About Dr. Kelly Francis
Dr. Kelly Francis is a passionate Integrative Medical Practitioner, entrepreneur, and health advocate based on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. With a profound dedication to enhancing health, wellness, and vitality, Dr. Kelly has been at the forefront of the healthcare industry for over a decade.
Dr. Kelly grew up in Sydney, Australia, where she attended the prestigious James Ruse High School. She completed her Medical Degree at the University of New South Wales in 1998 and subsequently undertook her formal General Practitioner training with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Her journey into integrative medicine began during her medical school years when she faced a significant health crisis. Frustrated by the limitations of mainstream medicine, which offered little beyond a diagnosis, Dr. Kelly sought alternative healing modalities. A chance encounter with a Chinese Herbalist sparked her interest in holistic health, leading her to explore nutrition, naturopathy, and various complementary therapies.
Dr. Kelly has continually expanded her knowledge, completing extensive training in areas such as Nutrition and Environmental Medicine, Naturopathics, Biochemical Approaches to Mental Health, Integrative Management of Autism, Genetics, and Nutrigenomics. Additionally, she has pursued education in intravenous vitamin therapy and bio-identical hormone replacement, frequently attending global conferences to stay updated on the latest advancements in longevity and anti-aging.
In 2010, Dr. Kelly founded her first integrative medical center, Happiness in Health, located in Palm Beach on the Gold Coast. Over the years, she grew the clinic into a thriving practice, employing three integrative GPs, two nutritionists, a naturopath, and an IV therapy clinic. Her mission is to guide patients towards improved health by focusing on root causes rather than merely treating symptoms. Dr. Kelly believes in empowering her patients with the tools and knowledge necessary to achieve optimal health and vitality.
In 2016, Dr. Kelly took on the role of lead doctor in a clinical trial examining Nutrient Therapy for addressing violent and aggressive behavior in boys, presenting her findings at several conferences, contributing to the body of research in integrative medicine.
In 2022, Dr. Kelly transitioned from running her medical center to embrace new entrepreneurial opportunities within the healthcare space, driven by her desire to innovate and impact health on a broader scale.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. Kelly enjoys snowboarding, playing pickleball, and walking her dog on the beach. A music enthusiast, she plays guitar (though she humorously admits to being a novice) and loves to sing. Most importantly, she cherishes time spent with her family, continually striving to optimize her health and vitality.