# Announcements and Updates - Link: https://myorchidwellness.com/announcements/ - Published: 2026-03-23T16:33:10-05:00 - Author: Chelsea 👩🏾‍💻 Telehealth available in TX, NY, VA & DC, including **weekends & evening hours** at [telehealth.myorchidwellness.com](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) [Home](https://myorchidwellness.com/)/Announcements News & Updates  •  Carrollton, TX # Orchid Wellness Announcements:⏎ _What's New_ News, new services, expanded telehealth access, and important patient updates from Chelsea Asante, FNP-C and the Orchid Wellness care team. 19 updates and announcements Hours and OperationsOctober 2026 ## How Your $50 Appointment Deposit Works When your appointment includes a $50 deposit, it is applied to visit-related charges like copays, out-of-pocket services, or supplements, and carries over to future visits until used. If our benefits check 24 hours before your visit shows no visit- related costs, you can request a refund. Cancel more than 24 hours ahead for a full refund; within 24 hours, the deposit is kept as a late cancellation or no-show fee. [Prepare for Your Visit](https://myorchidwellness.com/appointment/) TelehealthOctober 2026 ## Allergy Treatment Now Available by Telehealth Seasonal or year-round allergies getting in your way? Allergy treatment is now available through telehealth for patients across Texas, New York, Virginia, and DC, so you can get relief without leaving home. [Book a Telehealth Visit](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) Digital ToolsOctober 2026 ## Meet MyOrchid, Our Website Assistant Have a quick question about our services, booking, hours, or payment options? MyOrchid, our new website assistant, is here to help any time of day. MyOrchid shares general information only and does not provide medical advice. [How MyOrchid Works](https://myorchidwellness.com/ai-chatbot-policy/) New Services2026 ## Orchid Wellness Access Membership Primary care access without insurance. Instead of paying per visit, you invest in your health monthly and build credits that cover your care when you need it, with a quarterly care rhythm that keeps you on track. [Explore Access Membership](https://myorchidwellness.com/orchid-wellness-access/) Wellness2026 ## Functional and Longevity Consultations, On Your Schedule Start a functional and longevity health consultation without a traditional visit. After the $250 consultation fee, you will receive portal access to complete your intake and upload up to two years of prior labs and imaging. A core lab panel is required so your plan is built on a complete picture. [Learn More](https://myorchidwellness.com/functional-wellness/) New Services2026 ## Skin Tag Removal Now Offered Quick, in-office skin tag removal is now available at our Carrollton clinic. This cash-pay service uses simple flat-fee-plus-per-lesion pricing, so you know your cost before you begin. [Book a Visit](https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/om/patientaccess/servicesallV2?pid=ZWRjbjgzRk1UUnRFMVZhZFVwakkwdz09&lid=NEtyNXJFcWwvWnEvYks5OXlSQzFOdz09) Awards and Media2026 ## Watch Conversations with MyNPChelsea on YouTube Chelsea Asante, FNP-C shares plain-language health education on topics like blood pressure, sleep, and hormone therapy on her YouTube channel, Conversations with MyNPChelsea. [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@MyNPChelsea) WellnessJuly 2026 ## Celebrating Three Years of Orchid Wellness In July, Orchid Wellness celebrated three years of whole-person care. Thank you to every patient who has trusted us with your health journey. The MySWANS™ framework has been at the heart of our care since day one, and it is a great place to start your next chapter. [Explore MySWANS™](https://myorchidwellness.com/myswans-a-graceful-return-to-you/) Hours and OperationsJuly 2026 ## We Have Moved to a New Patient Portal: OptiMantra Orchid Wellness has officially transitioned to OptiMantra as our practice management and patient portal platform. Book appointments, message our team, and access your records through the new portal. Existing appointments have been transferred and our team is here to help with any questions during the switch. [Access Patient Portal](https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/om/patient/login?accessPoint=VzVOMm00cHQxOXpOYVRlWjUzZUlYQT09) New Services2026 ## Employer Wellness Benefits Now Available Orchid Wellness now offers a dedicated Employer Benefits Program, bringing whole- person care directly to the workplace. Choose from three in-person coverage tiers at $99, $199, or $275 per employee per month, with a parallel telehealth pricing structure available for remote and distributed teams. [Ask About Employer Benefits](https://myorchidwellness.com/contact/) New ServicesExpanded 2026 ## New Aesthetic and Diagnostic Services Our service menu has grown to include RF Microneedling, Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis( HTMA), 3D Body Scanning, and Laser Hair Removal, giving patients more ways to track progress and refresh their look, all under one roof. [RF Microneedling](https://myorchidwellness.com/radiofrequency-rf-microneedling/)· [HTMA](https://myorchidwellness.com/hair-tissue-mineral-analysis-htma/) · [3D Scan](https://myorchidwellness.com/3d-body-scanning/)· [Laser Hair Removal](https://myorchidwellness.com/laser-hair-removal/) New Services2026 ## Chronic Care Management Now Offered Orchid Wellness now provides dedicated Chronic Care services for patients managing diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, anxiety, depression, and other ongoing conditions, with the same compassionate, consistent approach patients expect from our team. [Learn More](https://myorchidwellness.com/chronic-care/) TelehealthComing Soon 2026 ## Telehealth Expanding to Illinois and California Orchid