Julie Jaakola, NP

Julie Jaakola is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about helping patients find answers, improve their quality of life, and build a foundation for long-term health. 

With nearly 20 years of experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner, Julie brings a deep understanding of chronic disease to her practice. Much of her career has been spent in hospital medicine, caring for patients when their health is most out of balance. Today, she draws on that experience to explore underlying causes and develop personalized care plans that fit each patient’s life. 

Julie’s connection to functional medicine began with her own health journey. After a health scare left her with a chronic inflammatory condition, she began researching how nutrition and lifestyle could support her health. That experience changed the way she viewed chronic disease and inspired her to help others through a functional medicine approach. She is currently completing her certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine. 

As a mother navigating her daughter’s rare medical condition, Julie understands firsthand what it means to be a patient and family searching for answers. She brings that perspective to her care, recognizing the importance of listening, understanding, and working together. 

Julie lives in Evergreen with her husband, two children, and their dog. She enjoys cooking from scratch with local, seasonal ingredients and supporting regenerative farming practices. Outside the kitchen, she loves exploring the mountains, enjoying wildlife, and traveling with her family to experience new cultures. 

SPECIALTIES 

Julie has a particular interest in caring for patients with complex medical conditions, including autoimmune disease, heart and lung conditions, diabetes, and digestive disorders. 

Her approach emphasizes identifying underlying contributors to symptoms, incorporating nutrition and lifestyle, and helping patients take practical steps toward better health. 

EDUCATION 

• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP) program, Magna Cum Laude, Georgetown University 

• Nursing degree, Regis University 

ACCREDITATIONS 

• Board-certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner 

• Institute for Functional Medicine certification — in progress