About My Journey
Meet the Family Nurse Practitioner Dedicated to Helping You Achieve Lasting Wellness.
Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner | Founder, Lifestyle Medicine of Virginia
I’m Ruthie Morrow, a board-certified family nurse practitioner based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and the founder of Lifestyle Medicine of Virginia. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from The George Washington University (2015) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Liberty University (2006).
Welcome to Lifestyle Medicine of Virginia
I’m honored you've chosen me for your integrative healthcare needs, and I am committed to providing you with compassionate, personalized, and comprehensive care.
Integrative medicine is a style of medicine that incorporates not just a patient's physical symptoms but also investigates the root cause of illness. It is an evidence-based approach that treats the whole person and uses both traditional and complementary medicine approaches, therefore ‘integrating’ both into your treatment plan.
Our goal is to build a partnership with you—one based on trust, open communication, and mutual respect. Whether you're here to focus on one health area of concern or more complex issues, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
If you have any questions before your first visit, please don’t hesitate to reach out! I look forward to meeting you and working together toward your health and well-being.
I’m excited to get started!
Warmly,
Ruthie Morrow, NP-C
A Foundation Built on Service and Strength
Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I proudly served as a trauma nurse in the U.S. Navy, with a combat deployment to Kandahar, Afghanistan, where I worked at the Role 3 Trauma Hospital. I was also part of the Combat Poly-Trauma Unit at Bethesda Naval Hospital, caring for some of the military’s most critically injured service members. These experiences shaped my deep respect for resilience, healing, and human connection.
Why I Created Lifestyle Medicine of Virginia
Lifestyle Medicine of Virginia was born out of a genuine desire to help patients feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their health journeys. Too often, people leave medical appointments feeling rushed or dismissed. I wanted to create something different—a space where patients could receive comprehensive, thoughtful care that focuses on the root cause of illness rather than just managing symptoms.
Over 20 Years of Dedicated Healthcare Practice
For more than a decade, I’ve dedicated my career to caring for others—working in primary care, urgent care, and emergency medicine. Over the years, I’ve developed extensive experience in men’s and women’s health, as well as managing complex and chronic medical conditions.
A Little About Me
Outside my work, I’m a Christ follower who finds love, joy, and purpose through faith. I’m also a wife and proud mom of two boys, which means I often double as a soccer chauffeur and family activities director! I love creating inviting, peaceful spaces through gardening and home décor, and I share my home with two affectionate cats.
My Care Philosophy
Health is not one-size-fits-all. Every person has a unique story, and every plan should reflect that. My philosophy centers around a collaborative relationship with my patients—one built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect. I enjoy helping people make meaningful lifestyle changes through health coaching, nutrition education, and personalized wellness planning that promote long-term vitality and balance. My approach combines evidence-based medicine with integrative and lifestyle-focused strategies. This allows me to personalize each plan of care—addressing the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. I believe true healing takes time, attention, and partnership.