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At NüME Wellness and Recovery Centers, we believe that health is more than the absence of illness — it’s the balance of body, mind, and spirit. Our mission is simple: to empower people to take control of their health and experience lasting transformation.
We combine cutting-edge science, holistic therapies, and personalized care to help you optimize your body, recover naturally, and rejuvenate your energy. From advanced body scans and functional lab testing to recovery treatments, peptide therapy, and medical weight loss, every service we provide is designed with one goal in mind: helping you become the best version of yourself.
Meet the Team
At NüME, it’s not just about living longer. It’s about living better.
Jason Minnamon
CEO and Founder NüME Companies
At NüME Wellness and Recovery Centers, my vision has always been to create a space where health and wellness feels personal, science meets compassion, and transformation becomes possible for anyone who walks through our doors.
I founded NüME because I saw a gap in how health and wellness were approached—too often focused on treating symptoms instead of addressing the root causes. My goal was simple: build a center where people could feel seen, heard, and truly supported on their wellness journey.
Michael Tollison
CFO
U.S. Marine Corps veteran and MBA in Finance holder Michael Tolleson is a seasoned executive with deep expertise in financial management, P&L oversight, and strategic cost optimization across food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, specialty lubricants, and precision motion control sectors.
He successfully led the financial integration of ORMEC Systems into Allient Inc., aligning global practices and strengthening fiscal resilience while managing multimillion-dollar operations at Kraft Heinz, Quaker Chemical, and The Anderson-DuBose Company. As Plant Manager at Kraft Heinz’s Avon facility, he drove significant output gains for Lunchables and Cool Whip alongside broad efficiency improvements.
Today, as an independent consultant, Tolleson advises businesses on budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and sustainable profitability.
- Responsible for overall P&L management
- Improved output of critical departments
- Lunchables output increased by 40%
- Cool Whip output increased by 20%
- Overall OEE improvement by 6% throughout the factory
- Enhanced recruiting capabilities to sustain headcount during the COVID-19 pandemic staffing
challenges.
- Reduced headcount gap by 80%
- Reduced turnover by 44%
Dr. Izzy Kohler
Director Of Clinical Operation
I am committed to advancing the frontier of human optimization through integrative, data-informed interventions that move beyond reactive care into proactive performance engineering. From high-impact forward thinking individuals seeking heightened vitality and a competitive edge, to elite performers at the top of their game, to those needing a intense health overhaul to overcome what they think is an insurmountable health crisis, I help people harness the full potential of their biology and genetics through quantifiable, actionable biometric data and insights.
Whether it's optimizing neurochemistry, maximizing mitochondrial health, enhancing metabolic function, designing precision exercise, nutrition, and supplementation protocols, or fine tuning sleep, I bridge the gap between scientific research and real-world transformation.
As a clinical researcher I am committed to the development of precision health optimization protocols informed by high-resolution biometric data and systems-level analysis. I use carefully constructed, unbiased, and objective protocols to discover interventions and lifestyle strategies that can drive humans toward peak performance, resilience, recovery, and extended health span.
My current areas of interest include complex personalization of health intervention protocols, circadian and neuroendocrine regulation, metabolic flexibility, neuromodulation, and optimization of mitochondrial health. Welcome to one of the most exciting eras of growth in precision medicine, let’s build the future of human potential—measurable, sustainable, and limitless.
Dr. Nicole Lovat MD, PhD
Medical Director BIHRT
Dr. Lovat was born and raised in Winnipeg, Canada. She graduated First Class Double Honors with a Bachelor of Science in both Biochemistry and Physics. Thereafter, she concurrently earned both her MD and PhD in Pharmacology and Therapeutics, specializing in Insulin Resistance, Metabolic Syndrome, and Pregnancy. After residency, Dr. Lovat went on to practice as a physician, educator, and medical director.
In her role as a physician, Dr. Lovat has practiced cradle-to-grave medicine, ICU care, and Emergency Medicine. Her diverse background has given her the privilege of treating remote communities, delivering babies, and providing critical care to her community. She has worked and been an instructor for the Mayo Clinic, trained residents at Providence Health in Washington State, and taught for the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Dr. Lovat and her husband, Grant, decided to settle in the Midwest where they first met. After settling in, Firefly Medical Group PLLC was soon conceptualized as a family business to offer customized medical care specific to treating symptoms of hormone problems. Dr. Lovat’s high degree of expertise in drug science and research, as well as her advanced training in both bio-identical hormones and esthetics, make her a first-class provider in this space.
