate about helping each of their patients discover the keys to healing their whole body, allowing them to discover their best selves and lives. The providers take an integrative, holistic, alternative, and collaborative approach to medicine. They always set aside plenty of time to understand each person’s individual health history and goals for treatment. Using this information, Dr. Cooley and the team develop custom care plans that improve health, vitality, and quality of life.
OUR TREATMENTS
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Services Offered
At CoolMed, men, women, and teens can access a variety of treatment offerings, including aesthetics, primary care, advanced lab testing, IV therapy, and weight-loss counseling. The team also offers Ayurveda, nutritional supplements, and regenerative medicine with advanced biologics.
To receive the best, most comprehensive primary care, aesthetics, and holistic medicine services, partner with the team at CoolMed. Take the first step toward a healthier, happier, and more confident life by booking an appointment today. Simply call the office or book online at any time.
Our Providers
Melissa Cooley, DNP
Integrative Health
Melissa Cooley, DNP, FNP, is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and certified family nurse practitioner who serves patients in and around San Antonio, Texas...
Read MoreMelissa Cooley, DNP
Integrative Health
Melissa Cooley, DNP, FNP, is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and certified family nurse practitioner who serves patients in and around San Antonio, Texas, at CoolMed, a state-of-the-art integrative medicine practice.
Dr. Cooley was born and raised in Texas. She earned her bachelor’s degree in animal science in 1997 from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Dr. Cooley discovered her passion for medicine while working with animals. While taking care of animals was rewarding, Dr. Cooley felt her talents were better suited to serving people.
Consequently, Dr. Cooley went on to earn a second Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from the University of Texas, San Antonio. She then worked as a registered nurse in plastic surgery with Dr. Gary Lawton for several years before applying her skills to serve in the emergency room, intensive care unit, cardiac cath lab, and operating room.
Dr. Cooley has also worked in the fields of bariatric surgery and nursing management. While working as a bariatric coordinator and nursing manager, she went back to school to earn her FNP and DNP degrees. She worked in the emergency room again for several years before reuniting with Dr. Lawton to care for patients using advanced and holistic methods.
Dr. Cooley has published three articles that have appeared in nursing and medical journals. She has also authored a book chapter on weight loss. Dr. Cooley is passionate about research and is committed to publishing at least once per year.
Dr. Cooley sees and treats patients of all ages for primary care services. She specializes in weight loss, provides medical aesthetic procedures, practices hormone replacement therapy for men, women, and transgender individuals, and incorporates Ayurveda medicine into her approach to care.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Cooley, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Gary P. Lawton, MD
Advanced Biologics
Dr. Gary Lawton grew up in Massachusetts and graduated from Lexington High School in 1982. There he became a member of the National Eagle Scouts Assoc...
Read MoreGary P. Lawton, MD
Advanced Biologics
Dr. Gary Lawton grew up in Massachusetts and graduated from Lexington High School in 1982. There he became a member of the National Eagle Scouts Association of the Boy Scouts of America. After high school, he attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. He received the degree Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering with highest honors (summa cum laude) in 1986. He graduated second in his class, and was elected to the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, and the Golden Key Honor Society. After college he attended medical school at the University of Massachusetts at Worcester. He received the degree Doctor of Medicine in 1990, and distinguished himself as a Senior Scholar in Surgery.
Dr. Lawton began his surgical training at Yale University in 1990. During his General Surgery training, he spent 2 years in the laboratory of the Gastrointestinal Pathobiology Research Group. He received the highly coveted American College of Surgeons Scholarship for the Study of Wound Healing, and the Ohse Foundation Research Fellowship. He also received Scientific Awards from the Association of Veterans Administration Surgeons, and the Connecticut Society of American Board Surgeons.
Dr. Lawton received his training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Yale University School of Medicine, where he earned the Corso Award for Outstanding Research in both 1999 and 2000. His research concerned the microscopic 3-dimensional anatomy of the midface, and lymph node dissections for melanoma.
Dr. Lawton has published 20 articles and 22 abstracts in medical journals, and has written 3 book chapters. The subjects of these reports include everything from practical surgical applications to the molecular biology of wound healing. Dr. Lawton has spoken at numerous regional, national, and international meetings.
Dr. Lawton has limited his practice to Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, with a particular focus on breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, liposuction, body contouring, and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck).
Memberships
- Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member of the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member of the Texas Medical Association
- Member of the Bexar County Medical Society
- Life Member of the Yale University Surgical Society
Kimberly Zarobkiewicz, DNP, FNP-BC
Dr. Kimberly Zarobkiewicz is a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional, holding the title Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). She is a graduat...
Read MoreKimberly Zarobkiewicz, DNP, FNP-BC
Dr. Kimberly Zarobkiewicz is a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional, holding the title Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). She is a graduate of Olivet Nazarene University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After focusing her nursing career on the emergency department and surgical services, she continued her education and graduated with her doctorate from Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing. Dr. Zarobkiewicz is a board certified family nurse practitioner who has been recognized by Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honors Society. Her professional journey is characterized by a deep commitment to personalized patient care, where she strives to treat each individual with the utmost attention and tailored solutions. She recognizes that every patient is unique, and she tailors her treatment plans to align with their specific needs, preferences, and values. Her commitment to this personalized approach fosters a trusting and collaborative relationship between herself and her patients.
In addition to her clinical experience, Kimberly actively contributes to the advancement of nursing practice. Her dedication to evidence-based care ensures that her patients benefit from the latest research and innovations in healthcare. By staying at the forefront of medical advancements, she enhances her ability to provide individualized solutions to those under her care. As an advocate for patient empowerment, she believes in fostering open communication and shared decision-making. Her emphasis on education and communication empowers patients to actively participate in their healthcare journey.
In her free time, Kimberly enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters and their dogs. Whether hiking, visiting museums or walking at the Pearl on the weekends, she and her family love to stay active. As well as staying active outdoors, Kimberly also has a love for musical theater and the arts. She likes to frequent Broadway in San Antonio and other productions.
Charlin Yu
Office Manager