Meet Your Team!
Dr. Julia Springs MD MPH
Marine. Physician. Advocate for Personalized Wellness.
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A Life of Service and Purpose
Dr. Julia Springs is a board-certified physician and proudly served with the U.S. Marines and has over 30 years of diverse medical experience. Her career has taken her from pediatric care in Okinawa to flight surgeon roles aboard aircraft carriers and advisory positions at the Pentagon. Her time in the Marine Corps instilled a lifelong commitment to leadership, discipline, and compassionate care—principles that continue to define her medical practice today.
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Expertise in Medical Cannabis & Hormone Therapy
After leaving military service, Dr. Springs shifted her focus to patient-centered, progressive care. Since 2017, she has become one of Florida’s leading certifying physicians in medical cannabis, helping over 15,000 patients access safe, legal treatment for chronic conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and pain.
She also provides comprehensive hormone therapy for men, women, and transgender patients, blending her background in preventive medicine with cutting-edge treatment protocols to support long-term wellness and gender-affirming care.
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Concierge-Level Care Across Florida
Dr. Springs leads a boutique concierge medical practice based in Tampa, offering extended visits, direct access to care, and flexible scheduling, including telehealth appointments statewide. Her approachable, thorough style ensures that each patient feels understood, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.
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Credentials and Background
• U.S. Navy / U.S. Marine Corps – Preventive Medicine Officer, Flight Surgeon, Medical Advisor
• M.D., University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine
• M.P.H., Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
• Board Certified in Pediatrics and Aerospace/Preventive Medicine
• Former Medical Director in weight loss, injury recovery, and aesthetic care
• Member: American Academy of Pediatrics, U.S. Society of Naval Flight Surgeons
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More Than a Doctor
Dr. Springs is a former competitive triathlete and proudly represented the US Navy on the All-Navy Triathlon team. She is also a world traveler, and lifelong student of wellness. She’s climbed Mount Fuji, completed open-water swims, and even trained in private aviation. Her broad experience and down-to-earth personality help patients feel at ease - whether they’re new to cannabis medicine, hormone therapy, or just seeking answers.
Darren Schmidt
Practice Manager
With a background in tech, project management, and patient care, Darren helps keep every part of the practice running smoothly. After two decades at The Nielsen Company and time spent working with Trulieve and Marijuana Doctor, he joined forces with Dr. Springs to build a patient-first medical cannabis practice.
Darren handles scheduling, marketing, and day-to-day operations with a focus on making each patient’s experience seamless and stress-free. He’s passionate about cannabis education, knows how to find the best dispensary deals, and genuinely enjoys helping people feel better.
Outside the office, Darren is a theme park fanatic, Halloween Horror Nights historian, and lives in Tampa with his wife Nina and their tri-color corgi, Luna.
Lauren Taylor
Patient Care Coordinator
Born and raised in Florida, I’m a proud wife to my high school sweetheart and mom to an awesome little baseball player. I’ve spent the last 15 years in the medical field—starting my career at Tampa General Hospital, then transitioning to private care, where I’ve continued to grow my passion for patient-centered work.
For the past two years, I’ve been part of the medical marijuana industry, where I love helping patients navigate their care and find relief. My day-to-day includes everything from scheduling, charting, and patient education to handling state documentation, processing orders, and resolving any issues patients may have with the Florida medical marijuana system.
I’m committed to making the process as smooth and supportive as possible for every patient I work with.