Wellness is actively working toward licensure in Illinois and California to extend whole-person telehealth care to even more patients. Stay tuned for a formal launch announcement. In the meantime, we serve TX, NY, VA, and DC, with Maryland also in progress. [Book Telehealth Now](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) Wellness2026 ## Functional and Integrative Testing Now Available Get deeper insight into your health with our expanded functional and integrative testing menu, including DUTCH, GI-MAP, OAT, HTMA, Micronutrient, and MTHFR testing, plus Food Sensitivity panels, all designed to uncover the root cause behind your symptoms. [Learn More](https://myorchidwellness.com/functional-wellness/) TelehealthComing Soon 2026 ## Telehealth Expanding to Maryland Orchid Wellness is actively working toward Maryland licensure to bring whole-person telehealth care to patients in the state. Stay tuned for a formal launch announcement. In the meantime, we serve TX, NY, VA, and DC. [Book Telehealth Now](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) New Services2025 ## Body Sculpting with EMShape Neo+ Now Available Burn fat, build muscle, and strengthen your pelvic floor without surgery or downtime. EMShape Neo+ combines high-intensity focused electromagnetic energy with radiofrequency heat in each 30-minute session. Packages start at $97.50/month with 12-month Cherry financing. [Learn More](https://myorchidwellness.com/bodysculpting/) WellnessMay 2025 ## Chelsea Asante's Book MySWANS™ Is Now Available Chelsea Asante, FNP-C has published MySWANS™: A Graceful Return to You, a whole- person wellness guide rooted in Sleep, Water, Activity, Nutrition, and Stress Management. Now available in print, eBook, and with a companion MySWANS™ Wellness Journal. [Get the Book](https://myorchidwellness.com/myswans-a-graceful-return-to-you/) TelehealthApril 2025 ## Extended Telehealth Hours: Weekends and Evenings We know life does not stop at 5 PM. Orchid Wellness now offers telehealth appointments on weekends and select evenings via our dedicated portal. Book anytime at telehealth. myorchidwellness.com for TX, NY, VA, and DC patients. [Book a Telehealth Visit](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) Digital Tools2026 ## The Orchid Wellness Web App Works on Any Phone Book your first available appointment, track your MySWANS™ wellness goals, and find quick links to everything Orchid Wellness, all at app.myorchidwellness.com. No download needed. Save it to your home screen for one-tap access. [Open the Web App](https://app.myorchidwellness.com) Awards and MediaFebruary 2025 ## Chelsea Asante Named 2025 South University Alumni of the Year: Honorable Mention Chelsea Asante, FNP-C has received the 2025 South University Alumni of the Year Honorable Mention Award, recognizing her outstanding contributions to healthcare, entrepreneurship, and community. [Read About Our Founder](https://myorchidwellness.com/about/) TelehealthJanuary 2025 ## Telehealth Now Available in New York, Virginia and DC Orchid Wellness has expanded virtual care to patients in New York, Virginia, and Washington DC. Receive the same comprehensive, whole-person care from the comfort of your home, no matter where you are. [Book a Telehealth Visit](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) New ServicesSeptember 2024 ## IV Therapy Services Expanded: Drip Into Your Best Self Our IV therapy menu has grown to include signature drips like NAD+, The Booster, Myers Cocktail, Shred IV, The Dewy Glow, and more, available at our Carrollton clinic, with mobile IV visits available on a case-by-case basis. [Explore IV Therapy](https://myorchidwellness.com/ivtherapy/) New ServicesJuly 2024 ## Medical Weight Loss Programs: Clinician-Led Care Our medical weight loss programs include injectable and sublingual medication options, nutritional counseling, and personalized exercise plans. Cherry financing available. Our whole-person approach pairs weight loss with the MySWANS™ framework. [Learn More](https://myorchidwellness.com/weight-loss/) Awards and MediaMay 2024 ## Chelsea Asante Featured on the Daring Mom Podcast: 3-Part Series Tune in to the Daring Mom Podcast 3-part series featuring Chelsea Asante, FNP-C as she shares her journey from Ghana to DFW, through nursing school as a new mother, to founding Orchid Wellness. [Watch Part 1](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BEwwQu_wuLY)·[All Episodes](https://myorchidwellness.com/about/) Awards and Media2024 ## Chelsea Asante Featured on The Jeff Crilley Show Chelsea Asante, FNP-C was featured on The Jeff Crilley Show, sharing the story behind Orchid Wellness, her mission for whole-person healthcare in the DFW area, and her vision for expanding telehealth access across multiple states. [Watch the Interview](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPfXOL9ePYI) Hours and OperationsFebruary 2024 ## Online Scheduling Now Available Book your appointment online anytime at Orchid Wellness. In-person visits in Carrollton, TX and telehealth appointments across TX, NY, VA, and DC are all available through our self-scheduling portal. [Book Online](https://myorchidwellness.com/appointment/) 🌸 No announcements in this category yet Check back soon or view all updates. ⌊Chelsea Asante, FNP-C, founder of Orchid Wellness in Carrollton, TX⌉ Ready to Visit ## Your care is⏎ _waiting for you._ In-person in Carrollton, TX or virtually across Texas, New York, Virginia, and Washington DC. New patients welcome. No referral needed. Book your first available appointment at [app.myorchidwellness.com](https://app.myorchidwellness.com), or call or text [(469) 892-0194](https://myorchidwellness.com/announcements/4698920194). Have your **legal first and last name, email, and phone number** ready. 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