Today we’d like to introduce you to Dr. Virginia Hinton.
Dr. Virginia, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
My Journey
My journey has never followed a straight or easy path—but it has always been purposeful.
I earned my high school diploma nearly eight years after I was supposed to graduate. From there, I pursued nursing, fully committed to building a life of service and impact. Just one to two months before graduation, however, I was unfairly dismissed from nursing school. Years of sacrifice, discipline, and dedication disappeared overnight. I was devastated and confused. I appealed the decision all the way to the dean, but despite strong grades, I was denied. I later realized that being strong-willed, outspoken, and unwilling to compromise my integrity had made some uncomfortable.
Still, giving up was never an option.
I started over—again—at another college, even though the wait to reenter a nursing program was nearly two years. I used that time to complete an associate degree in liberal arts and sciences, trusting that something would open when the timing was right. Then one day, I received an acceptance email to Jefferson College. At first, I thought it was in Philadelphia—just across the bridge from where I lived in New Jersey. It wasn’t. It was in Virginia.
I declined. I was comfortable. I was tired of starting over.
But after sitting with it, I realized comfort had never led me to purpose. I called back and accepted. Within months, I uprooted my life and moved to a place I knew nothing about, beginning an intense and expensive program with a graduation rate of only 25–30%. Students were failing and quitting constantly. For me, that was not an option. There was no plan B. This was what I was meant to do.
I performed well until my final year, when the pressures of school collided with personal challenges. I narrowly missed a required grade by 1.3 points after an exam that did not reflect the material taught. I advocated for myself—again—and ultimately graduated on time, though I was required to retake the course the following semester. It delayed my plans, but it did not derail me.
After graduation, I faced one of my greatest tests: the NCLEX. I took it three times. The first time, I was emotionally overwhelmed and heart broken. The second time, I was unstable, nearly homeless, with no support system and an income of just $5,000 that year. I failed the exam again. The third time, I did something different—I rested. I went back to MS for Christmas, surrounded myself with family, and prepared without panic. Only two people knew I was taking the exam, including my late uncle, who loaned me the money. I passed—decisively.
That moment changed everything.
I moved to Georgia to be closer to my mother, believing I had stability waiting for me. I didn’t. I found myself essentially homeless again, rebuilding from the ground up. Still, I pressed forward—earning my master’s degree and later my doctorate during some of the most challenging seasons of my life.
I started Hinton’s Integrative Medicine (HIM) in the heart of COVID—without financial assistance, without a safety net—just faith, relentless work, and vision. I didn’t focus on what I saw in front of me; I focused on what I knew was possible. I still do.
Along the way, I lost my mother, my uncle, my dog, my job, and later my father. I kept working while grieving. I encouraged others while breaking inside. I poured into people even when I had nothing left to give. I leaned on God, prayer, and faith when there was nothing else to lean on.
My mission is simple: to see people well and whole. To help them understand their rights, their options, and their power to make informed decisions about their health. I saw gaps in healthcare—and instead of complaining about them, I positioned myself to change them.
My story is proof that sometimes you have to do it alone. Sometimes you have to help others while you’re still healing yourself. But if the will is strong enough, there is always a way.
Never focus on what hasn’t happened yet.
Keep your eyes on what’s ahead—the finished picture.
You’ve got this, keep pushing!
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Hinton’s Integrative Medicine (HIM), LLC?
Hinton’s Integrative Medicine (HIM) is a patient-centered practice built on the belief that true healing happens when the whole person—spirit, mind, and body—is cared for together. Our approach is integrative, practical, and deeply personal, combining evidence-based medicine with nutrition, hydration, lifestyle optimization, and education to support long-term wellness.
At HIM, we specialize in helping patients understand their bodies and their health options so they can make informed, empowered decisions. Education is foundational to everything we do. We focus on simple but impactful pillars of health such as hydration, vitamin and mineral balance, nutrition, stress management, and sustainable lifestyle modifications.
As the practice continues to grow, we are expanding our services to include integrative therapies such as IV hydration, Myers’ Cocktail, chelation therapy, and high-dose vitamin C, allowing us to support patients at a deeper cellular level while remaining rooted in safety and individualized care.
What patients often say to me is, “I’ve never met a doctor like you before.” That statement reflects what truly sets HIM apart: time, presence, and genuine care. Even when it means reduced profit or additional effort, I prioritize listening, education, and developing thoughtful care plans that patients understand and feel confident in. Every patient deserves to feel heard—not rushed, dismissed, or treated as a number.
Brand-wise, I am most proud of the integrity behind Hinton’s Integrative Medicine. The practice was built during some of the most challenging personal and professional seasons of my life, yet I never gave up—because I knew my future patients needed someone who would advocate for them, stand with them, and treat them with dignity.
I want readers to know that compassionate, ethical healthcare still exists. HIM was not created to chase profit, but to restore trust, empower patients, and provide care rooted in purpose. Here, patients are people first—not margins or metrics. Every service we offer is driven by one core mission: to see lives positively transformed, physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
When challenges arise, I don’t see them as signals to stop—I see them as confirmation that what I’m doing matters. My commitment to integrity, faith, and service has allowed me to keep moving forward even in seasons of uncertainty, loss, and sacrifice. I stay focused on the bigger picture: serving people well, doing what’s right, and building something meaningful that outlives me. These are what’s important to me and my success!
Pricing:
- Initial Integrative Consultation (60–75 minutes) $250 Comprehensive review of medical history, lifestyle, nutrition, labs (if available), and wellness goals. Includes education and an individualized care plan.
- Follow-Up Visit (30–45 minutes) $150 Ongoing care, progress review, lab discussion, and plan adjustments.
- Brief Follow-Up / Check-In (15–20 minutes) $75 Focused visit for medication review, symptom check, or care clarification.
- Comprehensive Lab Review (No Visit) $100 Detailed review with written recommendations.
- Integrative Nutrition & Lifestyle Counseling (45 minutes) $125 Education-focused session addressing hydration, micronutrients, nutrition, stress, and lifestyle habits.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.hintonsintegrativemedicine.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564442163829
- Other: https://healow.com/apps/provider/virginia-hinton-2934715
