Nurse Practitioner in Opelika, AL — Non-Surgical Medical Care at Herring Spine & Rehab
Most medical offices separate chiropractic and medical care into two different buildings, two different billing systems, and two providers who may never speak to each other. At Herring Spine & Rehab, the nurse practitioner works in the same office as the chiropractic team — coordinating directly, reviewing the same patient record, and building care plans that treat the whole picture rather than one piece of it.
Jeff Sanders, FNP-BC, has been seeing patients at Herring Spine & Rehab through Tiger Town Wellness since the medical practice was added in 2005. He is board-certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Troy University. Patients come to him for non-narcotic pain management, medical weight loss, hormone optimization, and general medical support — all coordinated with the chiropractic side of the practice at the same Gateway Drive location in Opelika.
If you have been managing pain, weight, or hormones through a general practice that does not communicate with your other providers, this integrated model is worth knowing about.
What the Nurse Practitioner Treats at Tiger Town Wellness
Jeff Sanders sees patients for a range of non-surgical medical needs that complement the chiropractic care offered at Herring Spine & Rehab. The medical and chiropractic sides of the practice work together — which means a patient dealing with chronic low back pain, for example, might receive a spinal adjustment from one of the chiropractic physicians and a short-term anti-inflammatory prescription from Jeff in the same visit, as part of a single coordinated plan.
His focus areas at Tiger Town Wellness include non-narcotic pain relief, inflammation management, muscle spasm treatment, medical weight loss, B-12 injections, and men's hormone optimization therapy. These are not offered as standalone services in isolation — they are integrated into the broader care model at the practice.
Non-Narcotic Pain Relief
Corticosteroids, NSAIDs, and muscle relaxants prescribed as short-term support alongside chiropractic care — no opioids.
Inflammation Management
Anti-inflammatory medications coordinated with chiropractic adjustments to address both the symptom and the structural cause.
Muscle Spasm Treatment
Medical and chiropractic approaches combined — muscle relaxants, soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitative exercises.
Medical Weight Loss
GLP-1 injections, Phentermine, Lipo-B12 shots, and a weigh-in program — built around a complete physical and lab analysis.
Hormone Optimization
Men's testosterone therapy using bio-identical testosterone via injections, creams, or gels — with periodic blood analysis.
B-12 & Injections
B-12 injections, nausea, antibiotic, and pain medication injections available as needed as part of your care plan.
"I've been seeing Jeff for a couple of months now. He is very informative and friendly. He doesn't rush, takes his time to explain things. Highly recommend giving him a try."
— Verified Google Review, 5 StarsWhy Integrated NP Care Works Better Than a Separate Office
The typical patient path for chronic pain or weight management involves a GP referral, a specialist visit, separate billing, and providers who rarely communicate. That fragmented model is one of the main reasons patients end up managing symptoms for years without getting to the underlying cause.
At Herring Spine & Rehab, Jeff Sanders works in the same building as the chiropractic physicians. When a patient comes in with chronic back pain and inflammation, the NP and the chiropractor review the case together. When a patient is on medications that are not addressing the root problem, the NP can assess whether a different approach makes more sense — and the chiropractor is right there to pick up the structural side of the treatment.
One patient who had been seeing GP and orthopedic doctors for years described her experience this way: her first day at Herring Spine & Rehab, Dr. Rod reviewed her X-rays and explained what was happening structurally, then NP Jeff explained why her current medications were not solving the problem and proposed a new approach. That kind of coordinated, same-day clinical assessment is what the integrated model is designed to deliver.
"Then to see the NP Jeff, who explained how the medicine I was currently taking was not helping my problem and to try something new. My first visit back has been wonderful and informative — I am hoping with my great new team I am on my way to recovery."
— Verified Google Review, 5 Stars"The Nurse Practitioner, Jeff Sanders, is very knowledgeable and can answer any question I have regarding my care. I am very thankful that I found this gem."
— Verified Google Review, 5 StarsMedical Weight Loss and Hormone Therapy in Opelika
Two of the most common reasons patients specifically seek out Jeff Sanders are medical weight loss and men's hormone optimization. Both are offered through Tiger Town Wellness and are available at the same Gateway Drive location as the chiropractic practice.
Medical weight loss at this practice starts with a complete physical, BMI evaluation, and laboratory blood analysis. From there, a customized plan is built around the patient's specific needs — which may include GLP-1 weekly injections, Phentermine, Lipo-B12 fat-burn shots, or other prescription medications. A weigh-in program keeps patients accountable through the process.
Men's hormone optimization therapy involves a full symptomatic assessment and blood analysis to build an individualized strategy using bio-identical testosterone — available as injections, creams, or gels. Periodic blood work is required throughout the program. Patients interested in testosterone therapy are evaluated on the basis of their individual labs and symptoms, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
"Jeff Sanders is very easy to work with. He is very sharp on all testosterone health. He also has a very good weight loss program — for all your health and weight loss needs Jeff is your man."
— Verified Google Review, 5 Stars"Jeff is very thorough, answers any questions you have and gives you material to read to help you decide which therapy will work for you. He has hormone and weight loss options that work well."
— Verified Google Review, 5 StarsWhy Opelika and Auburn Patients Trust This Practice
Herring Spine & Rehab has been serving East Alabama since 1981. The medical practice, Tiger Town Wellness, was added in 2005 to give patients access to coordinated chiropractic and medical care under one roof. The medical team is supervised by Dr. Ronald J. Herring, M.D., who completed his residency and an additional fellowship year as Chief Medical Resident at the Mayo Clinic.
The practice accepts BCBS, Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, and Medicare. No contracts are required. Insurance staff can verify your coverage before your first visit so there are no surprises when you come in.
Coordinated Care On-Site
NP and chiropractic team work in the same building — no referrals, no gap between your medical and chiropractic providers.
No Contracts
Pay by the visit. You are never locked into a prepaid bundle before knowing whether the care is working for you.
Insurance Accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, and Medicare accepted. Coverage verified before your first appointment.
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Schedule a Visit with Our Nurse Practitioner in Opelika
Jeff Sanders, FNP-BC, sees patients at 2011 Gateway Drive — coordinated with the chiropractic team at Herring Spine & Rehab. No contracts, no runaround.
Our office hours:
Monday through Friday: 8am–12pm and 1:30pm–5:30pm
Saturday: 8am–12pm
Call us at (334) 745-5321 to schedule your first appointment.
Our staff will verify your insurance coverage and answer any questions before you come in.
Serving patients throughout East Alabama, including Opelika, Auburn, Valley, LaFayette, Dadeville, Beulah, Smiths Station, Lanett, and surrounding communities. Same-day X-rays available. No contracts required.