Catch Dr. Lovat et al. on The Balanced Dose Podcast (Apple, Spotify, X) for stimulating discussions surrounding BHRT, Functional Medicine, and Traditional Pharmaceuticals.
Dr. Michael Preistman, D.C.
Director of Clinical Nutrition and Supplementation
Dr. Michael Priestman received his Doctorate through Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and has been practicing chiropractic for 31 years, a Clinical Nutritionist for 11 years and has studied astrology for 46 years. He is enthusiastically invested in teaching his patients about the nature of wellness and how whole food nutrition can work to heal what ails the body and the mind.
My goal is to extend the health span and life quality of my patients through a holistic approach that integrates chiropractic care, clinical nutrition, exercise, and spiritual practices.
Certifications & Specialized Training
• Certified in Surface Electromyography (sEMG) Integration
• Training in Foot Biomechanics and Orthotics
• Clinical Nutrition & Functional Wellness
• Specialized in Standard Process & MediHerb protocols
• Ongoing Independent Research in Nutrition and Orthomolecular Medicine
Professional Experience
Chiropractor & Clinical Nutritionist
Private Practice – New York, USA
• Developed integrative wellness protocols combining spinal care, whole-food nutrition, herbal supplementation, and lifestyle alignment
• Emphasis on preventative and longevity-based care
• Mentored patients in personalized wellness regimens grounded in clinical outcomes
Chiropractor – Orthotic and Biomechanics Focus
Private Practice – British Columbia, Canada
• Collaborated with orthotic labs serving Canadian Olympic athletes
• Implemented advanced diagnostic methods including surface electromyography
• Specialized in kinetic chain assessment and foot stabilization
Mairee McManus
Operations Director of BIHRT and Medical Weight-loss
Mairee McManus is a Physician Assistant with over 20 years of experience spanning acute care, medical, and surgical subspecialties. A lifelong athlete and two-time full-distance Ironman finisher, Mairee embodies the principles of wellness, resilience, and performance that she now brings to her patients every day.
As a mother of four, Mairee has always been passionate about pursuing health, balance, and vitality — both for herself and those she cares for. Her personal journey to find answers for her own health led her to discover the transformative power of hormone optimization.
Mairee trained under renowned World Link Medical BIHRT specialists Dr. Neil Rouzier and Dr. Nicole Lovat, gaining cutting-edge, evidence-based knowledge in the field of bioidentical hormone therapy. This training reignited her passion for medicine, providing her with new tools to help others reclaim their energy, balance, and longevity.
At NuME Wellness Centers, Mairee is dedicated to helping each individual achieve harmony between body and mind — optimizing wellness, performance, and vitality at every stage of life. Her approach combines medical expertise with a genuine personal connection, empowering clients to live life to the fullest.
Meg Thomas
Director of Vibroacoustics and Breathwork
Meg Thomas is a breathwork facilitator, sound healer, and coach whose journey began when her lungs started collapsing spontaneously at sixteen. That experience awakened her to the life-saving power of the breath and its ability to heal not only the body but also stored emotions and trauma.
For over a decade, Meg has explored the intersection of science and spirit through sound. What began with chanting and playing the gonga has evolved into immersive vibroacoustic sound healing that supports deep restoration and nervous system regulation. Research shows that both sound frequency and conscious breathwork can lower cortisol, improve oxygen efficiency, and promote emotional balance, benefits she’s witnessed in her own healing and in hundreds of others.
Meg co-owns The Center for Sound & Ceremony in downtown Syracuse, NY, and is trained in Kundalini Yoga and Transformational Breathwork under Jon Paul Crimi. As Nume Wellness’ Director of Vibroacoustics and Breathwork, she creates experiences that reconnect people to the rhythm of their breath, the resonance of sound, and the wisdom of their own healing energy.
Why Choose NüME?
At NüME, it’s not just about living longer. It’s about living better.
Personalized Care: No one-size-fits-all plans. Every program is tailored to your unique body and goals.
Science Meets Wellness: We use proven, evidence-based methods supported by the latest technology.
Whole-Person Approach: Our services go beyond symptoms, addressing the root causes of imbalance.
Dedicated Experts: A team committed to guiding you through every step of your wellness journey.
At NüME Wellness and Recovery Centers, we believe that true wellness is the result of balancing the body, mind, and spirit.
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